DIGITAL DESIGN MODULE 1

Digital Design - Module 01 Semester 1, 2018 HUGH FOSTER

916339 ALEX WONG STUDIO 10

Week One

Reading: Zeara Polo, A. 2010. Between Ideas and Matters.

According to Zeara-Polo, the diagram does not play a representational role in the design process but provides an organisational and can have a performative quality depending on how it is deployed. Explain how Diagram is different from Signs and Symbols? (100 words Maximum)

Both the sign and symbol by themselves can only convey a singular topic/meaning. Yet with the aid of symbols fashioned together in the form of a diagram they are able to act as a tool to describe performances in space and time. Diagrams are able to convey dynamic relationships with its chosen space. They have the ability to show something extremely complex and intricate in the simplest of manner. This is something that a singular sign or symbol could never do on their own.

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Week One

Precedent Analysis

1: Model Making space, allowed me to trace and align using point attractors for varying curves.

2: external openings using plans, elevations and sections. trace, extrude, split.

Burnham Pavillion:(Inexhibit,2015)

3: final curve formation, used for structural formation.

For more process information on modelling please refer to my appendix. As a general guide, the plans sections and elevations were all used in order to trace the specific contours of the structure and then sweep 2 was used a large amount to get the surface created by the stretched fabric.

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Week Two

Reading: Hertzberger H. 2005. The in-between and The Habitable Space Between Things, from Lessons for Students in Architecture.

Herzberger discuss how design should not be extreme in its functionality. Use your precedent study to explain how the pavilion allows for an appropriation of use. (100 words Maximum)

A singular function for a singular object limits the opportunities in which it can be utilized. It is for this reason that many designers have been looking towards experimental and multifunctional forms. The 2009 Burnham pavilion by Zaha Hadid uses computer aided technology and fabrication to create a pavilion that goes beyond the singular shade aspect of a generic pavilion. The form takes inspiration from the 1909 Burnham plan (Zaha Hadid architects,2009) to redevelop Chicago, through its alignment with a diagonal in the Burnham plan and its fluid form. The organic, almost bee hive shape, experiments with differing flowing spaces, through the use of fabric stretched across a complex contoured metal frame. The material properties of the stretched fabric allow the pavilion to transform itself into a light display, and project various visuals inside and out to excite the inhabitants. There are two spaces for entry carved into the form allowing a flowing path from one threshold to the next. The form not only protects the viewer from the elements but, experiments with new technologies whilst paying homage to the past to excite, challenge and push the limits of design.

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Week Two

Isometric

Burnham pavillion The final isometric has been chosen as I feel it shows off the majority of the model allowing the viewer to inside the light gaps in the structure. Majority of the model was modelled in terms of structure, external and internal in order for an accurate depiction of the pavilion.

The circulation path flows through the building along the slightly sloped base. There is a large cavity in which viewers are encouraged to circulate and view the light display. This activity promotes static behaviour compared to the rest of the pavilions movements. It has two clearly defined entries situated along the diagonal path of the original Burnham plan. The entries open up the structure blending into the building to encourage the occupant to flow; around the interior and finally out. The nature of the structure encourages circulation around the building as it changes and morphs, each angle different from the last. The darker the texture the more static the movement will most likely be for the occupants

Due to the organic form of the pavilion and way in which the fabric has been stretched, the thresholds start in various locations blurring the line between the outside and inside. The thresholds have the ability to adapt and change throughout the day through the changing of shadow cast from the form . When the occupant enters the building, they experience a change from open, semi enclosed to enclosed. The spatial progression and threshold openings allow for different angles of approach; thus, each occupant gets their own unique experience.

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Week Two Diagrams

Circulation

Threshold

The Circulation diagram aims to display the design concepts and structural aspects utilized in order for the pavilion to come to fruition. The circulation path flows through the building along the base like a stream. The stream then flows around an eddy in which promotes static activity for viewing. It has two clearly defined entries situated along the diagonal path of the original Burnham plan. The entries open up the structure blending into the building to again encourage the occupant to flow; around the interior and finally out. The nature of the structure encourages circulation around the building as it changes and morphs, each angle different from the last. The darker the texture the more static the movement will most likely be for the occupants. The

The diagram aims to represent the change in thresholds. The white space can be seen as open space and the grey the decompressed space created by the pavilion. Due to the organic nature of the pavilion and way in which the fabric has been stretched, the thresholds start in various locations blurring the line between the outside and inside. The separation of spaces can be seen through the use of interior and exterior fabric isometrics. The grey diagram details the start of the semi enclosed space and interior. All of these figures come together to display the blurring of thresholds created by Zaha’s flowing pavilion.

building utilizes structural tubing to create the contours in which the fabric can be stretched over and give it its final form.

Ultimately the structure and circulation link together to form the base layer of this pavilion.

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Appendix

Process

starting out. scaled each drawing. added in the contours, by copying from elevation and section. layed them accross plan.

sweep 2 from curves to get external.

trace openings from sections, and plan split surfa top view trace, openings. extrude split surface.

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Appendix

Process

duplicate curves from surfae cut to get contour. copy and paste bring down to required height. curves between each slit. loft.

base, trace outline. adjust points using sections. patch and patch to get chamfer

adjusting points for internal trace polyline from plan section. polyline points on adjust acordingly to sections.

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Appendix

Process

curves of inside

sweep 2to curves

final curved form. pipe each layer to get required structural layers. patch between triangles.

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Appendix

Perspective Render: Octane

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