De la ruptura a la regeneración urbana a partir del rescate de conexiones históricas y ambientales Maria Luísa Machado Taller Concepto IaaC – MOeC – 2025 Resúmen Maceió, Alagoas, “la tierra que cubre el pantano”, nació de la unión de sus aguas, con sus primeros asentamientos vinculados a la Laguna Mundaú, el mar y las … Read more
Introduction In this exercise, our objective was to scan a physical object and use the acquired data to generate a toolpath for non-planar 3D printing. To achieve this, we integrated tools such as Grasshopper, Python, and ROS (Robot Operating System) and conducted multiple tests to optimize the scanning strategy and post-processing. Methodology To achieve non-planar … Read more
From neoliberal detachment to anti anti-utopian hope, this essay explored how film and theory diagnose urban crises, exposing expulsions, fetishism, and splintering —while glimpsing alternative futures through resistance, cybernetics, and speculative imagination.
Introduction The exploration of robotic fabrication with traditional techniques has become increasingly important in the ceramic industry, opening up new possibilities for innovation, efficiency and mass production. This research, in collaboration with Heatherwick Studio, bridges traditional artistry and robotic innovation, using only a fan brush to explore creative possibilities in ceramic glazing. Design Methodology The … Read more
Github: https://github.com/elicolds/emotionreader/ Introduction In the realm of architecture and art, installations serve as powerful mediums to explore the intersection of technology, human emotion, and design. Our project reimagines the relationship between viewers and spaces by creating an interactive structure that reacts dynamically to human presence and emotions. Combining hardware, software, and creative ingenuity, we designed … Read more
Structural Design Essentials Workshop Introduction The primary objective of the workshop was to explore innovative ideas in structural engineering by experimenting with materials and their compositions to create components. Specifically, the aim was to engineer a structural beam designed for integration into the case study structure, the Aravena Building, and to evaluate its structural strength … Read more
In response to the increasing global population of visually impaired individuals, projected to reach 18.5% by 2050, our project focuses on enhancing the accessibility of architectural spaces, particularly in primary healthcare centers. We have developed the Building Analysis Tool (BAT), an solution designed to assist architects in creating environments that cater to the needs of … Read more
NeoCapsules is an innovative residential project inspired by the Nakagin Capsule Tower, reimagined to suit modern needs. Unlike the original design, which featured small, single-use capsules, NeoCapsules offers modular units in different sizes to accommodate families, young professionals, and individuals with diverse lifestyles. This flexibility allows residents to select layouts that best match their needs, … Read more
TRAVELNA is an innovative architectural design concept merging the subscription model of services like Netflix with Airbnb’s global accommodation network, tailored for solo travelers frequently moving across major cities worldwide. Subscribers gain access to a curated selection of high-quality apartments—ranging from studios to three-bedroom units—aligned with their chosen subscription tier. To ensure exclusivity and availability, … Read more
Caminos para Reimaginar el Territorio Lagunar en Crisis Soy residente de Maceió.Maceió, capital de Alagoas, es una de las principales ciudades del noreste de Brasil, destacándose tanto por sus bellezas naturales como por su papel económico y social en la región. Maceió, del tupí “maçayó”, “maçaio-k”: “lo que cubre el humedal”, está situada en la … Read more
CRONOLOGÍA HIPÓTESIS El caso de estudio presenta un escenario complejo y dinámico, caracterizado por un crecimiento acelerado y no planificado impulsado por el auge de la industria hidrocarburífera. Esta industria ha generado un incremento de la cantidad de población residente como la pendular, y también ha generado una demanda sin precedentes de servicios e infraestructuras … Read more
Recalificación de Áreas Degradadas por la Industria Salinera – Cabo Frio – Brasil Introducción Desde los albores de la humanidad, la sal siempre ha jugado un papel fundamental en la sociedad. Su importancia era tan grande que en la antigüedad, la sal se utilizaba como moneda, conservante, condimento y alimento. Antes de la colonización portuguesa, … Read more
For our MaCAD Studio project, we wanted to explore the idea of circularity during the assembling/disassembling stage of the various programmatic functions housed by the building structure. The main materials employed are CLT and Reinforced Steel, of which we picked the first to be the focus of our study since it is the primary material … Read more
PUERTO METABÓLICOHacia un frente costero conectado, multipropósito y resiliente AbstractLa ciudad de Buenos Aires ha crecido ganandole tierra al Río de la Plata, a través de rellenos, infraestructuras portuarias, de transporte e industriales que han desplazado ecosistemas clave, generado barreras físicas y desconectado emocional y culturalmente a la ciudad de su geografía ribereña. Este proceso … Read more
NeoCapsules Residence: A Vision for Modern Family Living Affordable design solution for families NeoCapsules, an innovative residential complex inspired by the Nakagin Tower concept, offers a dynamic and adaptable living environment that seamlessly integrates sustainability with an urban lifestyle. This innovative approach fosters growth, flexibility, and community interaction, making it more than just a building, … Read more
Artes, Oficios y Rituales en el Barrio Ferroviario. En un fragmento urbano de la ciudad de San Juan, Argentina, destinado originalmente a familias ferroviarias, culminando un eje ferroviario, es que existe este espacio con problemas de precariedad en las viviendas, sin servicios adecuados de infraestructuras, con inseguridad, olvidado, degradado, con injusticias sociales, sin contención y … Read more
