Tuesday 27 March 2012

Experimentation

Suggested student tutorial

Generating a spiral in Grasshopper 

http://www.designalyze.com/?p=3 

Research into the concept and use of Water in design

Water – essential for our survival and the geological processes of the earth, is increasingly being integrated into architectural design. Whether it is the literal use of water in architecture or the concept of fluidity being utilized, this simple yet vital natural element is evident in contemporary architecture. For example, the designs of renowned architect Zaha Hadid. 

Here is an article about the use of water in architecture


The concept of water in design is best seen and understood through the disturbances that cause circular motions in the water, and also cause ripples, the curves, the spirals, and the waves.

Video on fluidity 


Fluidity from Tanner Hall on Vimeo.

Wednesday 14 March 2012

Water

                                                              
                      ~ Circular motions, Fluidity, Curvature, Ripples ~





Inspirations for Assignment 1 - Systems/Themes

WATER


SHELLS


ICE CRYSTALS