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.
Year of proposal : 2020 Name : Dune Beach House Architect : Amey Kandalgaonkar Location : Vancouver, Canada The Dune Beach House, designed by Amey Kandalgaonkar, takes inspiration from the step wall concept in traditional Indian architecture. Each tier of the pavilion serves as a distinct boundary, delineating functional zones in both interior and exterior … Read more
In this exercise, I visualised the relationship between the price of Airbnb accommodations compared to the price that the regular housing market puts. The visualisation consists of two datasets in csv format as well as a shapefile. The process started by cleaning the data so that equivalent columns in the csv’s could be matched. After … Read more
Terra, the Sustainability Pavilion that has been designed for the 2020 Universal Exhibition held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was built in the last year of 2020 by the prestigious Grimshaw Architects studio. The pavilion aims to explore, through ingenuity, new architectural possibilities that lead us towards a more sustainable life. The construction is inspired … Read more
Catenary Arc Connection Pavilion Research GERMAN PAVILION – EXPO 1967World Exposition Year:1967 Architects:Frei Otto and Rolf Gutbrod Site: Universal Exposition, Quebec Montreal. Renowned German architect Frei Otto, known for his emphasis on lightweight structures and organic forms, utilized the principle of the catenary in many of his designs, including the German Pavilion for the 1967 … Read more
LOCATION:Shanghai,DATE:2010 The Spanish Pavilion for the 2010 World Expo of Shanghai sought to reflect upon the Spanish climate, as well as to recover the extraordinary craft of wickerwork in order to bring it back to life and to reinvent it as a new construction technique. This building sought to play with the incredible potential of … Read more
The second year students of Master in Advanced Architecture (MAA) and Master in Robotics and Advanced Construction (MRAC) participate in Llum BCN 2024 with LA CREMADA / THE BURN, an immersive interactive installation that delves deep into the world of wildfires, their origins, impacts, and the critical need for understanding and prevention. The installation, located at Plaça Les Arts, C/ … Read more
Data-driven designers want to consider wind flow in their design process but resort to simulating end-stage designs with free but time-consuming tools or delegate it to experts. While expensive software offers relatively faster results, the cost doesn’t justify the number of simulations. Those mindful of expenses are always willing to sacrifice accuracy during the design … Read more
The Philips Pavilion was a groundbreaking synthesis of architecture, visual media, and music, showcasing Philips’ diverse technologies, from sound production to X-ray lighting. Unlike traditional product displays, the pavilion itself became an exhibition, highlighting all that Philips had to offer. Architect Le Corbusier -Iannis Xenakis Structural Engineer Hoyte Duyster Developer Philips Built in 1958 Location … Read more
Architect: Studio Archea Location: expo 2010 shanghai Year: 2010 The pavilion is, as requested by the Expo, a simple rectangular box measuring 78 by 28 metres, with a completely free interior forming a neutral space, without any intermediate pillars, capable of hosting the installations of the cities participating in the event, which have later been … Read more
Concept Automatic feeder for stray cats In today’s world, homeless animals are often invisible in everyday life and often suffer from the harsh conditions of urban life. Such homeless animals in many cities are cats, which have always played an important role in people’s lives, having a positive impact on our health and emotional state. … Read more
Harmonizing water treatment and thermal comfort to everyday living This project aligns with Design Studio G1, focusing on Metabolic smart prefabrication. The design concept challenges the incorporation of water treatment as a fundamental aspect of architecture and everyday living. The objective is to harmonize and repurpose water treatment into a thermal comfort system, integrating interactive … Read more
With Arduino being in the front leg to provide automation to a concept of Biomimicry. Applications – Animation made with Blender 4.0 Further Studies in-progress and will be updated promptly. Thank you
The proposal Preventing the devastating impact of wildfires falls heavily on local authorities and agencies. To address this pressing issue, there’s an urgent requirement for Technological solutions. This presentation introduces a comprehensive system designed to monitor temperature, humidity, soil moisture, and air quality. It assesses the potential severity of a fire outbreak. In critical situations, … Read more
Using Ultrasonic Sensor and Water Level Detection Sensor to detect the various states of a dog at home, these are employed to control the operation of DC motor and Servo Motor concept All dogs around the world exhibit a dual nature; they’re incredibly joyful while playing outdoors with their owners but can feel immensely lonely … Read more
ILLUMINATION Based on the amount of natural light entering different areas of the building, the intensity of artificial light changes for better circadian rhythm. TEMPERATURE CONTROL Comfortable indoor temperature of the building is controlled based on the outdoor temperatures. Fan automatically turns on if the temperature is too hot. AIR QUALITY If the indoor environment … Read more
Concept Inspired by the artistic vision of Refik Anadol, the project seeks to reimagine the interaction between nature and humans through a digital lens. Utilizing motion and sound detection technologies, this interactive wall transforms human interactions with their environment into a visual and dynamic experience. It visualizes how nature and humans respond to each other, offering viewers an opportunity to forge … Read more
