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DESIGN STUDIO 2 ANES ABDOU 101157855

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

20 Voronoi

24 Triangulation

26 Weave

PHYSICAL PROTOTYPE

IDEATION MATERIALS FABRICATION TOOLS RESULTS

IDEATION For the physical prototypes, we were given a traingulation exercise to use as the basis for our models. We were given some cardboard and access to a laser cutter.

We bagan manipulating and experimenting with different forms and angles to create and decided on a pavillion type structure with the ‘windows’ placed along a spiralling ‘attractor curve’.

Due to the complexity and size of our project, it was going to prove to be quite a task as it would require immense concentration and time dedication.

MATERIALS We used 1200x700mm corrugated cardboard which was 2mm thick.

The cardboard itself possesses two differnet shades of colour. When placing the boards into the laser cutter, we forgot the two different sides of the board had two different colours. However what we later realised was that the two distingushable colours would give the model a positive aesthetic look.

Cardboard possesses numerous positive traits and as a result, it is a suitable material to model your ideas with.

The corrugated centre of the board gives the material its strength in tension and heavely reduces its weakness in compression.

Its compatibility with many adhesives provided us with versatility to experiment with a few types of adhesives.

FABRICATION Once we were satisfied with the overall aesthetic of our model, we imported all of our 310 triangular pieces into Adobe Illustrator, which was spread across 8 panels. These ‘.ai’ files were sent to the workshop pc and then used to cut the boards.

The entire cutting process lasted approximately 2-3 hours. A minor problem that occured was the numbers placed on the traingle pieces to identify their place were missing or placed in the incorrect spot due to our own human error. However because we were observing the entire cutting process, we were able to quicly idenyify their numbers and reduce the problem almost entirely.

We were instructed to add tabs to the triangles as a means to join each piece to its adjoining partner. These tabs were etched with dotted lines by the laser cutter, so that we could effectively fold the tabs.

During the installation process, we discovered that the flat side of the cardboard that doesn’t have the panel tabs folded onto it and had the numbers, was actually the inside and not the external side, which we had originally planned for.

This was a minor annoyance but didnt dramtically affect the overall look. In fact it gave the model an extra aspect to its facade.

Tools The original plan was to combine the pieces by applying a small amount of glue to the tabs and then applying a bit of pressure until dry. A foldback clip was then used to aid in joining the pieces together.

This proved to be a tedious and time consuming method and wasnt practical, due to it requiring us to repeat this process for over 300 pieces. We substitued the PVA glue for a hot glue gun which was surprisingly effective. It was able to dry extremely fast and once dry, the hot glue possessed impressive strength capabilities, able to maintain its hold of the panels almost immediatly with no set back, besides a few burnt fingers.

Due to some of the cardboard panels not lying directly flat inside the laser cutter, some of the triangles weren’t cut as deep as we would have liked.

This was easily dealt with by using a box cutter/ knife to slit the remaining depth required.

Result The end result of our model was a very intricate and interesting form. The model was very durable as we were able to manipulate it into a few different forms without losing its structual properties.

The downside to the final result was due to the size of the model as it was difficult to stand by itself as the design was smaller at the bottom and wider and open at the top.

We made some space in the workshop and hanged the model with some strips of tape so that we could achieve the desired form. The use of a skeleton or supporting structure behind the aesthetic material is a consideration as it would aid in allowing the structure to support itself without external help.

DIGITAL SKETCHBOOK

LOFT VORONOI TRIANGULATION WEAVE

This was one of the very first attempts I had at free roaming through Rhino. I started off by setting out a few curves in Rhino then through Grasshopper added a ‘loft’ and a few other controls and began manipulating the form.

What was the result was a very clean and modern shape. Perhaps this could be used as a glass roof for a shopping centre.

From downloading a script with a ‘Voronoi’ input already added, I began manipulating some forms and tried to see what unusual shapes I could create. I then bagan removing some geometries from the overall structure and it resulted in a very beautiful piece of work.

Similar to the task we completed in class, I continued to experiment with curves and what happens when you triangulate them in grasshopper. I produced what I believe could be a nice idea for a soccer stadium

Through a few ‘series’ commands and the use of a ‘weave’ and ‘interpolate’ combination, I was able to produce a very beautiful and intricate artwork/statue type geometry. I added a shadow in to highlight the complexity of the piece.