Final submission by Ecknaathh Bala

AC ARCHITECTURAL CONSCIOUSNESS ADS AIR 2012: ARCHITECTURAL DISCOURSE Ecknaathh Bala PROGRESS JOURNAL TUTOR: GWYLLIM JAHN

PART 1 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

PART II PROJECT PROPOSAL

08 CASE FOR INNOVATION ARCHITECTURE AS DISCOURSE FOCUS - HEADSPACE 1, FIRST YEAR VIRTUAL DESIGN

59 PROJECT INTERPRETATION PROJECT PROPOSAL THE INNOVATIVE IDEA

10 CASE FOR INNOVATION ARCHITECTURE AS DISCOURSE ~ STATE OF THE ART CHANGI TERMINAL 3 - SOM, WOODHEAD ARCHITECTS, CPG CONSULTANTS CHANEL MOBILE ART PAVILION - ZAHA HADID ARCHITECTS

67 PROJECT DELIVERY PROJECT DEVELOPMENT EVOLUTION OF THE DESIGN SINCE EOI 69 PROJECT PRESENTATION PROPOSED DESIGN THE PROPOSED FINAL DESIGN FOR THE GATEWAY PROJECT

16 CASE FOR INNOVATION COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN SUBTERRAIN - NERI OXMAN 20 ZEITGEIST FUTURE OF COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN PATH TO DISCOVERY 21 SCRIPTING CULTURE CONTEMPORARY SCRIPTING MESONIC FABRICS - BIOTHING, EZIO BLASETTI 25 FURTHER RESEARCH CHOIRS & AUTOGENIC SYSTEMS - EVAN DOUGLIS 32 MATRIX MATRIX OF COMBINATIONS NATURE AND GENERATIVE SYSTEMS 41 REVERSE ENGINEERING SPANISH PAVILION EXPO 2005 HEXAGONAL GRIDS AND INTERDEPENDENT COMPONENTS 49 WEATHERING EFFECTS MATERIAL TESTING NATURE AND GENERATIVE SYSTEMS 51 PROTOTYPE - ASSEMBLY METHODS NATURE AND GENERATIVE SYSTEMS 55 RESEARCH PROJECT CONCLUSION NATURE AND GENERATIVE SYSTEMS

76 PROJECT PROPOSAL CONCLUSION FUTURE OF COMPUTATIONAL

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77 MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY FROZEN SYMPHONY IMAGES OF THE ICE MODEL

PART III LEARNING OUTCOMES & OBJECTIVES 87 PERSONAL BACKGROUND & LEARNING OBJECTIVES PRECONCEIVED NOTION 89 LEARNING PROGRESS CHALLENGES 88 LEARNING OUTCOMES DESIGN EXECUTION & ENGAGING WITH SOFTWARE 90 FUTURE WORK POST COURSE VIEW

EVOLUTIONARY SYNERGISM OF SYSTEMS

Wyndham can be perceived as an organism; which is formed by an intricate agglomeration of interdependent systems. These systems are evolving and restructuring, encoding Wyndhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s identity, that is one of continual development. In order to capture and decode the intricacy, computational design will chiefly be employed as a tool in materializing the ever changing collective identity of Wyndham city promoting its dynamism and growth as an emerging municipality. One which strongly reflects the attributes of the city. By definition a system is a set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole, in particular a set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network, like cells and organs of a organism.

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

My design philosophy is driven by the understanding of what architecture is today. Architecture is derived from Architekton; in Ancient Greek, which translates as the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;master builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. However, its not just the mastery of building buildings but essentially the orchestration and mastery of creativity and its application. Architecture can be perceived as more than just a building. It is art, experience and sign. Designers of today are challenged in how they can interpret it beyond its common perception and how it transcends into the future. It is my goal to explore the representational form of architecture through sculpture, form and art as a means of extending architecture beyond its functional, aesthetic and performative understanding. Thus a solution that is derived and aligned to these ideals will create an interesting and desirable solution.

PROJECT CRITERIA.

INBOUND MELBOURNE TRAFFIC

SITE B

OUR DESIGN TEAMS ASPIRATIONS: INTRICATE / COMPLEX FORMATION OF AN OPEN SYSTEM ESTABLISHING INTERDEPENDENT COMPONENTS CAPTURING COLLECTIVE IDENTITY OF CITY REFLECTION OF CHANGE EVOLVING FORM /EMERGENT/DEGENERATIVE

WYNDHAM CITY’S ASPIRATIONS:

SITE A

EYE-CATCHING ICONIC PROMINENT INNOVATIVE

SITE C

APPEALING PLACE MAKING OPPORTUNITY FOR ENRICHMENT OF THE MUNICIPALITY WITHIN DISCOURSE ENGAGING REFLECTIVE INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC TOWARD THE CITY INBOUND GEELONG TRAFFIC

ASPIRING IMPACTING SCALES 05

ARCHITECTURE AS DISCOURSE

EXPRESSION OF

INTEREST.

HEAD

SPACE

IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO IMAGINE THE FUTURE, DESIGNERS USUALLY HAVE TO EXPLORE ITS VIRTUAL VERSION

DESIGNER

Ecknaathh Bala (Guided by Jesscia Chidester)

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2010

AWARDS & RECOGNITION New York Architectural Film Festival 2010

HeadSpace 1 invited 1st year architecture students to generate ideas and literally place them outside our head.This virtual exercise pushed the boundaries of conventional thought of space in regards to virtual design. This was a basic introduction to computational design. The design was sketched and remodeled and worked over three months. Intensive digital reconstruction and rigorous development of the physical model resulted in a truly unique tessellated virtual model and consequently a fabricated physical model. My concept and ideas were focused on geometry and in particular facetal treatment from different architectural typologies. After careful investigation and sketching and trials of different ideas and designs, a hybrid prototype was conceived.

HeadSpace has received international recognition. HeadSpace was played at the New York Architectural film festival in 2010. It has since become a topic of architectural discourse; looking at forms that may not be buildings but spaces or ideas and its methodology and process of design being a crucial element and aspect of discourse. The ability to change and vary the design with computation enables more design possibilites with in a shorter time frame. Head Space probed the idea of forms that are volumes of virtual space that have been translated into a relative space. The innovation lies behind the translation of ideas and computational design process which are married to create this new direction for design.

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COLLECTIVE

IDENTITY. PROJECT

CHANGI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, TERMINAL 3, SINGAPORE

ARCHITECTS

Skidmore Owings & Merrill, CPG & Woodhead Architects

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2007

AWARDS & RECOGNITION Appeared in the SOM Annual Journal as one of 6 innovative projects Announced as the pioneer of lighting at Future World Lighting Summit, Melbourne 2011 Shortlisted ~ Chicago Anthenaeum Shortlisted ~ American Architecutre Awards

THE MOST FUNDAMENTAL CHALLENGE FOR AN ARCHITECT WHEN DESIGNING CHANGI T3 IS TO EVOKE A SENSE OF PLACE AND TRANSLATE...IT INTO A RELATABLE IDENTITY

CHANGI TERMINAL 3 ~ THE CANOPY ROOF

EXTENDING ARCHITECTURAL DISCOURSE

Changi Airport Terminal 3, designed by Skidmore Owings & Merrill in collaboration with Woodhead Architects and CPG has been internationally acclaimed for its state of the art roof and sublime interior qualities. It is the “first of its kind”, designed parametrically, the series of components that make up the roof is mechanically programmed to filter and manage optimal levels of light within the interior concourse. The roof is essentially made up interdependent panels like components of an organism. This aspect of dynamism and constant change becomes synonymous with the intricacy and complex systems. 919 skylights engulf the terminal with light, ambience, mood, emotion and experience. This aspect of Changi T3 project is of great significance to the Wyndham City Gateway project. The roof reflects the dynamism of the country and its collective identity as an ever changing nation state.

By collaborating the specialized fields of both engineering and architectural investigative research, a more innovative design was achieved, resulting in the Changi Canopy Roof. In addition the innovative design of Changi T3’s canopy as remarked by Matt Findlay at the Future of Lighting Summit 2011, Melbourne “the design considers light as a feature, creating a sense of place”. It has contributed to the architectural discourse by Employing computational techniques and investigative architectural research of light and sun levels to create a unique experience that ultimately created a relatable identity. It has become a model airport for future airports, such as Marakech Intl Airport. Importantly discourse is engaged with regards to the notion of representation and sign in architecture.

Madhavi Tukmur, ‘Indesign’, Raj Nandan, (2009), Issue 37 (p. 75).

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GATEWAY, THE AIRPORT AND WYNDHAM CITY APPROACH ~ GATEWAYS REPRESENTATION The purpose of a Gateway is conventionally functional as a point of entry. However, a gateway can be perceived as being a symbolic, iconic and representational form of a nation, state, and its people with religious and historical attributes. It is also INTERCHANGEABLE with the ideals and concept of a modern airport. Its architecture and internal spaces have to fulfill the scope of a ‘Gateway’. It encompasses the key idea of Identity. The example of Changi T3 as a state of the art project is highly relevant to the Gateway project. It is exemplary of how innovative airport design is suitable to the theme of computation in architecture and in conveying the collective image of a city in its innovative design. By using this method of approach in terms of the concept and the ideals which are interchangeable between the gateway and airport, the notion of the collective identity that the Airport represents is relative to how an installation at a freeway can encapsulate the collective identity of Wyndham city.

ACCORDING TO ROSLER AN AIRPORT’S FUNCTION IS ALSO A REPRESENTATION OF A CITY. Carolyn Lancher, ‘Fernanc Leger, Museum of Modern Art’, B, (1998), (p. 130).

ARCHITECTURE AS DISCOURSE

SHOWCASE. MAKING AN ARCHITECTURAL EVENT POSSIBLE AND ACCESSIBLE TO ALL DOUGLAS BLONSKY - PRESIDENT CENTRAL PARK NEW YORK

PROJECT

CHANEL MOBILE ART PAVILION

ARCHITECTS

Zaha Hadid, Zaha Hadid Architects

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2009

AWARDS & RECOGNITION Published in Wallpaper Magazine, 2010

THE PAVILION ~ CRITICAL ANALYSIS Chanel has been a leading fashion icon for more than 60 years. In commemoration of their 50th anniversary since the release of the 2.55 Chanel bag, they commissioned Zaha Hadid Architects to materialise their vision of a Mobile art pavilion that will showcase contemporary art from all over the world and reinstate, affirm and showcase Chanel as a rejuvenating and reinventing Brand.

BROADENING ARCHITECTURAL DISCOURSE How has the Chanel Mobile Art Pavilion affected the current Architectural Discourse? The pavilion is not a stationary and permanent installation however it is a moving exhibition and it is reassembled wherever possible. It is exemplary of dynamic and resilient architecture. The very notion of its transferability of its 06 material and parts introduces the ideals and pros of fabricated components 03 and positive aspects of computational design with respect to this moving living art form and exhibition. It is “making an architectural event possible and accessible to all” Douglas Blonsky. Blonsky the president of the Central Park Conservancy and Administrator was excited and privileged to host and be apart of this future of fashion, art and architecture. They embraced the idea of being part of history and of this new kind of architecture. Following this similar style of dismantled architecture and the idea of permanency others have followed in this approach such as the Eureka Pavilion, Kew Gardens, by Nex Architecture.

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PERMANENCE. IMPORTANCE OF DISCOURSE ~ REFLECTION

ts intriguing to know that architecture can be more than just a building, its function can be completely different. It can be perceived as art, sign or experience or even a combination of the three. With reference to the lectures it is clearly apparent that discourse is already established. However, its how these projects contribute to discourse, which is of importance. Discourse is not just sparked by innovative projects but it can be applicable to anything that causes dialogue within society. Not just within the architectural academic society, but also the public. Thus the Wyndham City Gateway project must be more than just innovative. Its ideals, concept and ongoing change as an installation either in its physical or conceptual form are key aspects to how it will be received in the eyes of the public and also in discourse

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HOW IS THIS BENEFIT AL TO WYNDHAM CITY ?

Permanency as something of great importance, thus it is highly essential that the Gateway project unlike the Chanel Pavilion is site specific and sensitive to its location, secondly the idea of making an architectural event possible to all would be a interesting idea in relation to discourse, thinking outside of conventional means. Could this installation for Wyndham city be digitally promoted through its documentation of its emergent evolution of its systems as a study?

[FOR] CASE INNOVATION

COMPUTATION N ARCHITECTURE

NATURAL ENGINEERING

PROJECT

SUBTERRAIN

DESIGNER

NERI OXMAN

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2007

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

EXHIBITED AT MOMA, NEW YORK

PIONEERING INNOVATION Neri Oxman’s investigation and experimentation project named Subterrain is focused on examining the physical features of a terrain and express the distribution and magnitude of forces and the way in which it is formed. By studying 2D tissue samples from animals, Oxman then reconstructed them digitally and by applying a computational techniques, Oxman created prototypes by computing hypothetical physical responses. Informed by the analysis resulting in laminated structural composites which respond to given ranges of energy and loading conditions. The emerging scientific insight into simulation of material formation may have potential implications for tissue fabrication and “natural engineering” of larger material complexes such as a building’s skeleton. Neri Oxman is internationally recognized for extending the architectural discourse with her work in the field of “Natural Artifice” exploring the interface of design, computer science, structural engineering and biology with the aim of re-fabricating natural forms in a way that reflects their underlying physics.

SUBTERRAIN - HER WORK ATTEMPTS TO INTEGRATE SCIENTIFIC PRINCIPLES AND ADVANCES IN MODERN BIOLOGY ENGINEERING AND COMPUTATION WITHIN GENERATIVE PROCESSES OF DESIGN MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - MEDIA LAB 18

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SCRIPTING ZEITGEIST

COMPUTATION IN ARCHITECTURE

ZEITGEIST. the future of computational design

IS COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN AND SCRIPTING A PASSING STYLE? After analyzing Oxman’s work and looking at how she has employed computational design in her work, it is clear that the future of computational design is promising.

Oxman has used scripting as a tool in particular looking at emergent forms especially in the Subterrain to remap and reconstruct the magnitude and direction of the forces in the terrain. The possibility that she may have used Odeon to explore the forces of these magnitudes in the emergent extrusions in Subterrain is evident. This technique can satisfy the Gateway project by creating a design that is eye-cathcing and reflective of the municipality creating discourse and enrichment of Wyndham city. Oxmans’s projects and research based experiments are a case for innovation and are only achievable through computational design and a understanding of parametric methods. This aspect of innovation in terms of computation design is really important for the gateway project. Specifically looking at the processing of information as a study of Wyndham’s systems and reconstructing it could be of significant direction in terms of an approach for the design of the installation.

WHAT DO WE MAKE OF COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN? Mark Burry seems to have shed some light on this pressing issue as part of architectural discourse. Scripting is “for a voyage of discovery reaching beyond analogue processes; capturing material logic and computing performance; being playful; exploiting generative processes; seeking deeper access to the imagination; engaging with complexity; inducing rapid iteration and variation; grappling with the performative; toying with the unexpected and delving into the unknown; being forced to be explicit; discovering novelty; localizing intelligence; investigating self-organization principles; studying phenomena” it underlining the potential of computational techniques that are the new frontier of design. Although I am still new to this new language of design and creation in architecture, I feel that there is much potential and discovery in this field of architecture.

SINCE THE CULTURES OF SCRIPTING ARE EVOLVING THEY ARE NOT YET FULLY FORMED CORE DESIGN CONSTRUCTS, HENCE MY INVESTIGATION INTO CULTURES RATHER THAN PROBING INTO ‘SCRIPTING’ AS IF IT WERE SOME KIND OF ZEITGEIST MOVEMENT). Mark Burry, ‘Scripting Cultures: Architectural Design and Programming (Chichester: Wiley), B, (2011), (p. 49)

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PARAMETRIC MODELLING

SCRIPTING

CULTURE. PROJECT

MESONIC FABRICS

DESIGNER

EZIO BLASETTI, BIOTHING

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2007/09

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

RECOGNIZED AS WORKS OF LEADING SCRIPTORS, MARK BURRAY AD MAGAZINE

CONTEMPORARY SCRIPTING CULTURES

HOW DOES SCRIPTING CONCERN THE GATEWAY

Mesonic Fabrics is a project that embodies an overlapping employment of a number of scripting cultures and design philosophies. The design intent was to investigate and experiment ways of scripting toward a solution or an ‘answer’ as their intent “in order to develop structural systems for roof conditions”. However their application of algorithmic logic in scripting has lead to discovery of new emergent patterns within generative systems as well.

Looking at generative systems and emergent patterns, as seen in Ezio Basletti’s work not only explores structural trajectories for roof conditions, but also enables more possibilities in design beyond our imagination. By establishing means in digital computation and embracing parametric capabilities and in particular scripting cultures, the Gateway for Wyndham City can be explored in a manner that will create more innovative design outcomes which respond to the requirements and expectations of the Wyndham city council. Specifically the way in which the EMF field is used a data which is fed in, generating a system and forms that are materialized based on those specific data.This is applicable to how we may process the information researched from Wyndham city in generating an installation that has its form which is based on parameters derived from Wyndham’s annual consensus data. The data can be manipulated by adjusting the parameters completely altering designs and generating multiple possiblites.

UNDER THE HAMMER ~ DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

AN ALGORITHMIC UNDERSTANDING OF CREATIVITY - THAT THE ACT IS NOT A FLASH IN THE DARK, A BLESSING FROM HEAVEN BUT THE RESULT OF HARD RIGOROUS THOUGHT WHICH CAN IN MANY PARTS BE REPRESENTED ALGORITHMICALLY - THAT IS THE IMPORTANT STEP. RIGHT NOW, SCRIPTING IS A VERY USEFUL PARADIGM BUT IT IS NOT EXCLUSIVELY SO. TOM KVAN - DEAN ARCHITECTURE, THE MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY Mark Burry, ‘Scripting Cultures: Architectural Design and Programming (Chichester: Wiley), B, (2011), (p. 47

Ezio Blasetti’s design philosophy is largely focused on research and investigative ways and experimentation in finding innovative solutions to current problems. Principle “focus on the generative potential of computational systems for design”. Blassetti’s main interest is in identifying innovative use of systems through a very logical algorithmic approach. He doesn’t use scripting as a means of “I know how to” as mentioned in Burry’s ‘Scripting Cultures’. His very application of scripting is purposeful. As a computational designer they have not invented this particular scripting approach. However, within this scripting culture designers are dependent on a optimistic outlook on scripting as a new TOOL. Its potentials and possibilities are still being investigated and explored, it is a very useful paradigm.

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EZIO BLASETTI FURTHER

RESEARCH SCRIPTING, ENABLES COMPUTER PROGRAMMING TO BE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE DESIGN PROCESS. IT OPENS UP A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR INNOVATION, ALLOWING THE DESIGNER TO CUSTOMIZE THE SOFTWARE AROUND THEIR OWN APPROACH. SCRIPTING LIBERATES DESIGNING BY AUTOMATING MANY ROUTINE ASPECTS AND REPETITIVE ACTIVITIES OF THE DESIGN PROCESS. IT HAS MANY BENEFICIAL ATTRIBUTES TO THIS APPROACH TO DIGITAL COMPUTATION. IT IS BEING EXPLORED CORROBORATIVELY WITH EMERGING DIGITAL FABRICATION TECHNOLOGIES. HOWEVER, MANY DESIGNERS ARE HESITANT TO USE AND ENGAGE IN THIS TYPE OF COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN.

FURTHER RESEARCH

ORNAMENT &

STRUCTURE PROJECT

CHOICE RESTAURANT + BAKERY, BROOKLYN, NEW YORK

DESIGNER

EVAN DOUGLIS

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2007

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

ACADIA award

LEADER IN CONTEMPORARY SCRIPTING Evan Douglis can be seen as a pioneer of this new era of extreme computational control. The image above captures one of his acclaimed work ‘ Choir’ a restaurant in Brooklyn, New York. The design is ornamental yet experimenting and exploring the relationship between structure and ornament. This is one of many cases of his research based contemporary scripting as a means of direction toward optimal design.

AUTOGENIC STRUCTURES ~ DIRECTION FOR EOI

MOON JELLY AUTOGENIC STRUCTURES” OFFERS AN ALTERNATIVE VISION FOR THE FUTURE OF ARCHITECTURE, A TIMELY AND INVALUABLE CONTRIBUTION TO THE DEBATE CONCERNING EMERGENT SURFACES AND THE NEXT GENERATION OF BUILDING MEMBRANES IN THIS ERA OF EXTREME COMPUTATIONAL CONTROL

Autogenic Structures is the title of his latest publication. It engages with those curious about the visionary approach to architecture. The book mainly looks at the future relationship between structure and ornament; the value of mass customization for the next generation of modular building components; and, the role of smart materials in creating a sustainable universe. These issues are of interest to our Group. Douglis’ work epitomizes our visions and design approach for the Gateway Design Project for Werribee. His design philosophy is centred upon an alternative vision for the future of architecture. And a city like Wyndham, should be interested in the future and especially showcasing it self through its Gateway as an emerging municipality in Victoria.

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SUMMARY OF PRECEDENTS

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CHANGI T3 Representation of the airport as a notion of signage The interchangeable ideals of airport and gateway The collective identity and place making within the design

SUMMARY Part I ~ case for innovation conclusion

o.2

CHANEL PAVILION Permanency as a approach and design consideration Prefabrication and assembly as means of efficiency Site specificity & relatability to location

The precedents were chosen specifically as they possessed qualities namely, approach in thinking about ideals, concepts, innovation in general and strengths of computational design. The diagram below explains the process and ideas behind the case for innovation The key aspects of these precedents will be processed are essential in developing solutions that reflect Wyndham goals aspirations. Thus the selected innovative projects are to be considered as projects that set a bench mark for this project in achieving similar or better results.

o.3

SUBTERRAIN The analysis of natural phenomena and reapplication to Structural possibilities Employment of scripting as a tool Scope of possibilities and outcomes expanded upon

o.4

MESONIC FABRICS Design philosophy - looking at resolving problems through Logic of algorithmic exploration Resolving and discovering new means of structural application & technology

DESIGN DIRECTION

EMERGING DESIGN DIRECTION GENERAL THEME

NATURE

INTEREST EMERGENCE / DIVERGENCE SPECIFIC INTEREST

SELF ORGANIZATION OF STRUCTURES WITHIN NATURAL PHENOMENA

CONCEPT INTEGRATION

SYSTEMS OF WYNDHAM BASED ON SELF ORGANIZATION

The design direction for the Wyndham City Gateway project is focused on nature as a theme. Within nature there are specific areas of interest to this project. Firstly the divergence and emergence within nature, that can be seen in formations of animal groups and species, but also with the dynamic make up of these organisms. The composition of these organisms are complex and reflect structural organization. With regards to the design concept, and Wyndham being perceived as an organism, the structural formation of the installation would be a key aspect to the design direction. By studying natural occurrences such as those on the right we are given more insight into how these organisms organise their structures. They reveal highly complex relationships between components within their operating systems. Essentially it would be ideal to explore this intricate relationship within the systems that operate within Wyndham City. This will not be a literal approach rather, an insightful visual transcript of how Wyndham evolves as an organism. The examples on the right are all coral species. They demonstrate a cohesive agglomeration of components that form the coral overall distinct shape and emergent forms. They have porous interiors almost bone like. The cavities and redundant spaces within the complex structure occur due to the changes and evolving nature of coral. This sheds light on how the systems work. When one system fails another replaces it, resulting in variegating components of different attributes but are interdependent on each other to sustain. This is a current topic of interest in the academic society. It was published in the AD magazine of such research being conducted pertaining self organization within nature as being the frontier and search for new structural possibilities. This would be a beneficial direction for the Gateway project. Using computational design as a means of exploring uncharted areas within design and technology would be a desirable and most definite course for the project.

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biological self-organization of systems proceeds from small, simple components that are assembled together to form larger structures that have emergent properties and behavior, which in turn, self assemble into more complex structures.

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DESIGN THEME

RESEARCH PROJECT CUT. MATRIX OF POSSIBILITIES. MATRIX LOGIC The Matrix is a really good example of the range of possibilities that can be generated from an input, associative and output definition within grasshopper. The exploration of their possible outcomes highlights the feasibility and pros of computational design as a efficient means of design generation. The possibilities generated from the combination of input, associative and output definitions have countless variations and combinations, altering the design just by changing a parameter within the definition. The purpose of the Matrix is to highlight the capability for change and search for optimal design candidates within a prescribed set of definitions. By increasing the pool of definitions, the wider the pool of outcomes will be produced. However by having limited definitions by nature of selection the more selective and specific design solutions will be created.

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MATRIX OF COMBINATIONS

SGAP3 V1

SGAP4 V1

SGCA1 V1

SGCA2 V1

SGIS3 V1

SGIS4 V1

SGAP3 V2

SGAP4 V2

SGCA1 V2

SGCA2 V2

SGIS3 V2

SGIS4 V2

SGMF1 V1

SGMF2 V1

SGMM3 V1

SGMM4 V1

SGST1 V1

SGST2 V1

SGMF2 V2

SGMM3 V2

SGMM4 V2

SGST1 V2

SGST2 V2

SGMF1 V2

SURFACE GRIDS

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MATRIX OF COMBINATIONS

SGUS3 V1

USAP1 V1

USAP2 V1

USCA3 V1

USCA4 V1

USIS1 V1

SGUS3 V2

USAP1 V2

USCA3 V2

USCA4 V2

USIS1 V2

USIS2 V1

USMF3 V1

USMM1 V1

USMM2 V1

USST3 V1

USST4 V2

USIS2 V2

USMF3 V2

USMM1 V2

USMM2 V2

USST3 V2

USST4 V2

SURFACE NORMALS

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selection methods and processes

CRITERION NOT MET FUNCTIONAL DRUVEN DESIGN

SEARCH PROCESS

SELECTION BY CRITERIA

CRITERION MET

SGMF1 V2

SGMM3 V2

USMM2 V2

SGUS3 V2

USAP1 V2

SGST2 V2

SGAP4 V2

OPTIMAL

SGCA2 V2

USCA3 V1

SEARCH PROCESS

DESIGN INTEREST

Similarly to Kalay’s principles and methods of computer aided design and in particular the 2 steps of search process selection occurred unconsciously. It was necessary to produce candidate solutions for consideration so as to widen the pool of design outcomes, but also in order to search toward optimal design possibilities. Choosing the right design solution for consideration and further development can only be done when a certain degree of exploration has been undertaken. After completing 90 definitions and exploring 2 variations of each by playing around with the sliders and variables we were able to undertake a breath approach in selecting and narrowing our choice of candidate solutions.

Our groups design intent is focused on natural occurrences/ phenomena and we are interested in emergent forms and generative systems. Hence the chosen candidate solution was an investigation of independent cell like organisms or components that forms more than just a skin but a structural like component. Thus creating a criteria is essential to the selection of the design candidate solution and also keeping in mind of the Wyndham city brief and requirements that need to be satisfied.

BREATH SEARCHING

RELATION TO THE WYNDHAM CITY GATEWAY PROJECT

The above variational exploration is an example of a search process known as a Breath first method which is relative to the exploration of a multiple of candidate solutions and narrowing the most optimal to their logical conclusion. This method enabled us to explore more avenues for design outcomes as such. This method allows a more logical and focused investigation of all candidate solutions seeking their potential design solutions before commencing further exploration.

AESTHETIC DRIVEN DESIGN

USIS2 V2

SGIS3 V2

USST3 V2

USST4 V2

USAP1 V2

USIS1 V2

SGCA1 V1

SELECTION METHOD AND LOGIC

In regards to the EOI, it is important to understand that the search process for the Gateway project for Wyndham city can produce more optimal outcomes and design solutions. Depending on the search method as specified by Kalay’s reading it is apparent that computational design has much more innovative and possible candidate solutions for consideration.

Following Kallay’s selection method we tabulated all the combinations knowing their variations we can graph them based on the criteria we have selected for this project and the types of design as learned in the guest lecture. By assessing each combination by their aesthetic, functional and optimal design vs criteria we can search and select the design that is toward a more optimal outcome. In terms of the EOI Wyndham city gateway project will benefit by looking toward using this approach and selection method.

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MATRIX OF COMBINATIONS MATRIX OF COMBINATIONS

MATRIX OF COMBINATIONS

EXTENDING

The candidate solution is based on Boolean patterning, attractor points associative, extrusion output and an addition of rotate 3D to shift of into a different plane. The result is conglomeration of prismic columns that fluctuate in height and density according to the slider input.

POSSIBILITIES

When adding a 3D rotate to the CUT definition the angle of the rotation governs the origin points of the these columns, shifting then down.

The final outcome resulted in individual components supporting each other like an organism. The cut definition has been recreated to incorporate structural conditions.

SEARCH PROCESS This search process revolves around the breadth methodology. After several possible ways of exploring the candidate solution before taking to its logical solution. This particular solution chosen was relevant to the EOI and the Gateway Project. Not only did it satisfy our criteria but it also displayed the qualities and attributes that we were looking for in the design. We are looking at single independent components that are dependent on other independent components to create a super bioorganism that is like a structural skin. Our explorations are similar to that of the Giants Causeway, a natural geological volcanic formation that is an extraordinary structural mound. This could be a relative direction for the project.

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CASE STUDY ANALYSIS

CASE STUDIES de YOUNG MUSEUM

HILLS PLACE

ARTICULATED CLOUD

AOBA TEI

HERZOG & DE MEURON

AMANDA LEVETTE ARCHITECTS

NED KAHN

HITOSHI ABE

The De Young Museum has a thin metallic frame skin that wraps around the building which is almost transparent through the use of prefabricated panels which are produced through the means computational design and specifically employing the use of image source file and perforations to create an intriguing textured and patterned facade. This allowed the Herzog and Meuron to adjust the pixel density of the image source file to alter the appatures in the panels affecting the levels of light penetration into the building and also transparency. This technique employed in this particular project is not considered as part of our groups direction or interest for the Wyndham City gateway project. However, the exploration and execution of weathering and time is an interesting and relative aspect to further investigate as part of CUT~develop

Hills Place, by Amanda Levette Architects is an example of successful integration of computational techniques and a post modern style within an urban context. Using simple parameters and computing tools Amanda Levette architects had managed to create a very experiential space nestled in a London Lane way amongst quite historic contextual surrounding. Another innovative aspect of this project was the use of ship hull technology and its materiality which reflects a great understanding of the use of materials and their effects. The aluminum reflects light and accentuates the sky down upon Oxford street. Furthermore, the pocket windows that capture light from outside engulfs the interior with ample sublime qualitiy of light.

Articulated cloud is of great interest.The very nature of the installation can be reverse engineered using grasshopper and kangaroo to remodel the kinetics and physical movement of these panels. However, Ned Kahns installation though beautiful is not really parametric in the sense of its application of parameters and control. The panels are created and mass produced, and each panel is installed with flexibility to move freely of the swivel joint, thus when the wind blows it generates the movement and force of the wind through the structure through consecutive waves and ripples. This is something to reflect upon as to the extent and application of computation in the design. Its not processing data but rather just reflecting real time wind movement.

The AboTei building is simple yet quite effective, the appatures and light penetration contributes to the sense of mood and emotion within the building. An image sampler would have been employed digitally as the grasshopper definition in creating this particular treatment to surface. However, the effects that are intended or the experiences generated is quite essential to the design outcome. Its important to note that it is a tool to envision your concept and ideals, ideas that make up the design. Parametrics alone cannot produce a concept and fuel the design process entirely. It is a chiefly used as a tool in achieving results unattainable or inefficient by other means. This would definitely be something to take into account in the design of the Wyndham City Gateway project.

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CASE STUDY ANALYSIS

REVERSE ENGINEERING EXPLORATION WITH CURRENT DEFINITION

SELCTION AND CHOICE

HONEYCOMB. PROJECT

SPANISH PAVILION

DESIGNER

FOREIGN ARCHITECT OFFICE

YEAR OF COMPLETION

2005

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

WORLD EXPOSITION, NAGOYA

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After analyzing and looking at the numerous case studies it was decided that the Spanish Pavilion Expo in Nagoya by Foreign Architects Office would be most the appropriate choice and focus for the re-engineering Cut project.The hexagonal components that make up the facade relates to our interests of independent cells that are interdependent to create a super structure. It relates to emergence, natural biological systems that naturally have hexagonal shapes in nature.

With the current definition I can only increase the size of the hexagrid and the sizes of the cuts. I am also able to reposition or create openings anywhere on the surface. With the extrude output Im able to extrude the entire surface however, the detail and pattern disappears with increase of height. This prompted me to take this definition further and to explore other potential with its capabilities.

APPROACH The first step was to analyze how the building in this case facade worked. What were the elements and components that made up the facade and how did it interact structurally if necessary to reconstruction digitally. I realized that the facade was made up by irregular hexagons that connected perfectly at the joints and must have been created digitally in the same manner. Thus I figured that there must be a logical way in which the reverse engineering of this project can be conducted. I utilized grasshopper to be the interface to recreate this facade digitally.

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RE-ENGINEERED. METHOD To begin I used the Hexagrid component in grasshopper to define a grid made up of hexagons. This was a start and basic reconstruction of the case study. The actual case study has irregular hexagons but perfectly fit and the joins to make a very clean facade. However I was unsure of how to recreate 6 different hexagons that can fit together and cohesively build a facade. After that I wanted to create the cut outs in the individual hexagons. To do this I added a List Tool component and a Branch Tool, to a param viewer. With these components I was able to select which row and column I was to cut our off. It gave me great control and flexibility in adjusting and recreating the exact facade. In order to make the cut outs I connected the outputs of the above mentioned components to offset components to create a cut out.

Once I had done that step I progressed in extruding the faรงade and the hexagons by filtering the components into the output extrude. After extruding the surfaces I had to cap it so that it will have a clean finish on top. Then I did a surface difference and connected into a Brep. This process had allowed me to recreate and conduct a successful reverse engineering of the Spanish Pavilion 2005 Expo in Nagoya. The 2d drawing produced in Rhino highlights the similar if not close geometry and characteristics of the original design. However I would like to explore in refining the definition so that it is simple and not confusing or have superfluous components. . I had used the previous definitions that I had used for the matrix in conjunction with other component to result in the desired definition.

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EMERGING DESIGN DIRECTION

RECONSTRUCTION

The Spanish pavilion has an aspect of transparency in regards to its design.The appetures allow light and air and weather to penetrate the structure and also allows a certain engagement with the atmosphere. This would be a point of reference for the Wyndham city Project integrating air and the atmosphere as part of the design intent.

After completing a prototype I embarked on reorienting it to the Z axis and attempted to recreate to the best of my ability the actual pattern of the facade. The definition gives me great flexibility tin adjusting the hexagons thus I could manipulate the faรงade quite easily.

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DEVELOP-CUT

EXPLORATION design explorations for project cut

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EXPLORATION AND SELECTION Explorations of the case study resulted in several iterations. These modular hexagonal prisms represent the cell like biology of systems. Similarly to what our interest and aspirations of creating formations of interdependent components in installation. However, we are not satisfied with these results as they are still not meeting our set criteria of complexity. We endeavour to create more intricate structures that have emergent and divergent qualities.

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With the given time frame, the approach to the design proposal through the prototype is of more significance than the design aspect for the prototype.The media of ice seemed to be an interesting choice of material to experiment with. The hexagonal extrusions seen in fig o.2 limits further exploration with regards to agglomeration. The extrusions can only go in one axis, namely Z. This is not desirable

This design was dynamic in the sense that it can be arranged in to any form or position with other identical components creating variations and complexity. This was a desirable outcome with respect to the criteria and what it could mean for the installation. This was an approach rather than an outcome. It has potential to grow into something more resolved. At this stage of the EOI it is about creating a strong approach that will satisfy the brief requirements.

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MATERIAL EFFECTS

WEATHERING

EFFECTS

2 MATERIALITY AND THE EFFECTS OF AIR After fabricating a Perspex prototype y for experimentation, it was subjected to the heat as a substitute for acid rain and weathering effects that simulate the disintegration of materials under chemicals in the air. The heat simulates a rapid acceleration of this effect. This is particularly interesting in showing the effects of time.The prototype is deformed displaying very intriguing form and complex material composition. As seen in the vector drawings on the opposite page. The strength of the material also reflects the nature of the degradation and the way in which it reacts and rearranges its structural composition. This informed further design process in the selection of materials for the final proposal.

FABRICATED FORM

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DEFORMED FORM

The next Prototype was casted from the moulds in the fabricated material. Wax was used to fill the moulds. The wax was brittle and delicate, fragile and heat sensitive. The addition of heat began to rapidly dissipate the form of the prototype back into its liquid form. With an open expanse area, direct sunlight can warp and deform material and even the temperature in the air can cause deformation.These experiments are interesting in how weathering effects which have been simulated in accelerating these effects with regards to time. It demonstrates what effects the possible design outcomes may have.

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PROTOTYPE - ASSEMBLY

PROTOTYPE X PROJECT

WYNDHAM CITY GATE WAY

DESIGNER

ECKNAATHH BALA, ZIGGYTECTS

SIL

FORMWORK, PINKYSIL INFILL

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PINKYSIL MOULD

ICE MODELS

VALIDITY AND INNOVATION

CONSTRUCTION OF PROTOTYPE X

The chosen design displays both ornament and pattern, it has the capability for performance and further potential to grow and become a more optimal solution for Wyndham city. It can be stacked and arranged in any form or manner. This aspect of the prototype would be the strength and direction for the final proposal. The dissipation and gradual degradation of the material will demonstrate the intricacy of Wyndhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s systems and also reflect the nature of the Municipality. The ever changing state of the installation would represent the collective identity of Wyndham.

The prototype was laser cut in layers and reassembled to its original form. In order to create Ice models, a cast had to be made that would become the mould for the ice prototypes. The fabricated model was placed in form work then filled with silicon composite, pinkysil. The pinkysil dried immediately, leaving a flexible silicone mould. The silicone, being partially fluid in substance flowed into the imperfections of the fabricated wood layers. This in turn created a very porous and imperfect ice Prototypes. This highlighted the need for proper selection of materials to ensure perfect construction and finish of the installation.

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INFLUENCE OF AIR

MATERIAL

EFFECTS. DYE AND ICE After producing prototype X, further explorations were conducted after feedback and evaluation had been given. Using dye within the construction process specifically the freezing process allowed a beautiful occurrence or phenomena to occur, as the dye are frozen in pockets within the ice the expansion and spread of the dye within the melted fluids from the ice does not occur until the pockets are degenerated and gaps transport the colour through out the form through chanels and microscopic chanels within the grooves of the ice.

CHANGE, TIME AND AIR The series of images on the left display the changes in the model with time.The influence of air is associated with temperature, wind and chemicals in the air that would cause such deterioration over time. STUDIOAIR 2012

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COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

COMPETITIVE

ADVANTAGE. THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE Wyndham City will greatly benefit from this approach, for their Gateway at the Western Exchange. The design approach that has directed the project has drawn upon key aspects from the precedents mentioned. Thus becoming a hybrid approach that will be innovative and conceptually beneficial for Wyndham’s long term goals. Our design philosophy will bring forth a diverse rage of possibilities and search for the most appropriate and fitting solution for Wyndham City. The application of specific aspects from the cases of innovation support the notion of computational design as a chief component in the design process. To elaborate, the Canopy of Changi T3 is an exemplary case of a innovative project that has captured the collective identity of the city with its dynamic and ever changing roof. Its panels similarly represent the many systems and components that make up the city as a whole. Thus becoming an effective sculptural yet functional aspect of the terminal. In order to capture Wyndham’s identity within an installation a similar approach will be employed in capturing the identity of the city and its people. Something that is essential to upholding the core values of the municipality through a relatable identity. Secondly, Neri Oxman’s subterrain is another case that is particular relevant in regards to how information is analyzed and then reconstructed into a 3dimensional form applicable to structural formations and self organizations of systems. Thirdly the Mesonic fabrics demonstrates how particular information and data such as EMF patterns can inform the form and structure which is relevant in attaining a structural form for the installation which is based on information of the various systems that make up Wyndham city as an organism. Thus parametric modeling and scripting is a tool in the design process that is vital in achieving the desirable effects and creating a live time installation that feeds of information of Wyndham city to materialise a dynamic installation. The Research project revealed great potential in further exploration, the ice model, in particular reflected how intricacy and the complexity of such components of an installation interact with beautiful decay and degenerative processes.

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PROJECT PROPOSAL.

PROJECT PROPOSAL

SYNERGISM OF SYSTEMS. PROJECT

WYNDHAM CITY GATEWAY

DESIGNER

ECKNAATHH BALA, ZIGGYTECTS

CLIENT

design proposal

WYNDHAM CITY MUNICIPALITY

CITY OF MELBOURNE

WYNDHAM CITY

The proposition of an ice installation will be an annual event in the Wyndham City’s yearly calendar. The installation will materialize and capture the evolving identity of Wyndham City. Its purpose is to reveal a relatable identity for the people and the municipality giving its own distinct code and pattern in a 3 dimensional form. Ice becomes a media for exploring and decoding the intricacy of Wyndham’s systems. It will generate a unique experience that can be seen from passing vehicles or through a multimedia interface, extending Wyndham’s identity beyond its rural scales. The form which is generated by a rule based algorithm, organizes the Archimedian solids which are interdependent components that will become the prominent form in representing the systems comprised within Wyndham’s network. The idea is not to create a new identity, but rather reveal an existing image of Wyndham City hidden within its intricate complex network of systems that make up its collective identity. Something unique only to the region. Its divergent and emergent traits will promote the dynamism and growth of Wyndham as an emerging municipality, one which strongly reflects the attributes of the city. Its documented gradual deformation and dissipation will become an event to be reflected upon.

The proposition of an ice installation will be an annual event in the Wyndham City’s yearly calendar. The installation will materialize and capture the evolving identity

WESTERN EXCHANGE, PRINCESS HWY

GEELONG PORT PHILLIP BAY

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DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

DESIGN PROGRESSION From the EOI submission, prototype X has evolved into something completely different. With the same ideals and approach a more ingenuative form was sought after. Retaining the precedent of hexagonal form within the design was based on research pertaining structural form within natural occurrences. Hexagonal patterns emerge within structural systems in nature, being a very stable form. This became a reference point for extending the design further with this knowledge. Archimedian solids became of interest as they were able to be packed by face, becoming an agglomerative. Using Geo gym, It was ascertained that multiple solids and forms can be produced.

DIRECTION AND CRITERIA Following the criteria was of importance and this impacted the design process. The ability to pack solids in to confined spaces and the ability to create any bounding shape to which these solids are bounded within was of interest. Fig o.2 demonstrate this. This gave way to agglomerated forms and complex formations. IT related to the individual criteria set. We accomplished in creating agglomerated forms that work in unison to create a representation of the systems operating within Wyndham city.

DESIGN INTENT Despite discovery a way in which to agglomerate these forms, It was too uniform and the complexity of these structures became less appealing. An attempt to use the program Rabbit for grasshopper was a failure. The intent was to create basic 3d Lsystems within Rabbit as a reference geometry for the polygon packing systems component in Geo Gym. However, it was unsuccessful. Thus another approach in creating more interesting complex forms was undertaken. Looking at removing volumes from the Archimedian shapes was the next step in the design process. After which followed by looking using two Archimedian solids to create a agglomerated form. This proved most successful in adhering to the criteria and brief set bey the municipality . fig. o.5 and o.6 shows the inverted mass forms created by removing the volumes of each solid.The result was beautiful forms that represented the unique connections, networks, relationships intricacy and complex synergism of the components.

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PROPOSED DESIGN

PROPOSED DESIGN OUTCOME

DESIGN SELECTION ~ CRITERIA The design selection was based on the individual criteria that was stated at the beginning of the EOI. The design had initially been generated from one form, the truncated octahedron. That method had proved more successful in producing a 1:50 scale model. However it was uniform and did not possess complexity in the arrangement of its form. This urged for a more in depth resolution in how the arrangement and components can become more complex.This would essentially answer the brief as a representation of the systems and promotion of Wyndham City as a multilayerd dynamic municipality. The current proposal already embodies complexity, its agglomeration answers individual criteria of interdependent components. It also demonstrates the emergent and divergent qualities present in digital simulations of growth and dissipation by adjusting parameters pertaining its agglomeration. Its materiality would add further to the complex, intricate attributes that will satisfy the individual criteria.

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT Instead of using one Archimedian solid, exploration in using more compatible solids for agglomeration was undertaken. The truncated octahedron and the Truncated tetrahedron was discovered to create interesting agglomerative form. They packed almost perfectly, each supporting one another. This arrangement created a self supporting structure and began to embody the aspects of self organization and emergence. After which, the application of shelling to the forms by removing mass and volume created a wire framed form. One which really represented and evoked the networks and connections of the systems within Wyndham more effectively. The shelling transformed the aesthetic, and made the simple form into a complex structure, revealing the relationships between connections and joints. This had really addressed the personal criteria and also meeting the aspirations of Wyndham city municipality.

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SITE PLAN

WYNDHAM CITY GATEWAY

PROJECT

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SITE PLAN ANALYSIS PROJECT

WYNDHAM CITY GATEWAY

LOCATION

WESTERN EXCHANGE,WERRIBEE

SITE PLAN

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ORIENTATION OF INSTALLATION After careful consideration it was ascertained that the best position for the installation would be centralised upon the mound of site A. There are several reasons for doing so. Firstly the central location provides more opportunity for the installation to grow over a long period of time. Secondly, It takes key advantage of the high ground as a means of amplifying its presence and prominence on the site. It should represent the strong qualities of the municipality in its positioning on the site.

SOUTH EASTERLY WINDS FROM PORT PHILLIP BAY

RATE OF DISSIPATION If positioned at site A as seen in fig. o.1 it will be facing the south easterly winds. These winds are prominent wind direction/movement for Victoria, as sourced from the Bureau of Meteorology. This indicates that salt and harsh winds from this bearing will cause the most dissipation at this part of the installation. Thus travellers inbound for Melbourne will experience the most extravagant and drastic changes that Wyndham has to offer. This highlights the dynamic rate of change of the installation with respect to the weather/climate of site.

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KEY VIEWS/PERSPECTIVES The key views as seen in Fig. o.2, have been chosen accordingly with respect to wind movements pertaining the most obvious rates of change in the installation. These views are also views that are seen from respective inbound and outbound traffic. It will also be expanded upon over the years as the installation grows further.

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INBOUND KEY VIEW/PERSPECTIVE OUTBOUND KEY VIEW/PERSPECTIVE

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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

JOINERY OF STEEL COMPONENTS SECTION THROUGH MOULD METAL FRAME (ETFE)

FILL CAP

CONNECTION OF STEEL MOULDS MOULD PART A

COMPONENT A

STEEL RIVET CONNECTION RIVETED CONNECTIONS

COMPONENT A

HOLLOW SPACE, WATER INFILL

WELDED JOINT

ETFE INFLATED INTERIOR BUFFER

SECTION THROUGH STEEL MOULD

CONNECTION BETWEEN COMPONENTS

The mould will be fabricated into steel parts, these parts will be assembled in two phases. The interior will have inflatable ETFE as a current material till a biodegradable safe material can be found that dissipates after the casting has been completed. The ETFE will have a skeletal steel frame to support the shape and create a hollow interior. The interior of the mould will be layered with freezing units and coiled that will be activated on site. These units will remain till the ICE has completely melted.

Working with steel gives high flexibility in terms of its application and resolution to structural connections. By studying aircraft technology, they have employed rivets to their joints and connections through the aircraft. These rivets are double layered and are air tight. Meaning to say that there is no escape of pressure and water outgress. With this in mind a pressure valve would be situated at the Fill cap at the top of each component allowing pressure to be released from the expanding fluid in super cool temperatures.

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CONSTRUCTION LOGIC

CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

RULE BASED FORM

DIGITAL MODELING

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT

CONSTRUCTION PROCESS

The design had to be explored further. Simple polygon packing only resolved simple agglomerative patterns, but could not attempt to take on more challenging forms. Such forms that could be easily generated with scripting, enabling the form to become much more complex. With the packing of these forms, manual packing is not a feasible and time efficient process. With the given time frame and algorithmic logic was applied as a basic parametric solution to the form of the Gateway. By applying a marriage of systems and construction logic, and rule based algorithm was developed that enabled the formation of the components in 3dimensional form. The Algorithm gave way to holes, niches and a complex labyrinth of networks.

Construction of the installation commences with the finished digitally modeled design. The files are given to a material supplier whom will produce the fabricated materials according to design specifications. The fabricated moulds will then be transported to the site. The moulds measure 2.5m in diameter, meaning that transportation should not be an issue as trucks width is 3.6 m. After transportation cranes and cherry pickers will be hired to aid the installation of these moulds which will be done manually with riveted joints. After assembling the installation water trucks will fill the moulds up. The Cooler coils installed within each mould will be the cooling element for ice formation. After a period of time the moulds will be removed by faces, leaving the ice within it as the Installation.

POST PREFABRICATION TRANSPORTATION

ASSEMBLY OF STEEL MOULDS

RULE BASED ALGORITHM The design had to b

FILLING MOULDS WITH WATER

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FABRICATION OF KEY ELEMENT IN MODEL

POSITIVE & NEGATIVE MOULDS

In order to produce the Final model, intensive trials, tests and modeling of joints and construction elements had to be conducted. The first attempt was to layer the model as a fabricated positive cast. This did not work particularly very well as the form of the layered model was not angled deforming the entire shape.

I realized that it was necessary to create a positive mould to create a negative cast that would be the mould for the final product.This would be a tedious method, but ensures that a very accurate production of the digital model is materialized.

3D MILLING I engaged with the fabrication process of 3D milling, which gave us autonomous control over the way in which the mould would be cut the direction, speed and size of the drill bit. This enabled flexibility in change through fabrication process. The addition of the grooves, gave textural aesthetic and construction traction for adhesion to another ice model.

SILICONE INFILL NEGATIVE MOULD After milling the mould, it was assembled and filled with Pinkysil. A fast curing silicone that would become a flexible mould for the extrusion of the set Ice models.This would be the most optimal mould, as it was easy to remove the models as they are fragile hollow components.

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CONCLUSION

FABRICATION & EXPERIMENTATION

DISTORTION.

PROJECT CONCLUSION. wyndham city western exchange

WORK IN PROGRESS There isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a conclusion as of yet. There is still a lot of potential in this project and the explorations that were carried out. This is a foundation for further development of the final outcome. Within the given time frame, the outcome produced in this journal is still in work in progress. It is not possible to resolve the issues pertaining the proposed design within a short period of time. However, this is the direction that Wyndham City should take interms of the Gateway project. The ideals and conseptual frame work are already inplace. The idea of a renewed installation is somehting that will satisfy the brief and also a solution to the self set criteria.

EXPERIMENTATION WITH PINKYSIL MOULDS After the pinkysil had cured in the positive mould, experimentations were conducted to test the resilience of the material. Stretching the mould would create more interesting variations of the design, the perfect edges and shape of the octahedron was transformed into an organic shape. The grooves disappear and give way to more imperfect surface.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES

LEARNING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES.

PERSONAL BACKGROUND & LEARNING OBJECTIVES

LEARNING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES

PRE-COURSE PERCEPTION

ENGAGING WITH THE SOFTWARE - OUTCOMES

Before undertaking ADS Air, I had already been aware of the intended engagement with parametricism as a core aspect of this semesters design studio. EX-Lab 2012; gave me a sense of readiness and prepared me in to what I was to expect for the coming semester. However, my lack of parametric exposure and negligent attitude toward this style of architecture led to preconceived notions of parametric architecture as being a passing style or what they called during the Bauhaus period, Zeitgeist. I was truly unaware of its potential or even what parametricism is all about to begin with. The lack of understanding and knowledge about computational design and its merits gave me a set pessimistic outlook on how it was applied. To give an example, I did not believe that parametrically designed architecture was acceptable. Acceptable in the sense that it was generated and driven by conceptual means. I felt that it was driven by what looked most aesthetically pleasing or what is commonly known in our academic society as form finding. As a designer my self this idea of form finding over what we are conventionally taught was unusual and foreign to my design process. The news of Studio Air being a parametric studio, was confronting as I had already created this illusion of negativity that engaging with parametricism would be detrimental. However, these were my thoughts about computational design before I had commenced the course.

One of my objectives this semester was to learn rhino and grasshopper to harness its potential. I felt that i have not accomplished this completely. This doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that i did not engage with the software rather, the time spent in fully understanding and applying it was not apparent. As remarked by Stanislav our lecturer, it takes 10 years to master anything, which has been continually learned and practised. This I believe is quite true. Despite having gone through numerous quizzes and playing around with the matrices, we still do not have a full grasp of the full potential of the software. What we have learnt would probably be only a small percentage of the software capability. For instance, scripting via VB script or C-sharp would extend the capability of the software having complete autonomy and control as to what we endeavour to achieve. Scripting is an aspect of computational design that I would really like to extend my knowledge and skill set in. It is a valuable tool that can open up new avenues in design approach, philosophy and outcomes. Its potential is still being sourced and explored. My biggest regret and learning mishap was not spending enough time in exploring grasshopper and pushing the extents of my design further. This was attributed to a few factors. Firstly time being key constraint in developing the design. This meant that self initiated feedback systems and evaluation of designs were compromised with the need to produce designs for fabrication. Secondly, working alone to do a group project was certainly a difficult challenge. The weekly tasks and work load was almost unbearable, and thus certain aspects of the design was compromised. Despite this, I felt that overall I had engaged with the programs at a level that allowed me to produce interesting designs, even though they could have been developed much further. During the Final Crit I was given feedback from my tutor that, the design of the proposed installation that I had presented could have been attempted with scripting, however explains that this is not within my current skill set. It is disappointing that the design could have been pushed much further but due to the limited time in learning the programs would affect the outcomes of the design. Despite this I am satisfied with my learning outcomes. The nature of using grasshopper for instance, makes users search for answers through means of communication with other designers whom face similar problems or have solutions to which could be resolved.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES The course outline was particularly focused on engaging with parametrics with an open mind. This was important as designers we must have an optimistic outlook. Being able to embrace things that do not interest or that has no appeal is being ignorant and unoportunistic. Having been a non-believer in parametric architecture, I walked in to the first lecture for Studio Air, feeling quite negative as to what was to be achieved this semester. But the course objectives would soon impact the way in which I thought about parametricism and the way in which I viewed architecture holistically. The course was intentionally set out to instill knowledge about architecture and where computational design and parametrics fitted into it. From the beginning it has been a intense and rigourous ride. From readings, to set tasks and quizzes, the Course objectives were planned to give everyone a chance to learn the programmes that will be used in the frontier of architecture for the coming generations. This had definitely impacted the way in which I view architecture and the future. Having the Lecturer and the Senior tutor as your tutors for Design Studio was godsend. Their experience and abundance of knowledge and insight was more than we could have asked for. As a designer knowledge is power and the driving force behind design. Creativity is not the only aspect to design but the intellectual capability which enables us to translate ideas into successful design. However, having the these tutors only meant that we had to try harder and push our designs farther. This was evident not only in my design but in the design process of my peers. The level of engagement and feed back was exemplary of an effective workable open system. Our ideas that were demonstrated in our work would be analyzed, scrutinized resulting in assurance of direction taken or redirection with possible examples and precedents to carry on further. Having set up layers of feedback through social communication and personal engagement meant that our avenue for learning was greater.

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COURSE CONTENT - OUTCOMES The content of this course was very insightful and thought provoking.The way in which this architecture studio was delivered as a course was bold and intriguing especially after completing generic architecture studios, where the conventional task was to design a building. However, the notion of architecture being more than just a building was impact full in many ways. This was done through the course materials, namely the readings. The are core elements in understanding the course and contributed to the learning objectives we had set individually for our selves and the ones that were prescribed in the course outline. The readings aided our design development and critical thinking of architecture and application of computational design.The theoretical component of this course made it more than just a design studio, but rather a studio which promoted critical response to design briefs/problems.This was new and exciting for me. It gave me a conscience about architecture and design in general, thus naming this progress journal, Architectural Consciousness.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES

CHALLENGES - LEARNING PROGRESS

FUTURE PLANS

The course itself was challenging and tough especially if you had not embraced it. The biggest challenge, other than it being something completely foreign to me was undertaking the project alone. I felt that even though it was easier to make decisions or be more decisive in the actions taken pertaining the project it affected the design outcome. With a design team, you are offered with more insight within a open feedback systems that helps the design grow and manifest into the desired outcome. In my case, I was able to make those executive decisions pertaining the design. However, having another member would have significantly improved the way in which the design had progressed and resulted. The other challenge was completing and adhering to the deliverables. As the course was created for a design team, it was a particularly challenging to cope with the set tasks. It was difficult to stay on track and go in depth in aspects of this project. Any delay or setbacks put me behind other design teams. Thus it was essential to have a consistent pace in the design process to ensure that the tasks are delivered on schedule. In reality the design process will not be smooth but rather quite turbulent. This was where I learnt the most. As an individual, I had been given the opportunity to tackle everything pertaining the design process; from digital modelling to physical model making, photography and graphic design. This aspired me to push my self further and to extend my knowledge and current skill set to match the works of those in other groups.This meant that I had to spend more time within in each area, acquiring more skills. I realized that this was demonstrated in photography where I had invested in time and technology. Perfecting skills within areas that i had previously lacked was most beneficial at this juncture. The challenges created a intensive learning atmosphere.

I am still discovering the potential of computational Design. This semester has proven to be very fruitful. Despite my disappointment in not pushing the design further which ideally would have made it much more successful, I learnt how to employ computational techniques in my design. The skill set acquired in this course is just the beginning to a future of continual learning and discovery. Even though I wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to apply certain computational techniques to the design, it provides more reasons and justification as to why i should endeavour to learn more and acquire more skills to become proficient in this aspect of design. I envisage to undertake future courses within this field or similar fields of architecture. It can be applied not only in architecture, but also in Urban Planning.

POST COURSE VIEW As the semester comes to a close it becomes apparent that the views that i held at the beginning of the course has changed quite significantly. From initially not accepting and embracing parametric architecture as a direct result of ignorance, I now appreciate the possibilities that it offers. I once had a preconceived notion that parametricism involved form finding as a basis of its employment as a tool. But, since then i have realized that it is much more complex. It looks at problem solving and experimentational research, and discovery of new possibilities in ranging from structural to aesthetic aspects. Most importantly it is part of our future, and we are yet to see its full prospect.

DESIGN EXECUTION - OUTCOMES The lead up to the final weeks presented many obstacles. Most of which design related. With regards to the final critique, i realized that there is a lot of improvements to be made. From the actual proposed design to the conceptualization of the project there are many things that i see as outstanding issues. As a designer i am aware that designing must be done within certain time frame. However, the limitation of time with regards to designing of the gateway was a hurdle that was not so easily overcome. My understanding of the final proposal is that it is still a work in progress. As far as i am aware it is not feasible to resolve the Gateway project in such short time. As young designers we do not posses the intuitive knack for resolving issues with haste. That is something that comes with invaluable experience. Thus my final take on the Gateway project is that it is still a work in progress.

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ARCHITECTURAL CONSCIOUSNESS