M3 JOURNAL TEMPLATE

Foundations of Design : Representation, SEM1, 2017 M3 JOURNAL - PATTERN vs SURFACE Shirley Tan Min Huey

Studio Tutor: Carl Areskoug + Studio Number 15

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WEEK 6 READING: SURFACES THAT CAN BE BUILT FROM PAPER IN ARCHITECTURAL GEOMETRY Question 1: What are the three elementary types of developable surfaces? Provide a brief description.

(Maximum 100 words) The three elementary types of developable surfaces are cylinders, cone and tangent surfaces of space curves which all share a common feature in that they are special ruled surfaces. . The surface of cylinders are formed by parallel lines or parallel extrusion while cones are formed by central extrusion.

Intangent surfaces, each tangent plane is a tangent to the surface for the entire ruling which is forned by the union of the tangent lines to the curve.

Question 2: Why is the understanding of developable surface is critical in the understanding of architectural geometry? Choose one precedent from Research/Precedents tab on LMS as an example for your discussion. (Maximum 100 words) I have chosen the honeycomb canopy research as an example . The structural steel system was developed to achieve precise sun control and a great way to fabricate the structure is through the idea of developable surfaces. Developable surfaces are important in a sense that they make complex curves or shapes, possible to be built out in architecture and enable architects and designers to expand their creativity and go beyong the limits in ther design and not be restrained by the limits of construction

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PANELLING 2D PATTERN

2d Panelling, Pattern: Triangular

2d Panelling, Pattern: Dense

2d Panelling, Pattern: Tribasic

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VARIABLE 2D PATTERN

This is created with custom 2d variable panelling from grid using point attractors and an octagonal shape within a bounding box as the custom curve/shape. The contrast and gradual changes in sizes, gives a flow to the structure

Created out of a hexagonal shape using the normal custom 2d panelling instead of the variable one. Gives

This is a custom 2d panelling made out of triangular shapes and created with the pull curves option turned on in Rhino

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3D PANEL TEST PROTOTYPE & TEMPLATE

Unroll template of test prototype consist of 4 panels.

Certain parts have been exploded due to everlapping of the unrolled folds. Due to its complexity, surfaces have overlapped and i’ve exploded and separated overlapping surfaces so that they are printable and foldable. However, the process of cutting and putting them togrther is extremely time consuming and calls for a slightly simpler design

This is a test prototype of the panel shape constructed in Rhino. Due to its complexity, surfaces have overlapped and i’ve exploded and separated overlapping surfaces so that they are printable and foldable. This was a test to see if exploding the main fold and separated folds will work and fold properly or not. and it did so i proceeded to inncorporate this design in my model

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WEEK 7 READING: DIGITAL FABRICATION Complete your reading before attempting these questions:

Question 1: What is digital fabrication and how does it change the understanding of two dimensional representation? (Maximum 100 words) Digital fabrication is the use of digital three-dimensionals 3D softwares like CAD to model 3D sturctures for production. Digital practices have the potential to narrow the gap between representation and building as it creates a connection between the 2D and 3D and calibrate between virtual model and physical artefacts. Digital fabrication enhance design thinking and expands the boundaries of archtectural form and construction

Question 2: Suggest two reasons why folding is used extensively in the formal expression of building design? (Maximum 100 words) There is a structural component to folding where different forms and structures can be created through folding flat surfaces. The other reason is its conceptual aspect where through folding the same continuous surface can form the wall, roof and ceiling of a building. Basically, it can be unrolled continuusly and folded into a structural mass

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EXPLORING 3D PANELLING

I’ve used point attractors at the 2 diagonally opposite corners to create the effect of the two corners building up towards the middle. After trying out curve attractors away from grid when making the offset grid, i’ve decided to use attractors towards instead as it creates greater height and depth in my panelling design. I’ve explored a range of different module structures to create my panel, and have chosen a complex yet simple one to create the effect i want and to avoid overlapping of my folds.

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UNROLL TEMPLATE OF YOUR FINAL MODEL ROW

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This is my unroll template, with a few custom tabs made due to narrow spaces that don’t allow room for tab distance and recess values that i’ve entered.

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PANELISED LANDSCAPE

This is my panelised landscape. I want to create an effect of holes opening up and i did it with the four sided star as it is the creates that effect distinctly. My terrain is quite flat, therefore i thought this effect could make my panel landscape more striking as a whole. Another effect i want to achieve is simplicity as well. The closed up build up from the corners look like mountains when viewed.

Though the holes don’t properly open up due to the folding, the desired effect is still satisfied

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APPENDIX

Constructed different designs in rhino to achieve simple yet beautiful complexity and feasibility. The 4 sided star is the main element in my designs

Tested with curve attractor towards and away from grid as well as point attractor, curve attractors for 3d panelling

After the panels are unfolded, the template is arranged and exported to illustrator then printed out on A1 paper and overlaid on 300 gsm card and secured with bull nose clips.

The paper and card is then scored and cut out according to the template

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Played with different interactions and pattern for the 2D/3D panels. Symmetry is the main element here

The cut outs and folded and tabs glued together to form the 3D and 2D panels

Tabs on panels are glued together to form the whole

The completed model

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