Foundations of Design : Representation, SEM1, 2018 M3 JOURNAL - PATTERN vs SURFACE Je Tan
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WEEK 6 READING: SURFACES THAT CAN BE BUILT FROM PAPER IN ARCHITECTURAL GEOMETRY Question 1: What are the three elementary types of developable surfaces? Provide a brief description. (Maximum 100 words) The three elementary types of developable surfaces are cylinders, cones and tangent surfaces of space curves. The cylinder is defined by a profile curve, from which parellel lines are extruded in some direction and make up its surface. The cone is also defined by a profile curve, however lines extruded from it converge to a single vertex. Tangent surfaces of space curves are polygons, the vertices of which create the edges and faces of a polyhedral model. Question 2: Why is the understanding of developable surface critical in the understanding of architectural geometry? Choose one precedent from Research/Precedents tab on LMS as an example for your discussion. (Maximum 100 words) The understanding of developable surfaces allows for the simplification of construction as well as assisting with structural stability. It also is important when considering the of material used in construction. For example, sheet metal is easily affixed to developable surfaces, as it can be rolled out straight onto it. Huyghe and Le Corbusier’s Puppet Theatre is an example of developable surfaces being used in an architectural context. The polycarbonate panels which compose the structure are easily assembled and disassembled. The structural integrity of the building is sound, as forces are dissipated through the panels.
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PANELLING PATTERN
2D Panelling, Pattern: Triangular
3D Panelling, Pattern BoxX
3D Panelling, Pattern: Pyramid1
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VARIABLE 3D PATTERN
Pattern 1: Two different modules.
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Pattern 2: Three different modules.
Pattern 3: Four differnt modules. Note: some geometries intersect.
3D PANEL TEST PROTOTYPE & TEMPLATE
Prototype unrolled modules.
Assembled prototype modules. Constructed from standard 80GSM paper.
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WEEK 7 READING: DIGITAL FABRICATION
Question 1: What is digital fabrication and how does it change the understanding of two dimensional representation? (Maximum 100 words) Digital fabrication is the use of digital data to construct or cut parts of objects. It relies on information drawn from CAD/CAM software fed into computer driven equipment in order to manufacture parts. While CAD software allowed architects to move from analog to digital, the design of structures did not significantly change. Digital fabrication and 3D modelling have allowed architects to innovate in ways which were not previously possible with analog methods. It has made it possible for more complex geometries to be fabricated and reduced the gap between representation and fabrication by streamlining the process from concept to construction.
Question 2: Suggest two reasons why folding is used extensively in the formal expression of building design? (Maximum 100 words) Folding is a method of construction which introduces structural stability into a planar surface. It gives a surface the ability to gain span distances and self-support through the introduction of rigidity and stiffness. Folding also is a method of architectural articulation. It allows buildings to incorporate otherwise unrelated elements into an overall design. New spaces are created through folding, as materials are deformed and inflected, yet the characteristics of the folded material are not lost in the process.
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EXPLORING 3D PANELLING
Six modules used in the design of a panlled surface.
Final model, top view. Final model, perspective view.
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UNROLL TEMPLATE OF YOUR FINAL MODEL
Unrolled template for final model.
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PANELISED LANDSCAPE
Final model, top view.
Final model, view of coner.
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ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPE VIEWS
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APPENDIX
Original surface.
Concept landscape with 2D surfaces.
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Process of grouping modules for unrolling.
Unrolled surfaces according to colour.
Equipment used for model construction: metal ruler, scissors, bulldog clips, PVA glue, pen knife.
Surfaces arranged for final construction.
Cut surface ready for folding.
Folded surface.
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