Technology 01|02|03

Technology 01 Lead

Rossi Federico

Technology 02 Lead

Rossi Federico

Technology 03 Lead

Allison Larry

Construction and environmental technologies are integral parts of the design process from conceptual idea to final proposal. At undergraduate level, the principles of these technologies are learnt and this knowledge then developed and applied to key design projects in the programme. The technology and environment syllabus is delivered in lectures, and then assessed by means of coursework as an integral but discreet part of design studio work. Students can use their knowledge of these technologies as a driver in their architectural thinking, or subsumed by other design influences. Technology is an essential element of the architectural design process. Without construction technology, it is impossible to understand and properly critique the performance of a building. Technology cannot be separated from the design process; it both informs and responds to all other parameters of the design. The careful yet inventive integration of technological elements will not always ensure that good architecture emerges from a design, but without it, good architecture is not possible at all.

Technology 01 module aims to introduce to the student the necessary integrative processes between design and technology and, within this, understand fundamental principles of structure, environmental systems and their performance, and the many approaches to consideration and construction of building fabric.

Technology 02 module investigates building technology from small to large buildings through precedent studies and lectures dedicated to traditional, contemporary, and emergent construction techniques, helping students identify and formulate sustainable technological principles supporting their design proposals. This module aims to communicate to students the relationships between design conceptualisation, decision making regarding technological alternatives, and application of constructional knowledge - and the impact of these on design outcomes.

Technology 03 module includes a series of lectures compiled by academics to promote the critical role of technology in underpinning design decisions in architecture. The lecture series explored specific case studies to highlight the technological issues involved, with a focus on both normative and innovative solutions in architecture. The lectures are a precursor to the Technology report, providing them with knowledge that informs the design and construction of the proposals of for their degree projects. This module aims to assist student’s creative expression of technology to support tectonic, material and environmental requirements of a design, enabling students to establish an informed position on technology in the design process.

EXPLODED STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS

The portal frame provides a framework for temporal spaces to exist. Individuals requirements change frequently, therefore a building should be able to meet these changing needs through flexible accommodation.

Construction Sequence

The structure is supported by Pad foundation which have been identified as the most adequate by considering soil conditions, and the application of a steel frame structure. The first phase consists into the excavations, HOMES FOR RE- construction of the foundations and the as-GENERATION(S)

PRIMARY ELEMENTS

Steel columns and beams

Bracing

Foundations

sembly of steel structure floor by floor. While the structure is assembled, concrete slabs with metal deck are installed as well as the stairs.

Afterwards, the core of the walls in concrete is cast in situ. During this phase opening are

TERTIARY ELEMENTS

Internal walls and doors

Cladding

SECONDARY ELEMENTS

Walkways

Cladding support system

Infill structurally insulated panels (SIPs)

considered for the later application of doors and windows. The following phases roof is built in situ and the titanium-zinc panels are installed for the cladding. Next, the glasses for the curtain walls, windows and doors are installed.

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Environmental Strategy

A signi cant factor to consider is the environmental and external context, such forces, particularly the sun and wind impact both the user experience and external durability of the building if they are not taken into consideration.

As demonstrated within the diagram I have explored the impact of the 4 key environmental forces present on Holly Grove Shrubbery. Undertaking an analysis of the sun path indicates the level of solar access represented by shadows in uenced by the form of the building. The Future of Civic Cyber Space displays a unique structural form and given the large scale of the project is heavily in uenced by solar impact, as displayed, shadows begin to form at 06:00 and are manipulated through to 21:00. This response is to the period between sunrise and sunset where the site is exposed along the sun's path. Based on the sun's placement along the path the direction in uences the scale, density, and form as shown, shadows developed at 12:00 vary from shadows developed at 18:00.

Another factor to consider is the orientation of the building, this should be determined by the site forces and constraints calculated. The Future of Civic CyberSpace is south facing to ensure maximum solar impact from the sun path, south-facing orientation exposes the building to the longest duration of sunlight hours and the external facade consists of glass panels and relies on solar gain for energy purposes. However, the scale of the building casts a negative impact on the external surrounding context through shadow paths. In order to enhance user experience a certain amount of sun exposure and solar gain is required for vegetation and human interaction.

1. 06:00 2. 09:00 3. 12:00 4. 15:00 5. 18:00 6. 21:00 Sun Path

Shadow Path

Building Orientation

Wind Path

Environmental Strategy

1. Brise-soleil screens controls solar gain by managing the amount of incoming sunlight. This means less solar heat in the hottest times of the day in the summer and more solar heat on summer evenings and winter days. 2. Buoyancy driven ventilation from low air vents is made more efficient by the tall chimneys. Wind passes around and over the chimneys creating a sort of siphon for the air inside to be recycled quickly. 3. Natural heat from the ground is used to heat the building via a ‘Ground Source Heat Pump’ or ‘GSHP’. This is significantly more efficient than gas or electric heating. The heat is absorbed by the thermally conductive materials used in the building’s construction. This retains heat in winter and cool temperatures in the summer.

FIRST & SECOND FLOOR MATERIALITY

DESTRUCTIVE TESTING TECHNOLOGY 1: THE HORIZONTAL BRIDGE

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES

The design encompasses passive and active strategies as an interconnected system to create an optimum living environment for the well-being its occupants.

The building's orientation and massing has been developed to allow take advantage of natural ventilation, daylighting and passive energy - lower storey heights towards the south of the site allows sunlight into the set back residences.

The building is largely vented naturally, however the mechanical ventilation systems regulates the greater extremers of heat gains and external temperature flucuations which are difficult to handle with natural ventilation alone - this ensures internal conditions are comfortable are all times.

Structurally insulated panels provides continuous thermal line. Areas of flat roof accommodates built-in photovoltaic panels to generate renewable energy. Rainwater chains provides water to flower beds

Heating and cooling through a centralised heat recovery system, in addition to rainwater harvesting.

Openable brise-soleil prevents direct solar gains within peak summer periods, whilst allowing heats gains within the winter to utilise passive energy and reduce energy consumption.

Photovoltaic panels are placed on roofs facing south and generates electricity for use within the building.

Rainwater harvesting is incorporated into the building and used for watering flower beds and flushing toilets.

Openable brise-soleil prevents sun directly projecting on glazed facade to mitigate solar gains. Green roof reduces water run off and provides additional bio-diversity.

Natural ventilation through glazed openings.