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Natural Materials and Digital Fabrication: A Radical Approach to Mass Utilisation and Standardisation

December 13, 2023December 11, 2023
MaCAD 2023-2024 by Deeksha K O
MaCAD 2023-2024

Global technology evolves rapidly, unprecedented in human history. This progress significantly enhances lives but at a considerable cost, marked by escalating global temperatures and the looming threat of extinction. Ongoing research aims to mitigate these adverse effects through diverse strategies.The building sector contributes about 47% of global carbon emissions. Architects, integral to this industry, … Read more

The Trabeculae Pavilion

December 9, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Dounia Moujahid
MAA-01 2023-2024

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

The Pearl

December 8, 2023
MRAC-01 2023-2024 by Mahaveer Bothra
MRAC-01 2023-2024

Stack Lamination: Exploring the Intersection of Subtractive and Additive Manufacturing Brief: This workshop was conceived with the aim of familiarizing participants with the procedural intricacies of Stack Lamination milling, employing an Industrial KUKA robot arm. The methodology encompassed the integration of both digital and conventional fabrication approaches. We engaged in practical applications of 3-axis CNC … Read more

Artificial Sun

February 27, 2024December 8, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Pier Paolo Rauco
MAA-01 2023-2024

“Artificial sun” is a light installation that originated from a dark, cold winter walk in Berlin. Berlin, one of Europe’s liveliest and youngest cities, is renowned for its vibrant parties and general positive atmosphere.However, when winter arrives and the days grow shorter, the city seems to go into hibernation, leaving its streets cold and empty. … Read more

LOG-LIVE

December 8, 2023
MAA-02 2023-2024 by Praneeth Aashwinay
MAA-02 2023-2024

MASTER IN ADVANCED ARCHITECTURE ROBOTIC WOODCRAFT FACULTY: Alexandre Dubor, Marielena Papandreou, Huanyu Li STUDENT: Praneeth Aashwinay Basavraju, Anish Hatekar, Bora Cobanoglu, Sunny Manish Chopda

Verdenlace – Kinetic shading structure

March 25, 2024December 8, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Akshay Khaneja
MAA-01 2023-2024

The idea is to used the design module which created in G2- Bio tech morphogenesis studio and make a adaptive shading structure using Programming & Physical Computing. Concept The Innovative algae panels integrated into structures enrich the surrounding air with oxygen through photosynthesis. Complementing this, kinetic shading devices dynamically adjust based on sunlight levels, efficiently … Read more

Topographic Chair

December 10, 2023December 6, 2023
MRAC-01 2023-2024 by Littieri M. Lamb
MRAC-01 2023-2024

During this one week workshop we explored the combination of stack lamination and 5 axis robotic milling for the speculative production of furniture for the new IAAC cafe. As a group we conceptualized and developed 3 items of furniture that could be produced using stack lamination. Each design was rationalized to make use of a … Read more

LA CREMADA

April 6, 2024December 3, 2023
MAA-02 2023-2024 by Ruining Xie
MAA-02 2023-2024

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

The Nest – Kinetic Sculpture

December 8, 2023December 2, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Sayed Salahuddin
MAA-01 2023-2024

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

Exploration into Vertical Elements

December 4, 2023December 2, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Luca Ring
MAA-01 2023-2024

This term, the exploration of three fabrication techniques—Laser Cutting, 3D Printing, and CNC Milling—led to the creation of three vertical facade prototypes. Drawing inspiration from organic movements and waves, our laser-cut design explores the interlocking techniques with Polypropylene and acrylic.The 3D printed geometry also explores the interlocking, this time as a mobility tool, creating a … Read more

DIGI FAB

December 1, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Afham Aravassery Habeeb
MAA-01 2023-2024

LASER CUTTING I INTERACTIVE FACADE An interactive facade system crafted using the precise technique of laser cutting. This project is a testament to the harmonious blend of creativity and technology. Our journey began with a vision to create a facade system that was not only aesthetically pleasing but also interactive, adding a dynamic element to … Read more

DIGITAL FABRICATION – Vertical elements in Architecture

December 1, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Aditya Roy Chowdhury
MAA-01 2023-2024

Laser Cutting – Pulsing Bloom Inspired by the dynamic movement of flower petals as they bloom, the panel would be part of a kinetic facade that mimics nature and interacts with its environment. Technical Drawings Production and Material Data Final Outcome Visualization as a Facade Element 3D Printing – Gyroid as a Vertical Element Concept … Read more

Responsive Rainwater Catchment System

December 7, 2023December 1, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Gonzalo Gil Rangel
MAA-01 2023-2024

The Responsive Rainwater Catchment System (RRCS) is a proposed system to collect rainwater, reacting to environmental factors through sensors and actuators. The system is imagined as an inverted “umbrella” that is usually closed, and upon sensing rain opens and begins collecting rainwater. Reference: ThinkPhi It has as a priority to collect rainwater without blocking sunlight … Read more

Introduction to Digital Fabrication

December 7, 2023December 1, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by Patricia Sveceny
MAA-01 2023-2024

Group Z.2 Origami – LASER CUTTING Taking inspiration from light-filtering facade systems such as that of the SDU Campus Kolding by Henning Larsen, Al Bahr Towers by AEDAS, and the Japan Pavilion for Expo 2020 by Yuko Nagayama and Associates, ORIGAMI is a facade prototype composed of a grid system to host panels or ‘flowers’ … Read more

PatternCraft: Introduction to Digital Fabrication

December 1, 2023
MAA 2023-2024 by Nyan Lin Aung
MAA 2023-2024

The Twist (3d Printing) Concept & Form Finding Our 3D printing project embodies the fusion of functionality and aesthetic sophistication, drawing inspiration from the elegance of louvers panels and the captivating allure of twisted architectural forms. This design merges the simplicity of the plus sign with a mesmerizing twist, creating an engaging visual effect that … Read more

Digital Fabrication

December 1, 2023
MAA-01 2023-2024 by ARIADNI CHARONI
MAA-01 2023-2024

Group Y1 A series of experiments, to reflect on internality, movements away from the outside and to look upon it. A swift movement which engulfs you, a series of lines to project your light through, an open face held in deep space by many arms. There is nothing outside to look at, if you don’t … Read more

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