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computational design Natural phenomenon How mushrooms can growth? Spore Germination: It starts with a mushroom spore, which is like a tiny seed. When conditions are right (usually with moisture, warmth, and a suitable substrate), the spore germinates. Mycelium Formation: From the germinated spore, tiny threads called hyphae emerge. These hyphae grow and branch out, forming … Read more
Natural Behavior Simulation | Computation Design Level 1 Final | MAA01 – Term II – 2023/24 | Professors: Oana Taut and Lora Fahmy A visit to Cosmo Caixa Science Museum in Barcelona introduced me to the ferrofluid substance and its reaction to magnetic forces. I took this video on my visit, and it inspired the … Read more
The Pavilion- inspired by 2 major natural elements the tree and its organic branches as well as the leaf – was intended to serve a space of reflection on major issues concerning sustainable development. Its physical structure draws inspiration from a tree’s organic nature (both on a macro and micro scale). Pseudo Code Code Result
The Serpentine Pavilion is designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). It was an ‘unzipped wall’ that was transformed from straight line to three-dimensional space, creating a dramatic structure that by day housed a café and free family activities and by night became a space for the Serpentine’s acclaimed Park Nights programme of performative works by … Read more
Oman Pavilion, nestled in the mobility district, commenced its construction journey in October 2019.. THE CONCEPT Cradled within the Mobility District, the Oman Pavilion embarked on its construction voyage in October 2019. Embracing the theme ‘Generations of Opportunity,’ the Pavilion encapsulates the narrative of Luban, Oman’s revered treasure, tracing its life cycle through compelling storytelling.” … Read more
UAE PAVILION FOR EXPO 2020, DUBAIArchitect : Santiago Calatrava Year : 2016 – 2021 The Spanish architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava has presented the design of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai, UAE. The 15,000-square-meter pavilion stands as a “symbolic interpretation of the flow of movement,” designed with carefully selected lines and spaces … Read more
Computational Design 1 The “BookWorm” pavilion aims to foster a sense of learning through the creation of an interactive learning space. Most library and institutional structures are often intimidating for children. The aim was to create a landscape of books that invite children to explore and learn simultaneously. We wanted children to engage in “reading” … Read more
The Huanglong Waterfront Bamboo Pavilion utilizes modern parametric design to start a new study of traditional building materials and traditional building techniques. Modern design and construction of low-carbon raw bamboo materials and combines the craftsmanship with the aesthetic feeling of traditional bamboo weaving in rural areas. As the result, villagers can have familiar feelings to … Read more
REFERENCE The UK PavilionHeatherwick Studio Shanghai Expo, 2010 The UK Pavilion, also known as the Seed Cathedral was created for the Shanghai world expo in 2010. The pavilion seeks to provide a public space while being a direct manifesto of its design. The Seed Cathedral is 20 meters in height and is comprised of 60,000 … Read more
UK PAVILION AT SHANGHAI EXPO-2010 INTRODUCTION The UK pavilion at Expo 2010, colloquially known as the Seed Cathedral, was a sculpture structure built by a nine-member conglomeration of British business and government resources directed by designer Thomas Heatherwick. It referenced the race to save seeds from round the world in banks, and housed 250,000 plant … Read more
Bamboo Pavilion, located in the Fengyuan district Huludun Park, Taiwan. The pavilion was designed by Zuo Studio. The perception of the user resembles walking through the bamboo forest, which enhancing the human experience. From the parametric perspective this pavilion is made up of multiple pointed and catenary arches. Furthermore the base of the structure is … Read more
The Barefoot School of Arts and Craft is a collaborative Pavilion design, put forth by Sudarshan Shetty and Nuru Karim. The concept stands as a homage to Goa’s cultural significance and coastal beauty. MATERIALITY This pavilion space rests at an intersection between art and architecture, utilizing locally sourced materials; earthen tiles, recyclable metal & wood, … Read more
UK Pavilion Artist: Wolfgang Buttress Architect: BDP Year: 2015 Location: Milan Expo Current Location: Kew Gardens, London The UK Pavilion at the Expo centers on bees as ecological indicators, highlighting the crisis facing honey bees due to factors like pesticides and habitat loss. Collaborating with bee expert Dr. Martin Bencsik, the Pavilion integrates technology to … Read more
Studio Libeskind / Milan Expo 2015 CONCEPT The 800-square meter pavilion on Lake Arena’s southeast edge features a sinuous design, blending indoor and outdoor spaces. A grey concrete staircase leads to a rooftop garden with stunning views. Symbolizing Chinese life, the pavilion represents growth and endurance, fostering unexpected interactions with the surrounding public space.It is … Read more
Reference Architect: querkraft architekten Location: expo 2020 Dubai Year: 2020 The outcome carves 38 intersecting Earth-based cones for the Austrian pavilion where duality exists. The exterior of the architecture mirrors wind towers with its conical mold and a circular opening on top while the interior comes through as a serene environment through the clay plaster … Read more
Architect: Yuko Nagayama and Associates The main theme of Dubai’s Expo in 2020, was “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future” based on topics of sustainability, mobility and opportunity. The main facade of Japan’s Pavilion, is entitled to “Kumiko Facade” which is inspired by the similarities between the traditional arabesque and the “Asa no Ha” patterns of … Read more
A lightweight architecture completely 3D printed by a printer farm The Trabeculae Pavilion fuses advancements in 3D printing with bio-inspired computational design. The synergy of design, material and manufacturing technologies allowed the conceptualization of an innovative construction technique based on an additive process which builds architectural forms conceived with a load-responsive material organization. Concept The … Read more
EXPO2020-UNStudio Dutch Pavilion Competition entry proposal The Nexus – the central attraction of the pavilion – is an alternative, sustainable solution to living in this landscape. With a nod to traditional greenhouses, the Nexus is the evolved and locally adapted version of the greenhouse. It not only allows vegetables to grow locally, but collects the … Read more
(???? – means ‘Computing’), being centered around the theme of connection, the Japan Pavilion in Expo 2020 held in the United Arab Emirates, unfolds a geometrical 3D lattice inspired by the commonalities of traditional Japanese and Arabic patterns. Designed by Yuko Nagayama and Associates, the tridimensional façade combines Arabesque and Asanoha patterns while also referencing … Read more
Architect: Safdie Architects Location: Singapore Year: 2019 The Jewel Changi Airport, designed by Safdie Architects, features a mesmerizing glass and steel toroidal structure. Its parametrically designed glass facade, forming a biodome, integrates geometric precision with natural elements. The intricate curvature and tessellated pattern of the facade respond dynamically to environmental conditions, optimizing daylight and ventilation. This parametric design allows … Read more
