Within the current global context of rapid change, integrated with the potentials of digital technologies, IAAC’s Master in Advanced Architecture (MAA) is committed to the generation of new ideas and applications for Urban Design, Self Sufficiency, Digital Manufacturing Techniques and Advanced Interaction.
In this context IAAC works with a multidisciplinary approach, facing the challenges posed by our environment and the future development of cities, architecture and buildings, through a virtuous combination of technology, biology, computational design, digital and robotic fabrication, pushing innovation beyond the boundaries of a more traditional architectural approach.
CONCEPT This project proposes a wavy perforated facade system designed to respond to solar orientation and ecological integration. The undulating form of the facade is not only an aesthetic gesture, but a performative skin that regulates sunlight exposure. Facing the south-west, the convex and concave surfaces of the facade deflect direct solar rays, creating self-shaded … Read more
As an extension to our Digital Matter studio project, KINXA, developed the computational design portion utilizing Grasshopper to combine both the use climate analyses and optimizing tools to help us generate the most suitable design iteration for our project. PROJECT CONTEXT KINXA’s Mission: KINXA aims to bring vernacular construction back into contemporary architecture by systemizing … Read more
Project by Saad Khan and Sai Mohan Satwik Introduction- Evolution In nature, evolution is the quiet engineer — iterating lifeforms through adaptation, selection, and mutation to thrive in ever-changing environments. From the spiral of a seashell to the branching of trees, nature doesn’t design — it evolves. Inspired by this process, computational design tools now … Read more
Our goal for this Computational Design assignment was using Karamba along with Wallacei to optimize the mass and deformation of the timber frames of our construction system called KINXA. It is a modernized version of the vernacular technique used in Latin America called “Quincha” which consists of the use of a wood or cane frame, … Read more
Concept The twisting geometry of the tower was developed through parametric modeling and generative design, where Wallacei was used to evaluate and optimize multiple iterations. The goal was to identify the twist angle and floorplate rotation that would maximize unobstructed view corridors for surrounding buildings, while maintaining functionality and architectural integrity. Objective: To design a … Read more
The dynamic panel system is designed to optimize indoor comfort and energy efficiency by responding intelligently to solar conditions throughout the day and year. References Concept Barcelona experiences intense summer heat, with prolonged sun exposure in narrow urban lanes. These linear streets, flanked by mid-rise buildings, naturally funnel airflow and create predictable sun paths. Our … Read more
This object functions as a sculptural lamp, where the complex lattice of organic openings serves both an aesthetic and functional role. The irregular perforations allow light to escape in unpredictable and dynamic patterns, casting intricate shadows and gradients onto surrounding surfaces. As light passes through the varying densities and scales of the geometry, it diffuses … Read more
Abstract Assembler Grounds explores a computational approach to site-specific excavation and material reuse, resulting in a subterranean academic and social hub embedded within a residential campus. Using environmental data and generative geometry, the project aligns performance, program, and sustainability in a cohesive design strategy. Solar radiation analysis informed the strategic placement of light wells and … Read more
SecondMatter project’s core structure optimization SecondMatter is a material-driven design project that explores how construction and demolition waste can be repurposed into structural and non-structural building elements using digital tools and jamming/ramming fabrication techniques. The project optimizes the placement of fragmented stone geometries within a defined volume through Grasshopper Galapagos. The goal of this process … Read more
Parameters Movement in X direction of whole block tower Movement in Y direction of individual block Rotation of the whole block tower Catalogue with performance information Video
MANIFESTO In the tightly packed neighborhood of To Kwa Wan, space is limited and buildings are pressed close together, making it tough to design high-rises that feel light, breezy, and livable.This project uses generative design tools like Grasshopper and Wallacei to explore better ways of shaping a new tower near Kwun Shan Court.The goal is … Read more
Multi-objective optimization – a living panel grown from bio-waste, offering thermal and acoustic comfort. designed as a retrofit solution for the existing low-energy-performance building stock, it’s paired with a digital tool and suggests the best optimized panel for acoustics and thermal resistance, bringing sustainable design to your fingertips. This study introduces a form-finding method for … Read more
This off-grid microstructure is a low-impact, self-built shelter that combines reclaimed and natural materials to create a compact, modular space embedded in nature. Raised on a foundation of reused tires filled with earth, the floor is made from wooden pallets, allowing air circulation and minimizing site disturbance. Walls are constructed using hempcrete blocks and stacked … Read more
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
