Foundations of Design : Representation, SEM1, 2017 M3 JOURNAL - PATTERN vs SURFACE Mengping Huo 980794 Talia Stoch , 22
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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) Cylinders, cones and tangent surface of space curves are the three fundamental types of developable surfaces. Cylinders are modelled by a prescribed curve and formed by a group of parallel lines. Cones are formed by a vertex point and a profile curve. The third type of developable surface is tangent surfaces which are formed by the connecting vertices of polygons.
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 developable surfaces which are constituted by straight lines can be efficiently covered by sheets of metal since they are helpful to simplify constructions. The Hugh Le Corbusier Puppet Theatre was designed to have a rigid structure by using many diamond-shaped polycarbonate panels which can be convenient to dismantle and restore.
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PANELLING PATTERN
2d Panelling, Pattern: Triangular
3D Panelling, Pattern: Triangular
3D Panelling, Pattern: Pyramid2
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VARIABLE 3D PATTERN
Variable 3D pattern with multiple modules showing in the image Attractive point on the right hand side
Variable 3D pattern with different modules showing in the image Different attractive point on the right hand side
Variable 3D pattern with different modules showing in the image Using attractive curve
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3D PANEL TEST PROTOTYPE & TEMPLATE
It is not easy to create a net for the design because of multiple folds and faces required. The first prototype and nets have been finished with the assistance of Rhino.
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WEEK 7 READING: DIGITAL FABRICAComplete your reading before attempting these questions:
Question 1: What is digital fabrication and how does it change the understanding of two dimensional representation? (Maximum 100 words) The digital fabrication is a process of using digital media to design and represent, which creates an imaginary connection between creative drawing and production. It can change the understanding of 2D representation by providing a preview of the final making process instead of showing just plain forms and shapes.
Question 2: Suggest two reasons why folding is used extensively in the formal expression of building design? (Maximum 100 words) The first reason is that it is possible to turn a flat surface into a three-dimensional surface by using folding since it can create three-dimensional surfaces by using precise geometry. Furthermore, folding can make materials self-supporting, build them stiff and rigid.
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EXPLORING 3D PANELLING
Finalised digital model set in isometric view Including the multiple individual modules which was used in creating this model Two attractor curves are placed at the two corners on the right hand side, which can help to create a wave-like model. I created this model by placing those modules in order, from the most complex to the simplest. I also Interleaved some different modules in order to make it more complicated.
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UNROLL TEMPLATE OF YOUR FINAL
One of my final unroll template, presenting on A1 sheet.
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PANELISED LANDSCAPE
Panelised landscape
Insert your annotation
Some details of panelised landscape
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APPENDIX The use of materials for construction. The super glue was used to stick the tabs and surfaces togerther.
The process of making a module.
The process of making the entire model. Clips used for firming the structure. 11