mobius house, van berkel Computational design has allowed for unique innovations in architecture. The Mobius House is based on the concept of a mobius strip, a twisted form that has no beginning or end. Previous to the introduction of parametric design projects, a form of this complexity would not have been possible. Computational programs allow for more complex forms and the dynamic transformation of three dimensional shapes. By controlling parameters instead of shape, complex forms are possible to find. This project was based on topology, a type of design that is concerned about deforming shapes, while maintaining original properties. This is a common method of approaching digital design
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aegis hyposurface, goulthorpe A unique innovation offered by digital technology is the ability to create dynamic and morphing surfaces. The Aegis Hyposurface is an example of this, with it's surface changing when triggered by electrical stimuli set off by movement, sound, and light. As stated by Goulthorpe, "[aegis hyposurface] marks the transition form autoplastic to alloplastic place," and "utterly radicalizes architecture by announcing the possibility of dynamic form" This is related to the gateway project because movement is of high importance, the project being located on a major road.
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walt disney concert hall, gehry An innovation offered by digital technology that is extremely useful in the construction stages of a project is that one model can contain all the information required for a project. This means that architects no longer need to spend time creating two dimensional CAD drawings, rather they can focus on creating form, and construction workers can collate all information from their model. Not only is this easier for the architect, it is extremely efficient. Issues that do arise from this however include the need to train all builders to be able to read computational designed models. Until this is completed, the full potential of computation design during the construction proccess cannot be reached. Walt Disney Concert Hall, along with other designs by Gehry, employ computational design in order to contain all drawing information within one concise model. While our designs will not physically be built, this concept is interesting to explore and will hopefully be employed more often in the future
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