I am Luca Baracchi, a Piacenza-based architect and visual artist with a strong blend of architectural design and illustration. Over the years I have developed expertise in structural engineering, technical drafting, environment art for games and publishing, and I work as a freelance architect, illustrator, and graphic designer. I enjoy building worlds through design and storytelling, combining precise technical work with creative visual expression. I collaborate with editors and studios, including high-profile names in comics, and I bring ideas from concept to finished artwork. I am fluent in English and Italian, comfortable with BIM, CAD, 3D rendering, and editorial/visual production workflows, and I continually explore new media to tell engaging stories through space, imagery, and design.

Luca Baracchi

I am Luca Baracchi, a Piacenza-based architect and visual artist with a strong blend of architectural design and illustration. Over the years I have developed expertise in structural engineering, technical drafting, environment art for games and publishing, and I work as a freelance architect, illustrator, and graphic designer. I enjoy building worlds through design and storytelling, combining precise technical work with creative visual expression. I collaborate with editors and studios, including high-profile names in comics, and I bring ideas from concept to finished artwork. I am fluent in English and Italian, comfortable with BIM, CAD, 3D rendering, and editorial/visual production workflows, and I continually explore new media to tell engaging stories through space, imagery, and design.

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I am Luca Baracchi, a Piacenza-based architect and visual artist with a strong blend of architectural design and illustration. Over the years I have developed expertise in structural engineering, technical drafting, environment art for games and publishing, and I work as a freelance architect, illustrator, and graphic designer. I enjoy building worlds through design and storytelling, combining precise technical work with creative visual expression.

I collaborate with editors and studios, including high-profile names in comics, and I bring ideas from concept to finished artwork. I am fluent in English and Italian, comfortable with BIM, CAD, 3D rendering, and editorial/visual production workflows, and I continually explore new media to tell engaging stories through space, imagery, and design.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Architect / Technical Drafter at BDF Industries
September 30, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Freelance architect focusing on structural engineering, drafting technical drawings, architectural projects (accessory to main engineering projects), drafter and layouter. Also worked as designer for metal carpentry and industrial machines for the glass industry.
Illustrator and Comic Artist at Publishing
August 31, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Illustrator and comic artist for various projects, including fantasy books and trading card games. Continuously worked as illustrator for the videogame industry as cover art, environment art, concept, and video production; involved in layout and storyboarding for comics and videomaking.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
May 31, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Logo designer, branding and rebranding (icon and logotype) for professional activities and the renewal of overall graphic identity and public interface. Key clients included Andrea di Martino, Piacenza Skate School, RandyWorkman, Fondazione AMOP Piacenza, Kei Truck Appreciation Society, Regional Volleyball Committee of Piacenza, Il Panino Gourmet, Piacenza Rugby Club, and Aging Wheels channel.
Local Representative Metric / Photographer at Coni Servizi S.p.a. – Sport e Salute S.p.a.
October 31, 2019 - October 31, 2019
Local Representative; metric, photographic and statistic survey of sport centers for the National Survey for Sport Centers.
Freelance Architect at Sfera S.r.l.
February 28, 2018 - February 28, 2018
Freelance architectural project collaborator for construction company, with architectural development and 3D modeling tasks. Projects included residential buildings in Tribiano (MI).
Technical Draftsman at BBAA Engineering
April 30, 2017 - April 30, 2017
Technical draftsman and graphic designer for architectural projects, handling planning processes and related tasks.
Site Manager and Coordinator at C.Ar.D. Contemporary Art and Design
July 31, 2016 - July 31, 2016
Site management; communication with companies and workers, coordination of works and on-site operations.
Museum Guide at Galleria d’Arte Moderna Ricci Oddi
March 31, 2013 - March 31, 2013
Museum guide, steward and custodian for the exhibition 'Giulio Ulisse Arata, Architetture in Emilia-Romagna'.
Dipendente Generico at Burger King Italia
February 28, 2013 - February 28, 2013
All-round tasks, cash service and meal preparation.
Freelance Architect / Technical Drafter at BDF Industries
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Freelance architect working on structural engineering, redaction of technical drawings, architectural projects (accessory to the main engineering project), drafter and layouter; designed metal carpentry and industrial machines for the glass industry.
Illustrator / Comic Artist at Publishing (Freelance)
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Illustrator and comic artist for various projects, including fantasy books and trading card games. Worked as illustrator and for videogame industry as cover art, matte painting and concept art; involved in layout, video making and comic production; focus on environment art and backgrounds.
Graphic Designer / Branding Designer at Various Clients (Freelance)
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Logo designer, concept artist; rebranding and graphic identity design (icon and logotype); assistance in renewing the full graphic face and public interface for multiple clients.
Freelance Architect at Arch. Giuseppe Baracchi Studio
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Freelance architect collaborator with responsibilities in architectural projects, graphics, communication and studio management. Projects included urban redevelopment, private buildings and sport/leisure facilities.
Local Representative / Metric Specialist at Coni Servizi S.p.a. – Sport e Salute S.p.a.
October 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Local representative performing metric, photographic and statistical surveys of sport centers for the National Survey for Sport Centers.
Freelance Architect at Sfera S.r.l.
February 1, 2018 - February 1, 2018
Freelance architectural project collaborator for a construction company, with architectural development and 3D modeling tasks; residential buildings project in Tribiano (MI).
Technical Draftsman at BBAA Engineering
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017
Technical draftsman and graphic designer for architectural projects; tasks spanning various stages of the planning process.
Site Manager / Coordinator at C.Ar.D. Contemporary Art and Design
July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2016
Site management and coordination; communication with companies and workers; organization of required works.
Museum Guide at Galleria d’Arte Moderna Ricci Oddi
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2013
Museum guide, steward and custodian for the exhibition 'Giulio Ulisse Arata, Architetture in Emilia-Romagna'.
All-round / Fast Food Crew at Burger King Italia
February 1, 2013 - February 1, 2013
All-round tasks, cash service and meal preparation.

Education

Corso Professionale Triennale di Fumetto at Scuola Internazionale di Comics, Sede di Reggio Emilia
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Professional Qualification – Architect at Università degli Studi di Firenze
July 1, 2017 - November 6, 2025
Master Degree in Architecture – LM.4 at Politecnico di Milano
February 1, 2014 - April 1, 2016
Bachelor Degree in Architecture and Urban Design at Politecnico di Milano
September 1, 2010 - February 1, 2014
International Workshop in Urban Design at New York Institute of Technology, New York
April 1, 2013 - November 6, 2025
High School Diploma in Classical Studies at Liceo Ginnasio Statale “M. Gioia”, Piacenza
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2010
Corso Professionale Triennale di Fumetto at Scuola Internazionale di Comics, Sede di Reggio Emilia
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2021
Professional Qualification – Architect at Università degli Studi di Firenze
July 1, 2017 - November 24, 2025
Master Degree in Architecture – LM.4 at Politecnico di Milano
February 1, 2014 - April 1, 2016
Bachelor Degree in Architecture and Urban Design at Politecnico di Milano
September 1, 2010 - February 1, 2014
International Workshop in Urban Design at New York Institute of Technology
April 1, 2013 - April 1, 2013
High School Diploma in Classical Studies at Liceo Ginnasio Statale “M. Gioia”, Piacenza
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2010

Qualifications

Professional Qualification – Architect
July 1, 2017 - November 24, 2025
GDPR Compliance (EU Reg. 679/2016)
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Manufacturing