FILIP NYBORG PORTFOLIO
FILIP NYBORG
filip.nyborg@gmail.com
(+47) 929 63 870
Utdanning
Aarhus School of Architecture, AARHUS 2020 - 2022 Architect MAA RIBA part II
Central Academy of Fine Arts, BEIJING 2018 Utveksling
Aarhus School of Architecture, AARHUS 2016 - 2019 BA Architecture
Erfaring
Aarhus School of Architecture, AARHUS 2022 - 2023 Forskningsassistent og assisterende underviser
Aarhus School of Architecture, AARHUS 2022 - 2023 Verner overgaards scholarship for techonlogy and design
Gwyllim Jahn & Cameron Newnham + Soomeen Hahm Design + Igor Pantic, TALLINN 2019 AR assisted fabrication and construction of pavillion for Tallinn Architecture Biennale, Workshop
Pir II Arkitekter, OSLO 2019-2020 praksisplass
Referanser
Niels Martin Larsen, AARHUS SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE Lektor, Cand.arch., ph.d. nml@aarch.dk
+45) 8936 0304
Harald S. Thaulow, PIR II ARKITEKTER Fagleder arkitektur Harald.Thaulow@pir2.no
(+47) 976 84 308
Offering for the wandering dune
Structural cast glass towers situated in the path of the Råbjerg Mile sand dune, 8. semester assigment
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Larvikite torsional floor // genetic algorithm(ongoing) Research, Aarhus school of architecture LAB 3, co-author / research assistant
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Proposal for community center in Feldballe 6. semester assignment
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Memories of the Future
A case for ornament in an economy with no space for craftsmen, Thesis research project
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Proposal for new intercity busterminal in central copenhagen 9. semester assignment
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Research project (ongoing)
scholarship for research at aarhus school of architecture from Verner overgård familiens fond
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Exploration of procedural compute shaders
Part of 8. semster assignment
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Offering for the wandering dune
Structural cast glass towers situated in the path of the Råbjerg Mile sand dune, 8. semester assigment
The Wandering Dune is a captivating natural phenomenon that has journeyed across the landscape for centuries, originating from the ocean 300 years ago and destined to return in another 300 years. Rather than futilely attempting to preserve this inherently self-destructive marvel, my proposal seeks to honor the passage of time and embrace the dune’s transient nature. By narrating the story of its grandeur, the project aims to showcase the vastness and scale of the Wandering Dune, allowing future generations to appreciate its ephemeral beauty and the profound lessons it offers on the impermanence of all things.
Positioned strategically between Skagen and Frederikshavn, five glass towers stand tall, serving as sentinels in the path of the wandering Råbjerg Mile Dune. Conceived to endure the test of time and gracefully withstand erosion, these edifices prepare for a transformative encounter with the powerful forces of nature.
As the dune advances, the towers undergo a metamorphosis, their purpose transmuted from ethereal spires to inky, bottomless wells as the sand slowly engulfs the structures. Once the dune has traveled beyond the towers, they emerge, reborn and forever changed by the experience. The towers now bear the remnants of the dune, visibly eroded and etched with the memories of their encounter, a testament to the dynamic and ever-changing nature of this extraordinary phenomenon.
Wind direction matters
Parabolic dunes are formed by unidirectional wind, therefore we can define a windward (Ww) and a leeward (Lw) side depending on the wind direction(Wd).
Erosion and deposition
The top layer on the windward side of the dune is deposited on the leeward side, this is the main mechanic of the dunes movement.
Notice how the crest (C) of a dune is the area with neither erosion nor deposition.
Vegetation growth criteria Anchoring effect
For plant growth two criteria must be met; Staticity is only suitable near the crest, where erosion is minmal. Humidity scales negeative with height (H) due to the low water retention, inturn limiting growth by height (Vh). In the figure growth are impossible due to Vh < Crest height (Ch)
If the criteria for plant growth are met, vegetation retards erosion and heighten water retention thus having an anchoring effect. Vegetation can stablize a dune completely if the crieteria allows it.
Vegetation growth on crest
With unidirectional wind and sufficient wind strength, barchanoid dunes are formed. The barchanoid dune consist of a backslope, crest, slipface and wings. A windward and a leeward side is also defined.
The Crest height increases towards the center of the dune, while humidity decreases. Vegeation can only grow at the crest where erosion and depostion is minimal and the requirements for humidity are met.
Vegetation can grow on C where Vh≥Ch
Increased staticity on leeward side due to vegetation
The new established vegetation is now limiting the deposition of sand on the leeward side of the dune. This allows for more vegetation in the marked area.
Shearing and trasnformation to parabolic dune
The anchoring effect of the vegetation is now limiting the movement of the dune wings, this results in a shearing effect at Ch=Vh and the transformation from barchanoid to parabolic dune.
The three stages of the towers life, before, during and after the passage of the dune. All three stages contribute with distinct celebratory functions. Analogous to how people deal with life and passage, these otherwise nonproductive rites are nonetheless extremely important to us.
Research project (ongoing)
Aarhus school of architecture LAB 3, co-author / research assistant
In this research project, I have contributed by developing a genetic algorithm aimed at optimizing the arrangement of a set of irregular stone slabs within a grid. The main objective of this algorithm is to achieve the best possible fit among the stone slabs by evaluating and scoring of neighboring members. While a perfect fit may not be attainable, the algorithm strives to maximize the overall compatibility between adjacent polygons, ultimately resulting in a more harmonious layout.
The genetic algorithm employs an iterative process to refine the polygon placement gradually, drawing inspiration from the principles of natural selection and genetic inheritance. By simulating generations of possible arrangements, the algorithm progressively evolves towards an optimal solution, ensuring that the most successful configurations are carried forward and improved upon over time.
This project demonstrates my interest in exploring computational techniques and showcases my ability to develop problem-solving strategies for complex spatial challenges. The sorting algorithm has been designed for use in a structural stone floor, building on the Webb Yates’ project ”Back to the Stone Age.”
Initialize population Rank population
[ B, H, I, F, G, A, C, E, D]
[ E, A, D, I, H, G, B, F, C]
[ ... ]
[ B, H, I, F, G, A, C, E, D] score 4230.1
[ E, A, D, I, H, G, B, F, C] score 3490.5
[ A, B, I, G, F, D, E, C, H] score 2700.5
Elitism & mutate
[ E, A, I, G, F, D, B, H, C] Mutate
[ A, B, D, I, H, G, E, C, F] Kept
Choose mating pool CrossOver (PMX)
[ B, H, I, F, G, A, C, E, D] Pass score 4230.1
[ E, A, D, I, H, G, B, F, C] Picked score 3490.5
[ A, B, I, G, F, D, E, C, H] Picked score 2700.5
[ E, A, D, I, H, G, B, F, C] Parent1
[ A, B, I, G, F, D, E, C, H] Parent2
[ E, A, I, G, F, D, B, H, C ] Child2
[ A, B, D, I, H, G, E, C, F] Child1
Genetic algorithm
A genetic algorithm is an optimization technique inspired by natural evolution. It works through an iterative process involving selection, crossover, and mutation. A population of candidate solutions is evolved over time to find the best solution for a given problem. Each iteration (generation) consists of evaluating the fitness of each solution, selecting the best ones
(parents), combining their traits (crossover), and introducing random changes (mutation). This process continues until a stopping criterion is met, such as reaching a desired fitness or a maximum number of generations.
vA3(1,-20)
vA0(20,-2)
The outlines of the scanned stone slabs are abstracted to sets of four vectors refering to the original slab. This is significantly faster than using the original geoemtry as the genetic algorithm does millions of calculations in a single run.
The whole assembly is also decoded down the the least ammount of data needed to keep track of the references to the slabs and the orientation and position in the grid.
vA2(-22,-15)
vA3(1,-20)
vA0(20,-2)
vA1(1,35)
(3, 1, False), (16, 3, False), (15, 1, True), (17, 1, True), (14, 1, True), (1, 1, False), (18, 3, False), (4, 2, False), (0, 2, False), (7, 1, False), (5, 3, False), (6, 3, False), (9, 1, False), (10, 1, False), (13, 1, False), (2, 1, True)
GENERATION
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MEMORIES OF THE FUTURE
A case for ornament in an economy with no space for craftsmen
Thesis research project
Throughout this research, my work has been divided into three interconnected categories: the aesthetic, the practical, and the technical. The aesthetic aspect involves design exploration, collaboration with artist Astrid Specht Seeberg, and engagement with architectural and philosophical theories, utilizing aesthetic judgment to inform my approach.
The practical component considers historical and contemporary building practices, sustainability, economic feasibility, and the unique challenges of today’s construction industry. By thoroughly examining these practical applications, I’ve allowed constraints to inform both design and production.
The technical dimension entails problem-solving within CAD, CAM, and robotic systems, as well as mastering the properties and processes associated with working with clay, from shaping and drying to glazing and firing ceramics.
These three categories have been integral throughout the entire project, from theoretical discussions to the final design and fabrication of the architectural system. Each category informs the others, creating a holistic approach that enriches the architectural experience and ensures that no single aspect is overlooked.
This research explores the possibilities of merging traditional ceramic craftsmanship with contemporary automation technologies within the construction industry. Driven by a passion for harnessing the artistic potential of clay as a versatile, malleable material, the study addresses the limitations of existing fabrication methods regarding design flexibility and customization.
The proposed ”hybrid” approach, which combines extrusion with robotic sculpting or carving techniques, capitalizes on the highly optimized and automated infrastructure of brick production. By integrating these two facets, the approach not only grants designers increased freedom and adaptability in their work but also leverages the economic efficiency inherent in standard brick fabrication processes.
A) Extruding and cutting. A homogenous mix of clay with the correct hummitidy is forced through a die profile and carried on a conveyor belt to the cutter to be divided to specified length.
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B) Dispatching some of the clay profiles to an array of 6-axis robots for machining. Design-choices and geometry the extrusion worflow cannot produce are made at this step. The clay profiles are added back to the conveyor seamlessly ready for drying and firing with the rest of the profiles. c
C) Some designs could require a human eye or touch. The robot array can work in tandem with a craftsperson or artist as qualitycontroll for the machined designs, or work on completly intuitive designs only aided by the robot array for more repetitive tasks.
Proposal for new intercity busterminal in central copenhagen
9. semester assignment
This proposal introduces a much needed terminal for the intercity buses arriving in central Copenhagen, utilizing the underused space in front of the main train station. With limited development opportunities in the city center, the project focuses on enhancing existing qualities and axes, rather than detracting from them. The low-profile building not only provides shelter from rain but also acts as a lantern in the dark, illuminating the area and enhancing safety. By shielding pedestrians from car traffic, the design fosters a pedestrian-friendly piazza that creates a secure environment, benefiting the train station and surrounding neighborhoods alike.
Research project (ongoing)
scholarship for research at aarhus school of architecture from Verner overgård familiens fond
In my research, I concentrate on devising tailored techniques and processes for crafting distinct clay modules utilizing robotic technology, with a focus on industry-specific approaches. By partnering with the renowned brick manufacturer ”Randers Tegl,” I have acquired valuable knowledge and refined my methodology to better align with industrial practices.
My work entails employing Python within the Rhino environment to regulate robotics for accurate clay slicing and handling. This research contributes to the investigation of robotics and personalized fabrication in the field of architecture. Through collaboration with industry experts and the development of
bespoke Python scripts in Rhino, my goal is to create practical solutions that improve the design and construction processes for architects and builders.
The majority of my research is dedicated to formulating processes for molding clay. This requires the creation of a specialized CAM-library, as malleable clay is not compatible with conventional CNC workflows. Utilizing Python in the Rhino environment, I have developed customized surface offsets and toolpath generators that are then converted to RAPID code for use with six-axis robots equipped with custom tool inserts.
In conclusion, my research objective is to create a functional prototype that combines both standard and modified bricks. This will serve as a means to test and validate the fabrication technique, as well as to demonstrate the aesthetic potential and limitations of the approach.
Exploration of procedural compute shaders
Part of 8. semster assignment
