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26 results

Mixed Reality in Facade Education
- Paper by Phillip Anzalone AIA · Amber Bartosh, RA LEED AP BD+C
Developments in performative computational analysis, mass customization, and complex form manipulation revolutionized building envelope design

March 22, 2020
Integrating Structure and Cladding
- Paper by Jerome Engelking, Christian Stutzki, Principal
The project represents a successful integration of a glass facade with the primary structure of the building. The choice of the building material is…
March 15, 2020
Green Wall Rainscreen
- Paper by Stephan Wurster, Business Development Manager Till Jackenkroll, Product and Innovation Manager
Green Wall applications are growing in popularity around the world. Often thought of as a decorative element they provide much more than aesthetic…
March 22, 2020
Integrating Soft Robotics into Architectural Assemblies
- Paper by Vera Parlac
The project described in this paper explores the integration of custom-made soft robotic muscles into a component-based surface. This project is part

March 19, 2020
The Evolution of AEC Professional Silos
- Paper by David Olsen, AIA, Senior Associate Megan Leon, P.E., Design Engineer Christopher Chiuchiolo, LEED AP, Project Manager Andrea Bono, P.E., LEED AP BD+C, Senior Consulting Engineer – Building Technology Nick Rustia, P.E., Facilities Development, Project Manager Diane T Sands, MLIS, MFA, MS-GIST, Librarian
Healthcare projects in northern California require specialized knowledge to navigate regulation, technological advancements, and project execution…
January 27, 2020
The Tectonics of Flimsiness
- Paper by Timothy Brown AIA NCARB CSI, Associate Professor
Architecture has traditionally celebrated the joining of two building components or materials. Joinery serves as a key site for architectural…
March 22, 2020