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Bending-Active
Structural
Pavilion
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The goal of my research is to achieve a double-curved prototype in building-scale which is easily assembled and uses material efficiently. The thesis provides a geometric strategy that integrates computational design, advanced fabrication methods and materials research.
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Role
Bachelor Thesis
Timeline
1 year
Completed
05/2017
Credits
Supervisor : Yan-Wen Shao
Tools
Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper, Laser cutter, 3D-Printing
Role & Activities
In the digital age, as an architect, I have proposed methodologies from computational design to digital fabrication. In this research, I conducted material experiments and prototyped a series of conceptual models. It is an iterative design process between physical model and digital design.
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As a designer and researcher, I propose the problem statement is how to design and fabricate a structural double-curved building-scale prototype based on materiality.
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Building-Scale Prototype
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The pavilion achieves its iconic shape through the extensive curvature present in the building material. The process is based on maximizing the overall double curvature of a surface to create its volume and take advantage of its structural capacities.
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Detail
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It reduces assembly time and uses materials efficiently through computational design and optimized digital manufacturing workflows. The resulting pavilion maximizes structural stress.
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Assembly Drawing
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The Bending-Active Structural Pavilion is 2.75 meters high and has an area of 2.5x2.67 square meters. Because of its lightweight construction, I can prefabricate it and easily ship it from my university to the exhibit.
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At Architecture Undergraduate Thesis Design Expo.
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I installed the lights within the duct structure of the pavilion and demonstrated its spatial experience.
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Nightview
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Close Up
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In addition to bending the active structure pavilion, I also selected four sections of the pavilion with different curvatures and fabricated them out of plywood, plastic, and galvanized iron for further study.
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Further Research with Materials
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Welcome to watch the video below to get more details and fabrication processes.
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Bachelor Thesis Design