Creating Transformational Geometry
Over the past two decades, the art of cold-forming glass has grown from an unknown approach to a widely accepted strategy for achieving an array of
Over the past two decades, the art of cold-forming glass has grown from an unknown approach to a widely accepted strategy for achieving an array of
Originally known as The Master Building, 310 Riverside Drive in Manhattan's Upper West Side is a 28-story tower completed in 1929 as an apartment
Small towns are dying, and it is not just because of their dwindling economies. The physical fabric of our communities is literally crumbling. A
How has the role of the façade evolved in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing fight to combat the climate change crisis? As companies grapple
Integration and interoperability between Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Building Energy Modeling (BEM) tools pose major challenges for the
Sealed indoor environments have created artificial, homogeneous ecosystems that sever ties between humans and the natural world. This paper
Responsive shading systems can dynamically improve indoor environmental conditions based on outdoor climate variations. Among the technologies,
This paper describes the development of an interactive map that highlights case studies of advanced facade design strategies and technologies from
Paper Abstract with photos and illustrations Detailing and Engineering of copper panels with complex geometries: A case study in developing a
Amidst the critical conversations about the need to build better and more efficient building skins, designers are also mindful of the need for the
The iconic building principal incentive is to be visually attractive or stand out, for this purpose three main features must be accomplished: have a
Resiliency is the capacity of a building (or building component in the case of the facade) to support building functionalities during extreme events
While additive manufacturing (AM) offers unprecedented freedom of design and a remarkable potential for material efficiency and lightweight
<p>This paper will focus on the design and detailing of large-format glass enclosures intended to maximize transparency using state-of-the-art…
<p>In recent decades the use of unitized glazing systems has become increasingly common especially for high-rise construction. The opaque panels in…
Facades are an architectural feature and an integral part of the building enclosure. To ensure that the facades continue their function, they must be
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a methodology used to quantify the impact of building construction supply chains on the environment in terms of
This paper analyzes sustainable retrofit strategies for an existing research laboratory building, located in a cold climate. This facility is
<p>The real estate market continues to demand “all glass” buildings often to the detriment of human comfort and thermal performance. For an office…
The recently completed Capital One Hall performing arts center located in the Washington DC metro area is defined by a pleated exterior of glass and