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.
Flow aims to investigate the intricate relationship between fabric materials and wind flow dynamics. Utilizing computational design tools, it seeks to create a shaded area on the rooftop of the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC). The design endeavors to establish a semi-covered space where individuals can unwind, enjoy meals, and relax. By offering … Read more
P r o j e c t A b s t r a c t : This project investigates the formation and growth of ice crystals, snowflakes. Initially, the theoretical background was explored to understand the properties, characteristics, and reasons behind snowflake formation. Using this knowledge, visual and computational designs were developed to illustrate a … Read more
Utilizing Grasshopper scripting on natural behaviour, the project replicates tree root growth, emphasizing endless bifurcation at random branch endpoints. Informed by scientific research on root behaviour, this computational model simulates the stochastic nature of root growth, offering insights into complex root architecture and interaction with the environment.
Natural Behavior This exercise focuses on exploring and understanding the behavior of Physarum polycephalum, a slime mold organism, through digital simulations. Different configurations and parameters will be investigated to observe how they affect the movement, reproduction, and growth of this organism. The goal is to gain a deeper understanding of the interactions of Physarum polycephalum … Read more
Music and Cultural Center Sami’s Sound Hub in Karasjok, Norway, innovatively blends Sami culture with avant-garde design. Inspired by catenary arches and hyperbolic forms, the Main Hall features strategically designed perforations and a central opening following hyperbolic geometry, playing with light and shadow. The walls showcase fractal snowflake patterns, influenced by the region’s cold temperatures. … Read more
BuildLens.XR: An application that combines innovative fabrication techniques with augmented reality (AR) technology to simplify the construction of non-standardized building forms. By harnessing the capabilities of AR, this tool provides precise guidance for various layers of structural reinforcement and other service-related components, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout the fabrication process. With BuildLens.XR, users receive real-time … Read more
The music performance and cultural center located in Colchane will act as a bridge. The center contains both music performance and recording spaces, as well as textile production capabilities. This allows shared use of the space to maximize utility for the community, to encourage cross-generational interaction, and allow the Aymara people to grow and share … Read more
Uintah and Ouray Music Center BRIEF SITE FORM FINDING BUILDING DRAWINGS FORM FINDING PERFORATIONS SUN ANALYSIS SPLIT COLUMNS TWISTING COLUMNS SKYLIGHT VISUALISATIONS
The performance of a structure is judged by its ability to support applied loads with a minimum of material and a balanced stress distribution that avoids excessive overloads and underloads.playing with different materials, tension, and rotation of elements. OUR GOALS DESIGN STRATEGY STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS 2D utilization comparison Utilization provides measurement of the performance of a … Read more
The objective of this presentation was to explore the shelves as structure in order to transform an existing garage in London (Clissold Crescent, Hackney) into a workshop space. Through this seminar we understood the various opportunities and the potential of adapting shelves into roof structures. We made various grids by moving the positions of shelves … Read more
