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ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO

AIR 387099 Jiaying Le

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THE CASE FOR INNOVATION

CUT RESEARCH PROJECT

GATEWAY DESIGN PROJECT

FINAL REVIEW

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“Architetecture ought to be seen as discourse.”-Architecture and Visual Culture, Richard Williams

Lou Ruvo's CenterArchitect: Frank Gehry, Location: Las Vegas

The Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health was designed to spread public awareness of Alzheimer. Like most of Gehry’s buildings, the centre appears almost unruly, unfinshed and chaotic (Hawthorne 2010). The building strongly demonstrates the use of advance technology through the form of its facade- the idea of fluidity. As shown in the picture, this design incorporate with the use of natural sunlight with the windows to allow it to work more effectively.

In relation to the Gateway project, this architecture design shows us many dif-ferent approaches and ideas that can be used in our project, Such as the notion of creating an impactful structure- through its facade, to capture the attention of the public yet still perform as an effective building for use.

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Mode Gukeun Tower Architect: Tango Architects Location: Shin Juku, Tokyo

The cocoon Tower was a winning design for an educa-tional building. The concept of building is to promote the idea of interaction between nature and public. With an unique facade- similar to the notion of the cocoon, this building strongly exhibits the use of technological advancement. The design approach of this building has demonstrated how local environmen-tal constrains does not restrict yet forces one to think beyond their ideas for more new and innovative design.

The design structure of the building consists of an elliptical diagrid and inner core frames. In relation to our approach to the Gateway Project, the Mode Guke-un Tower’s facade is similar to the idea that we are incorporating in our structure. Moreover, as displayed by the building, it has caught many attention and im-pact on the public - which is the one of the main aim of our Gateway project design.


Fun Cloud Pavilion Architect: Ecologic Studio

The design concept and approach that this project uses can be applied in our design of the Gatewat Project. The use of the new technology - para-metric CAD system, in this design allows each part to be “coded, charted, geometri-cally re-described” and “prepared for direct fabrication”. Moreover, it enables the various components to change and adapt accord-ingly to the scenarios faced. Similarily, in this project, it utilizes artificial light-ing, which is used done through computer controlled system. In the context of the Gateway project, this concept of lighting can be considered for our design structure.

“ where intuitions, material definations, programmatric requirements, local processes of interaction, fabrica-tion techologies and chance are resigtered, processed and fed back at various levels in a continuous chain of loop”


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Wooden Pavilion Architect: D. Stefanescu, P. Bedarf, B. Hambasan

Location: Cluj Romania

Like the Fun Cloud Pavilion, this para-metric project boasts a strong represen-tational power to achieve the main goal of attracting passers-by to the design. Uniquely constructed, this pavilion is designed to enable it to integrate “ into its historically-charges context”. Through its tectonic characteristics, the design exhib-its the use of the new digital approach of computational architecture and the illus-tration of design processes through digital tools.

This project relates strongly to a few of the design purposes of the Gateway project such as the adjective of the design being both interesting and eye catching and a representation of a place.

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BIFID Architect: Alisa Andrasek, Biothing

This design is an interactive ceiling proto-type for the New York Museum, frabicated in 2005. It was programmed using “plusing lighting patterns”, based on a similar math-ematics’ wave interference applied to the geometry of the ceiling.

This unique design approach can be ap-plied to the Gateway project as it allows us to “produce infinite number of variation” through unfolding fabrication drawings.

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In Bifid the differential behavior of the material system is a com-posite of: algorithmically derived intersection points between the components (wave interference pattern) / constraints of the nu-merically controlled fabrication method /material properties of the polycarbonate material (pro-portion of stiffness and elastic-ity).


BIFID Architect: Alisa Andrasek, Biothing

Repository of Computation Design

Pulsing lighting patterns were programmed based on the same mathematics of wave interference applied to geometry of the ceiling. Unfolding fabrication drawings is scripted into design process such that any number of different fields de-signed through the bifid interface are already constrained by the data coming from the fabrication process and therefore it’s possible to produce infinite number of variation without increasing the cost of production.

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parametric cell facade study Architect: OMA Research Team

The Parametric cell facade study is a good example of the idea of incorporating the environment into the a design pattern of a facade. In this study, the date of the height and placement of the surrounding buildings were collaborated into an excel spreadsheet which was then translated into a design of a facade.

This concept can be further expanded to include cultural and historical data. This approach is applicable to the gateway project as it is an interesting method of in-corporating the cultural aspect of Wyndham City.

CONCLUSION - Case for Innovation

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According to the brief by Wyndham city, the installation has to be ‘exciting, eye-catching’ and would ‘inspire and enrich’ the municipility.

Architecture should firstly be forward looking. This is because architecture is about creating a suitable space for people to live, work and interact in. Architecture is a also about over-coming limitations and restrictions to achieve a new and ex-citing form. For instance in Tokyo, circular towers are not commonplace because of earthquakes. The Mode Gakuen Tower is a good example of a design trying to overcome ob-sticles, to strive for a new form, making it the first circular tower ever built in Tokyo. Similarly for the Gateway project, we would try to stretch and overcome our limitations.

For the gateway project, it is our intent to use the latest in design technology. This is because having the proficiency to utilize the software would not only help with experimenting and exploring suitable design options, it can also aid the de-signer in realising their design.

PatternsMATRIX COMBINATIONS

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Arbitrary points, attractor points Arbitrary points, attractor points Arbitrary points, curve attractor rect Arbitrary points, image sampler, rectangle rotate

Arbitrary Points, rotation Arbitrary Points, Rectangular Rotation

Boolean Pattern Image Sampler Boolean Pattern Math Function Rectangle Boolean Pattern Maths Function Curve intersection Components Boolean Pattern Maths Function Rectan-gle Rotation

Boolean Pattern Maths Function Rotation

Curve Intersection Image Sampler Curve Intersection Image Sampler, Rectangle Curve Intersection image sampler rectangle rotate

Curve Intersection Image Sampler Rotation

Curve Intersection Maths Function Rotation

Curve Intersection Maths Function

Curve Intersection Attractor Point Curve Intersection Maths Function Rectangle

Curve intersection Remapping Data Curve Intersection Text Sampler

Pattern Overlap, Using Sets, Rotation Variation 1







EXTRUSION

“ digital technoloies have enabled new methods of design, which has led to a re-examination of current theories and educational design concepts..... “

Patterns

MATRIX COMBINATIONS

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Explicit Grids (Normal) Attractor Points Explicit Grids (Hexagonal) Maths Function

Explicit Grids (Hexagonal) Attractor Points

Explicit Grids (Normal) Maths FunctionExplicit Grids (Normal) Image Sampler Shading

Explicit Grids (Normal) Image Sam-pler, Set Examples

Pattern Overlap Image Sampler

Explicit Grids (Normal), Maths Function Explicit Grids (Normal), Sets

Explicit Grids (Hexagonal) Rotation Explicit Grids (Normal) Rotation Pattern Overlay Curve Intersection

Arbitrary Points, Image Sampler, Extrusion

Arbitrary Points, Image Sampler, Rectangular Extrusion

Arbitrary Points Extrusion

Arbitrary Points Rectangular Extrusion

Arbitrary Points, Multiple Maths Function, Rectangular Extrusion


OVERLAPPING Pattens

USING SURFACE NORNAL

MATRIX COMBINATIONS


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RELEVENT MATRICES

Pattern and Overlap, Multiple Maths Function and Extrusion

Using this definiton as a starting point be-cause we could image the layers as a facade as it not only appears intersting from the different angles but it would also produce interesting shapes and shadows.

Pattern and Overlap, Maths Function, Rotation

this matrix definition provides a double layer and the slight curve on the x axis caused by the sine. We found the layering was interesting as it gives the impression of being fluid. It can potientially serve as suitable approach to the building.

Explicit Grid, Attractor Points

This matrix appears to be fluid and it shows the movement of the patterns. The facade is important for exploring the use of lighting in our later project.

Boolean Pattern, Image Sampler

Our final project will be using an image sampler to potientially help with the facade design. This is becase an image sampler can shape a chosen image signifi-cant to the city. For instance, the image in the facade is that of a koala bear. This is a way of showcasing the Werribee open zoo in Wyndham city.

Our ApproachMatrixes allowed us to explore different options, by experimenting with different permuta-tions and combinations. According to Burry, scripting culture is that of a ‘voyage of discov-ery’ (2011: 32). It opens up a whole new way to explore design. Different combinations can actually generate the same result. The design approach of layering creates more exciting shadows and represents the diver-sity of Wyndam city. It is also important that we experimented and utilized a vast array of materials to determine the material most suitable for the project.

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BANQ RESTURANT PROJECT CREDITS

BANQ restaurant/ 1375 Washington Street, Boston, MA / 2006-2008 Project Size / 4,800 square feet Client / SOWA Restaurant Group, LLC Architect / Office dA, Inc.

CONTOURING/LAYERING

CASE-STUDY PROJECT 1

Resource from: http://yatzer.com/BANQ-restaurant-by-Office-dA

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- Express of Interest

MATERIAL EFFECTS

In contemporary architecture, materials and their inherent properties are often fundamental points of departure for dis-covering and exploring new spatial possi-bilities and for designing different percep-tions and experiences of architecture.

Material effects are not only visual effects; they are experiential effects. According to Juhani Pallasmaa, “Authentic architectur-al experiences derive from real or ideated bodily confrontations rather than visually observed entities…


The construction of the res-taurant was developed by the concept of the striated wood-slatted system. It allows the sight of the mechanical, plumbing and lighting systems to be conceal from the public’s eyes. Designed similarly to the structure of a canopy, the design approach, used in this project,allows the facade to appear seamless. This design concept - creating a seamless idea, is explored through our matrix and the the design that we are preparing for fabrica-tion.

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- Resource from: http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/index.php?fuseaction=wanappln.showprojectbigimages&img=1&pro_id=1142

AIRSPACE TOKYO, JAPAN; Faulders Studio

In contrast to the beautiful simplic-ity of the interior, Airspace Tokyo is swathed in an intricately laser-cut alu-minium and plastic composite screen façade that appears to float around the building.

The dramatic façade combining prac-tical benefits such as privacy and en-vironmental protection with a unique visual aesthetic, the screen gives a strong identify for Airspace Tokyo. Innovative parametric computer software modelling aided the creation of the multiple, overlapping patterns that make up the façade. The resulting artificial organic design of the screen offers harmony between the once lush greenery of the original domestic site and its present day, crowded urban neighbourhood.

Despite its deliberately irregular qual-ity, this stunning protective skin is perfectly integrated with the building’s internal layout and overall design, af-fording either views or privacy where needed.

The visually complex design appears to magnify the subtle 3mm thickness of the composite screen. Just 15cm of airspace separates the building from its skin, held in place by discreet, thin aluminium rods and adjustable con-nectors.

layering/voronoi patterning

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LIGHTING EXPERIMENT

Our group is quite interested in experi-mencing shadows and lights through the pat-terns and layers of this Airspace architectural design. it does provide nice images when ligths go through the build-ing facade and therefore light-nature light-is whtat gives charac-tor to architecture.


This Dior building, whose facade was de-signed by young archi-tect Kumiko Inui, also explores the concept of skin, in a simple but powerful way. While the building is a quite com-mon rectangular box-shaped, is the renovation of the facade which gives it a special character. This is a double skin that wraps the building, made of white metal perforated in different patterns, cre-ating an effect of texture and depth which, despite the hardness of the mate-rial, affords to give light-ness to the façade.

DIOR GINZA TOKYO, JAPAN

Light is an important element in all architecture. Le Corbusier said, “Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.” Louis Kahn said, “I sense Light as the giver of all presences, and material as spent light. What Light makes casts a shadow and the shadow belongs to Light.” Without light, we cannot see form, color, or texture. Light—natural light—is what gives character to architecture.

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Perforation /

Image Map-

Digitally based technologies and techniques have in-troduced new spa-tial and formal capacities in ar-chitecture.

Looking at the closer scale to this Dior build-ing, the outer layer is drilled in aluminum plates, while that of the inner layer is screen-printed also on aluminum plates. The screen-printed pattern can be guessed through the holes in the ground outside. As its size is re-duced relative to the pattern outside, it increas-es the sense of depth between the two plates, by distorting the perspective. I find the idea of playing with layers, for example, distort the perspective of particular interest to Piraeus: Many effects can be obtained by sham rather than adding new structures on existing.

The Dior building explores the con-cept of form pat-terning through the design of the facade and light-ing. It is one of the main design approaches that we are focusing and exploring in our Gateway Project design. As shown by the Dior building, the per-forated patterns achieve a subtle aesthetic appear-ance through the facade detailing.

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FABRICATION

INSPIRED BY

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INSPIRED BY AirSPACETOKYO

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CONCLUSION Wyndham city is a vibrant and growing city. In fact, it has experienced the largest and fastest growth among the areas managed by the local Victorian local govern-ment. It is predicted that an estimation of 245,000 number of people will be living there by 2021 (Wyndham website).

Unlike others, Wyndham city is incredibly diverse. Besides having a strong industri-al and technology district, it also consists of many major retail precincts, vegetation growing areas and even a tourist destination - featuring an Open Range Zoo (Wynd-ham website.

ARGUMENTThe goal of our Group is to design and construct a gateway that strongly represents and features the city’s strong concept of diversity and culture. As stated on the brief, the ‘gateway’ would be situated on a busy highway. Therefore, it is important that the design of the gateway is eye catching and interesting. Moreover, it needs to act as a presentation and exhibits how Wyndham city aspires to be.

The concept of new technology is one of the main aspect that Wyndham city is working towards. This can be shown by the various existing centers that had been built there. Thus, in relation to our idea of our design, our group had decided to focus on the notion of creating an innovative parametric facade, which incorporates with the new design technologies through the approaches and materials that we had reserach on. As proposed, the facade of the building is constructed by multi layers to signify the diversity of Wyndham city. At the same time, this serves as an effec-tive marketing strategy of promoting the various city’s technological centers. More-over, this approach shows how Wyndham city is forward looking and at the same time, open to new changes.

In conclusion, our proposed design would effectively serve as a visual representa-tion of Wyndham city to the multitude of vehicles passing through daily. Moreover, it would be an innovative, interesting, diverse and fresh design that will serve as a significant landmark structure to the city.

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