Digital Design - Module 02 Semester 1, 2019 Fiona Huang Vuong 1006251 Michael Mack + Studio 23
Critical Reading: Kolerevic B. 2003. Architecture in the Digital Age
Kolerevic described three fundamental types of fabrication techniques in the reading. Outline the three techniques and discuss the potential of Computer Numeric Controlled fabrication with parametric modelling. (150 words max)
There are three types of techniques discussed in this reading : subtractive, additive and formative fabrication. Subtractive fabrication is to do with subtracting a particular volume of a solid form, mainly done through chemical and mechanical processes. Additive fabrication deals with using layer by layer to form a 3 dimensional object. Formative fabrication is when heat and steam is used to shape a material, straining and stressing pass the materials limit. Computer Numeric Controlled fabrication (CNC) is able to push complex designs forwards as it gives precise calculations for building constructions, not only making it effective for labour but also a chance for designers to explore with unique and sophisticated designs through parametric modelling.
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SURFACE AND WAFFLE STRUCTURE Surface Creation
The script I used was rather straightforward, however after following the workshop I was taught the ‘weave’ and dispatch’ command to create patterns in my panels rather than just having one. Beyond that I also used the ‘MD Slider’ to have more control beyond the edge selector. This helped me with iterations in terms of the controlling the height between the two surfaces.
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SURFACE AND WAFFLE STRUCTURE Surface Creation
From paged 4-5 I was showing how the script has enabled me to have more time to design new types of modules for the panels. I started of using the square but as I continued I realised the triangle/pyramid form was able to create multiple shapes in one module.
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Isometric View
For my panels I wanted to main give it ‘holes’ or gaps on the geometry mainly because I wanted the space to be have light go through it.
With the waffle structure, sincethere was a pretty big height difference between both the surface the top z rings couldn’t connect to the eacher other. Someone helped by using ‘cull index’ in grasshopper which helped create one specific support for the surface.
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SURFACE AND WAFFLE STRUCTURE Laser Cutting
When I was doing the panelling I first outlined everything outside as cut marks however I learned that for it to not fall off completely and get lost it was good to add one etch line on the outer lines. After doing so it was very helpful to me.
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SURFACE AND WAFFLE STRUCTURE Matrix and Possibilities
Grid
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Paneling Grid & Attractor Point
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Row three focuses on my modules. I first started off with only one module with no pattern however as I continued to create iterations I learnt to use weave and dispatch.
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My matrices was first developed from my lofts after I found one loft that I prefer I used the md slider command and played around with to control more height and also twist my structure.
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Cutting Area
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SURFACE AND WAFFLE STRUCTURE Photography of Model
The overall geometry of my structure is triangular and the form is dominated my pyramids. What is interesting is from the side you would not thing there are any forms of holes but as you look face on you notice there are a fair few ‘gaps’ which indicates ventilation and air and light. Therefore this explores with an element of surprise since the public would not have thought the space (surface and waffle structure) could provide a light into it due to the intimidating aura around it (from the spikes of the pyramid).
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Visual Scripting of Parametric Model
We started using spheres as the main geometry but I preferred something more geometrical to create these straight and forwards lines so I used the rectangle command. Though soon after that I found out it could be quite boring and was recommended to use the ‘series’ command but when I cut my geometry it still appeared very regulated and uniform. So once again I used the weave and dispatch tool which enabled a more clustered and original form.
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SOLID AND VOID Surface Creation
Comment on the process of creating the visual script and its outcome, why do you choose to capture these result? What is of interest to you? (Max 100 words)
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SOLID AND VOID Isometric view
The isometric section of my chosen geometry has started to show a multilevel space as well as a hidden areas within it. As a study area a secluded ‘hidden’ place could be beneficial for students to study and have some time for themselves. Interesting step forms have been produced from this section. This area could serve as a seating area or desk area depending on the scale you are looking at.
The way the plans intersect at randome areas creates different heights across each level.
In this intersection it show a hollow space which could suggest how natural lightenters a space.
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Magintude of Point Attractor
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Uniform
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Uniform
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Formation and Arrangement of Geometry
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Cut Form
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Task B Matrix My matrices first showed my interest to go beyond uniform and spaces that look predictable hence I started to go extreme with the magnitude of the space. After doing that I start to think of my shapes and how I would want them to form around the box. The cutting objects also serve as a iteration as when I observe my objects I realised that the form was too predictable and thought of ways to make it more interesting.
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Deform
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SOLID AND VOID
Photography of Model
This space was cut with the box titled diagonally. From that an interesting space was developed. As I used cubic geometry it created this multilevel when you intersect the geometry. The top is hollow giving light to the space, as it is a study area, light is preferred. Once again like the other 3d prints I try to show the consistent language of a space of intersection and multi levels. This is so that it can cater to numerous programmes on each level for the study level.
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Appendix
Process
Before I started with my waffle structure I would wipe of the burnt marks with a wet towel.
The series of photos show the process of how I stuck all my panels together. I grouped them in row first then I would stick the rows together. This makes it easier for me to navigate the panels.
Appendix Old vs New
On the left is the old waffle structure though the difference is slight the new waffle structure (on the right) has a more distinct height difference with the surface which introduces way in which light can enter within the space. This change was done by MD slider.
Appendix Process
Appendix
Process
Extra Matrices Task A
Lots
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Adjusting Top Corners (Height)
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Lorem
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Extra Matrices Task B
Magintude of Point Attractor
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Formation and Arrangement of Geometry
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Cut Form
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Photos of three models put together. Once again creates a very interesting and fun study space/area.
The photo on the right shows the juxtaposition of the first model with a sphere geometry and the final model with the rectangular one. The photo below shows all the photos of the models and its in fills. Created an interesting outcome.