Mortadella’s Tangled Dreams : A Robotic System for Material Conscious Weaving
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Course: MAA02 24/25 Advanced Manufacturing Thesis Cluster
Processes and Products in the contemporary AEC sector
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From Waste to Venus
Upcycled Timber Retrofit Strategies for aClimate-Conscious Transformation of the VenusBuilding. Context Why Retrofitting MattersBuildings account for nearly 30% of global carbon emissions, with most of today’s housing stock expected to remain in use beyond 2050. In this context, the built environment becomes both a challenge and an opportunity for climate action. Retrofitting allows us to … Read more
SKYLOFT
MODULAR PODS VERTICAL EXTENSIONS To address urgent urban housing needs, this thesis explores modular rooftop pods using Digital Twins, CNC fabrication, kerfing, and timber joinery—enabling precise, low-waste, minimum tool required for assembling and sustainable expansion of aging urban buildings through scalable and prefabricated Modular systems Why Vertical extension required ? What’s the purpose of the … Read more
CONTEXEPT
Contexept is a Context-to-Conceptualization framework integrating Generative AI and Additive Manufacturing to produce facades for specified architectural contexts in upscaled construction scenarios Architecture at the Edge of InnovationTechnological Breakthroughs that Reconfigured Design PossibilitiesTime// Architectural Style//Technology //Architecture has never been static it continuously absorbs and reflects the technologies of its time. From Industrial Revolution, prefabrication and … Read more
Contexept
Contexept is a design-to-fabrication workflow that uses AI to generate context-aware façade designs and turn them into 3D-printable architectural modules. By combining semantic keyword clustering, image generation, and robotic clay printing, the system transforms abstract ideas into buildable, site-sensitive forms. It bridges digital creativity with physical construction, making AI a meaningful collaborator in architecture. Architecture … Read more
Advanced Manufacturing Cluster – T02
Analog End Effector Explorations Mechanical End Effector Explorations Final Robotic Jig Design | Facade Iterations
Optoppen
Optoppen refers to the concept of adding prefabricated structures on top of existing rooftops to maximize space efficiently. Myy project focuses on addressing housing demand challenges by exploring lightweight housing extensions on existing buildings. My project focuses on addressing housing demand challenges by exploring lightweight housing extensions on existing buildings. Housing Shortage History Why are … Read more
Reinventing Bamboo Architecture
Bamboo, a sustainable and strong material, remains underutilized in modern architecture. My research explores new methodologies to optimize its structural potential, reinvestigating its bending properties and integrating digital fabrication techniques. Addressing durability and standardization challenges, I advocate for bamboo’s inclusion in European building codes, promoting it as a viable alternative to steel and concrete. By … Read more
Advanced Manufacturing Cluster – T01
Research Question Context Why Natural Fibers? Possible Impact Typologies State of Art Material Research Methodology Design Workflow
Optoppen (City above the city )
AIM The housing crisis in Spain stems from rising prices, stagnant construction, and growing demand, leaving many unable to afford housing, highlighting the need for urgent, sustainable solutions. Spain Time line of the Housing crisis Long Term trend Housing crisis AFFORDABLE HOUSING by 2035 Material comparison Homeless people Data Site documentation Typology – I Joint … Read more
