The MAA is a visionary master program with an innovative and open structure, mixing diverse disciplines, shaping professionals capable of producing theoretical & practical solutions towards responsive cities, architecture & technology.
Coracle – Cocoon: Living Envelopes
A coracle is a small, lightweight, round or oval boat traditionally made with a woven frame of wood or wicker and covered with animal hide or waterproof fabric. It’s designed to be easily carried and is mainly used in parts of the UK, for fishing or transport on rivers. Master Plan Firstly, we looked the … Read more
The Gaudi Atelier
During our first visit to the Sagrada Família, we came to understand how and why it represents the culmination of Gaudí’s work—through the meaning imbued in every element, the intricate geometries, and the profound intentions he conveys to the public. The project draws inspiration from Gaudí’s architectural language, incorporating the dynamic flow of hyperbolic spiral … Read more
DIGITAL WOODCRAFT
After spending some time learning about timber joinery last term, this term was all about implementing these logics onto a larger and more complex system: a small chunk of a bird observatory. We designed and made all of the beams that comprised the chunk, which were all unique to one another. Some were straight, others … Read more
Zenithra 2.0
Intro To Site Sagrada Família The Sagrada Família is one of the most iconic architectural works in the world, an emblem of Barcelona and a masterpiece of the visionary architect Antoni Gaudí.The basilica was meant as an atonement temple: a sacred offering for the sins of modernity and a monument to Catholic devotion.Gaudi embraced a … Read more
CONVEA
USING CORK AS A DELINEATOR OF INTERNAL CLIMATIC PROGRAMS a. initial machine phenomena studies b. first iteration of phenomena recreated c. second iteration of phenomena model on column site d. photographs of second iteration
STEAMSENSE – Innovative Humidity Control with Natural Elements
Introduction The Self sufficient building studio students were tasked to use an old yet functional electronic equipment , understand its function and then integrate it into a new prototype body, repurposing its function which could later help sustain an architectural space. I, a one man group, decided to work with water in gaseous state- steam. … Read more
Tierra Potencia
A space for human driven by human On a planetary scale, these dynamics of solar heating, infrared cooling, and moisture transport create global patterns in climate. This study explores how temperature and humidity generated through human exertion at different activity levels can be passively regulated to create adaptive microclimates tailored to occupant circadian rhythms and … 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
H/Rooftop?
Kangaroo Inflation / Reciprocal Framework Referential Work / Component and Parameters Form Finding Render / Immersion Animation / Process
Sant Felip Neri Pavilion
Master in Advanced Architecture Computational Design Seminar Yetkin Demir / Giovanny Gordillo SITE Placa De Sant Felip Neri is a small square located in the Gothic quarter. Bearing scars from the Spanish Civil War in 1938, this plaza holds a tragic past. Surrounded by the church and mixed use buildings, this square serves as a … Read more
