Performance Based Generative Facade Workflow for Large Scale Projects
Over the last two decades, in what has been coined “The Digital Turn”, the introduction of parametric design software has afforded increased
Over the last two decades, in what has been coined “The Digital Turn”, the introduction of parametric design software has afforded increased
<p>This paper presents new historical research on the concrete facade of an important but relatively unknown and now demolished building by the…
It may be difficult for modern man to believe that what is known as handicraft was once the advanced manufacturing of the day. These techniques were
<p>Parametric Design has become an invaluable tool for complex tasks like designing energy efficient buildings when joined to performance-based…
To paraphrase Robert le Ricolias, the art of the structure is where to put the folds. Using that inspiration, fundamental concepts from origami,
While most of high-rise buildings feature a core surrounded by a spatial frame defining the volume, one could envision a column-free plan where the
<p>A Catmull-Clark algorithm (used in 3D computer graphics for smoothing polygon surfaces) was used to create a unique design for an over 208ft by…
Complex freeform architectural enclosures are becoming increasingly popular and easy to model and design with the help of modern computational tools.
Steven Holl Architects designed two new buildings in the Museum District in Houston, Texas. Knippers Helbig is the facade consultant of both
Multilayer design technique in metal facades is introduced in this paper. Generally, in this technique, a metal facade is designed in the fourth
The history of high performance facades and glazing has been a tale of attempting to manage the conflicting requirements of, on one hand inviting
<p>This is an experimental and computational exploration of structural systems that transform between states of rigidity and flexibility. The goal is…
A building’s envelope mitigates the effects of meteorological phenomena – including lightning – upon the structure and its occupants and contents.
<p>Facades play an important role in the control of energy flow and energy consumption in buildings as they represent the interface between the…
The prominence of climatically responsive building facades through the use of kinetics has proliferated in recent years due to a concern for the
<p>This study focuses on experiments in kinetics and architectural skins. More extensively, it introduces a solution for environmental design issues…
The structural glass storefront facade at 111 Main Street in Salt Lake City lends itself as a case study in accommodating large building
Energy codes across the country are progressively getting stricter and increasing the threshold for a baseline building’s energy performance.
<p>Factory inspection visits are vital, yet they unfortunately have a habit of being overlooked. The factory inspection process during the Building…
<p>There is no doubting the longevity of stainless steel building facades. The Chrysler Building and numerous buildings that followed have stood the…