Kinetic Facade Design

from Architecture Portfolio - Mariam Ghaly

Sanctuary of Time- Design V- State of Consciousness

In the Primary phase we opted to test out the tessellation through a paper model, to test the movement, shape and change in form. By creating the 6 segments on one square unit, created a collapsible property that relies on the crease memory of the material(paper in this instance). A series of this one square unit created a collapsing rectangle, when these rectangles are joined vertically with half a square unit offset, a collapsing plane is created that is able to shrink and expand on demand to cover a certain area

After researching and testing several tessellation arrangements to reach a satisfactory composition and study the mechanism to reach sustainability aspect, where it has introduced the main parameters for developing building façade concept. We focused on different façade techniques in terms of natural ventilation, and energy consumption and its role in enhancing the inner environment.

The final addition was the automation using an arduino, stepper motor and a light sensor for the facade to become dynamic and active to open and close based on light intensity.

Azbakiya Kiosks -Books and Refreshments

National Competition - Honorable Mention - Groupwork

We were inspired in our design by the beauty of Azbakeya District, its history over the years, and how people have interacted and used the spaces surrounding the azbakeya garden, creating unique identities through their uses. We combined elements and inspirations to create two exclusive kiosks that serve and support the identities of each part of “Soor Al Azbakiya”. The book kiosk maintains an Identity through the ever evolving arabic calligraphy on its wall. On the other hand the refreshments kiosk pays tribute to the elements that were key in the identity of the azbakeya garden in the past. Ranging from distinct plants to the boats used long ago to commute the azbakeya lake or the motifs found in the music kiosk.