INNOVATION CENTER

The Innovation Center is a museum of art that showcases human ingenuity and celebrates technological advancements. Its design and forward-thinking purpose create an immersive experience, featuring a large gallery area, a modern media lab, a café, and an educational space. Wassily Kandinsky's abstract art and other sculptural works served as inspiration for the center's design, which features fluid curves and geometric elements that highlight modern technological forms. The interior showcases technology's use in daily activities with interactive projects, virtual reality experiences, and immersive installations. The flexible floor plan fosters a collaborative environment, and the center uses eco-friendly materials and energy-saving technologies to promote peaceful coexistence between technology and the environment. The center serves as an illustration of the relationship between technology, art, and human innovation, promoting teamwork and exploration.

Net Homes

Net Zero Homes in Northeastern Thailand

In the midst of my teaching journey in Thailand, my passion for design led me to participate in an architectural competition. Through personal experience and conducting research, I learned more about the region of Thailand in which I lived and sought to design a home that could influence more sustainable agricultural practices. Drawing inspiration from traditional Thai designs, I designed Net homes.

Esan, northeastern Thailand, has experienced rapid changes in traditional agriculture practices over the past 10–20 years. This “agrarian transformation” has led to increased household debt, biodiversity loss, soil depletion, erosion, and community cohesion. The project aims to support small-scale farming, decrease household debts, and increase community relationships, ultimately boosting the rural economy and reducing the burden of commercial farming.

Compact Plan

Split Second Level

Plan Net Homes | Fall 2022

PV Solar panels

NET homes promote sustainable agricultural practices like vertical farming and aquaponics, allowing families to practice subsistence-oriented farming. These practices reduce land, water, and energy consumption, grow yearround crops, and eliminate chemical fertilizers. Additionally, NET homes create Third Spaces for community gatherings, generating commerce and reducing environmental impacts. This approach promotes biodiversity and stability in a nation reliant on agriculture.

Additional Works

This collection of projects in addition to my other works stands out as vibrant examples of my proficiency in 3D printing and modeling, woodworking, and parametric design. By leveraging programs like Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper, I delve into the infinite potential of parametric design, continuously pushing the boundaries of creativity and precision.

In these projects, I have seamlessly fused digital tools with manual skills to breathe life into captivating designs. Whether it’s meticulously crafting 3D-printed models or investing time in handcrafted wooden pieces, each project exudes a harmonious blend of digital innovation and craftsmanship.

Through my exploration of these projects, I showcase the dynamic intersection between technology and craftsmanship. By navigating the possibilities of 3D printing, modeling, woodworking, and parametric design, I strive to create compelling works that push the boundaries of what is achievable in the field of architecture and design.