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Integrating Structure and Cladding
The project represents a successful integration of a glass facade with the primary structure of the building. The choice of the building material is
The project represents a successful integration of a glass facade with the primary structure of the building. The choice of the building material is
The wonder of nature is the abundance of unique forms she creates based on a few simple physical principles or laws. No two snowflakes are alike.
Traditional approach for engineering the facade is building an isolated analysis model. However, it inhibits a dynamic design process where
The design of structural glass systems continues to evolve with the parallel development of new manufacturing technology. Improvements in the
The contemporary renovation of historic buildings often includes all-glass structures that allow architects to preserve the original building design
The research is structured around complex optical effects of undulated glass and coatings that exhibit high reflectivity, especially at higher
Flat cable-net facades are form-active structures which provide maximum transparency by means of point fixing components, tensioned cables, and
This research unlocks the relationship between space, structure and light in nine unique museums developed by architect Renzo Piano. Renzo Piano uses
To paraphrase Robert le Ricolias, the art of the structure is where to put the folds. Using that inspiration, fundamental concepts from origami,
<p>A building’s envelope mitigates the effects of meteorological phenomena – including lightning – upon the structure and its occupants and contents.…
While additive manufacturing (AM) offers unprecedented freedom of design and a remarkable potential for material efficiency and lightweight
Curtain wall is the prevailing type of enclosure on modern buildings because of its economy, its independence from structure that allows flexibility
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
With the desire for more sustainable construction and reduced embodied energy, mass timber is being explored for building structures. For medium and
We construct building enclosures to keep the elements out, but sometimes air and water infiltrate the building envelope, causing several problems for
There is a desire in architecture to design and achieve transparent canopies and glazed rooves that are free from the visual clutter and the
<p><em>Adaptive facade systems are a promising approach to achieve a dynamic response to varying weather conditions and user demands. The…
Glass is an essential component for any type of building. Its transparency enhances daylighting and provides occupants a view to the outside. Whether
In the last few years, the design community has embraced the challenge of reducing embodied carbon in buildings. Several tools are now available for
Advanced fabrication processes combined with parametric 3D modeling give designers and architects the freedom and versatility to push the boundaries