RESPONSIVE DESIGN: Parametric, Algorithmic & Kinetic Workshop
Where: Beirut Arab University - Tripoli
When:
Phase one: Parametric Algorithmic Design - February 27-28, 2016
Phase two: Kinetic Responsive Design - March 4-6, 2016
Organizer: Mostafa R. A. Khalifa
Workshop Program:
Phase One
Day 1
- Opening lecture on Algorithmic Added Design
- Tutorials and introductions to NURBS modeling with Rhino
- Parametric modeling tutorials with Grasshopper
- Grasshopper processes, algorithmic logic and data management
- Essential mathematical functions and logical operations
- Projects assignments, groups divisions, project phase’s schedule
Day 2
- Form finding methods and theories for architecture
- Training on physical algorithms using Kangaroo plug-in
- Catenary systems on curves, catenary on surfaces, and mesh relaxation
- Algorithms and design inspirations
- Subdivision algorithms, paneling tools
- Responsive materials, structural optimizations
- Project phase one submission
Day 3
- Envelope pattern optimizations for natural lighting
- Kinetic Architecture introduction and projects examples
- Responsive material analysis and design systems
- Kinetic facades and dynamic pattern
- Training on Arduino and preparing digital models for kinetic simulation
Phase Two
Day 4
- Environmental sensors, design reaction
- Lighting sensors, temperature sensors
- Smart and embedded systems for architecture
- Architectural models movements and mechanisms
Day 5
- Wireless controllers for Grasshopper
- Mobile controllers
- Projects final submission
Day 66
- Finalizing students projects
- Models fabrications and sensors installations, documenting reactions
- Final project ourcomes
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