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From The Very Many to the Very Least (Podcast)


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

Abstract In Contemporary Architecture, we are witnessing a shift from standardized building systems towards highly differentiated, data driven and geometrically complex structures. These projects challenge conventional workflows, requiring new methods to manage variation, fabrication logic, and translation of digital models into physical assemblies. Our research investigates how computational design, parametric modelling, and digital fabrication workflows … Read more

BIM in Ongoing Heritage Construction: The case of the Sagrada Família


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

Computational Workflows at the Sagrada Família The Sagrada Família in Barcelona is one of the most complex and long-running architectural projects in the world. Begun in 1882 and still under construction today, the basilica sits at the intersection of historical heritage, evolving design intent, and contemporary digital technology. To understand how digital tools support such … Read more

Architectural Creativity in the Age of AI


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

“Technology is the answer, but what was the question?” Cedric Price, 1966 Data Becoming ART! This research investigates whether AI and BIM enhance architectural creativity or contribute to the standardization of design. It examines whether computational workflows expand the boundaries of architectural expression or gradually replace human intuition with optimized uniformity. The study further explores … Read more

Design Beyond the Project: Reframing Practice Through Scalable Digital Services


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

A conversation with Jesper Wallgren Introduction In recent years, computational design and BIM workflows have become common tools in architectural practice. However, most of these tools remain confined to individual projects, often developed as internal scripts or one-off automation solutions to solve immediate design problems. While effective in improving efficiency within a project, these tools … Read more

Automated Scan-to-BIM workflows through artificial intelligence: A Conversation with Václav Nežerka


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

From Point Clouds to Digital Twins: Inside the Cloud2BIM Workflow The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is currently undergoing a major technological shift. We are witnessing a definitive transition from manual, labor-intensive site measurements to AI-driven scan-to-BIM workflows. The goal is clear: to unlock the digital potential of existing buildings by creating high-fidelity records … Read more

Bridging the Gap: What Two Computational Industrial Designers Taught Me About Getting In


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

Computational design can feel like a field you need permission to enter, a space guarded by complex software, specialized knowledge, and a career path that isn’t clearly written anywhere. But after sitting down separately with Aaron Porterfield, developer of the open-source Grasshopper plugin Crystallon, and Aman Agrawal, founder of Cademy and computational design specialist at … Read more

ClimaSkin Copilot


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

A copilot for intelligent facade design DEMO A SNAPSHOT OF THE PROJECT: INTRODUCTION: FUNDAMENTAL Meet John, an experienced architect working late in his studio, surrounded by sketches, coffee cups, and the familiar glow of his computer screen. He’s facing a challenge that keeps countless architects awake at night – designing a facade that’s both beautiful … Read more

Graph-Based Clustering for Daylight Optimization


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

Using Node Similarity and Machine Learning: How advanced graph analytics and spatial daylight autonomy analysis are transforming architectural design workflow Introduction In an age where climate-driven architecture is paramount, daylight performance remains central to both spatial experience and energy efficiency. Our project tackles this by combining IFC data, graph logic, and machine intelligence to create … Read more

The Storyteller: Revolutionizing Architectural Communication


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

How two architects transformed the way we present architectural projects by creating an AI-powered storytelling interface that turns technical drawings into compelling visual narratives. The Genesis: Beyond Plans and Sections Traditional architectural presentations often fail to bridge the gap between professional technical documentation and client understanding. James discovered that: So who is this storyteller platform … Read more

EUI Predictor


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

Predicting Building Energy Performance: A Machine Learning Approach to Energy Use Intensity (EUI) In the world of sustainable architecture and building design, understanding energy consumption is crucial for creating efficient, environmentally responsible structures. Energy Use Intensity (EUI) serves as a fundamental metric that tells us how much energy a building consumes per square meter per … Read more

Crafting a BIM Platform: Education, Influence, and the Power of Simplicity


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

+ Talking with Nicolas Catellier reveals how much of BIM’s evolution isn’t just about software, it’s about people. His journey from architect to educator, and from internal tutorials to a public platform, shows how valuable simplicity and clarity can be in a field often dominated by complexity. + What stood out most is his awareness … Read more

Creative Workflow Customization in BIM


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

Leveraging Advanced BIM Strategies for Complex Architectural Realization Contextual Framework – Traditional BIM workflows often struggle to accommodate the complex, fluid geometries characteristic of avant-garde architectural designs, creating a gap between conceptual vision and buildable reality. Key Insight – Customized BIM workflows incorporating AI, computational design, and bespoke coding can enable the realization of complex … Read more

CORALIS LUMINA : 3D PRINTED LIGHT


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

Coralis Lumina is a 3D-printed light installation inspired by the organic beauty of coral reefs. Designed for immersive interaction, it merges parametric design with advanced fabrication techniques, offering endless possibilities in form and illumination. This innovative system allows users to generate unique 3D-print-ready models tailored to their preferences. A Smarter Way to Create Organic 3D-Printed … Read more

HYPER A | STRUCTURE


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

In the ever-evolving world of architecture, Hyper A is an exploration into the limits—and freedoms—of structural design. We, the Structure Team, consisting of Joaquin Broquedis and myself, Marco Durand, are excited to present the structural concept that supports not just a building, but a multi-neighborhood urban vision. This blog offers a deeper look into our … Read more

Hyper-Building B: Services Team


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

Introduction In an era of rapid urbanization, the Hyper-Building concept emerges as a response to the complexities of modern city life. Rather than viewing it as a single architectural entity, we approached it as an interconnected urban system—a city within a city. Like any urban environment, it must address challenges related to accessibility, functionality, and … Read more