CODA

ADAPTIVE INTERFACE| Light, Space and Comfort Florence, Italy | Berlin, Germany Summer 2012 Faculty: Ulrike Passe Karl Hennig Sandra Palacio Angeline Raisa Tjandra In the next century the climate is expected to change in Berlin, Germany to resemble that of Florence, Italy. By studying traditional building technology of Florence, utilizing parametric modeling and extensive site analysis, a building is proposed that will be appropriate for Berlin’s changing climate.

Adjustable panels react horizontally to daily sun angles allowing or blocking solar radiation.

Enclosed courtyards provide shading while funneling summer winds for natural ventilation.

A dense multi-use program considers the compact footprint the building surrounds.