A I R STUDIO WENYI YANG , 618 498

2015 , Semester 1

WENYI YANG

Born in Shanghai || Raised in Singapore

I am a third year Bachelor of Environments student, majoring in Architecture.I came to Melbourne after finishing my secondary studies in Singapore. Since young, I love drawing and was fortunate enough to meet a good teacher, who inspired me to be-come a designer. I wasn’t entirely sure if I would like Architecture, when I first started my major. Through the span of my education, I began to understand the beauty in Architec-ture and would love to explore further.

I have some knowledge of Rhino from Virtual Environments, where we were asked to model and design a lantern.

Though, I am always in a struggle with Rhino. Nevertheless, I am confident in conquering my fear towards it. As my internship has broadened my experience with the real architec-tural world and emphasised the importance of computation.

Hopefully, through this challenging studio I will be able to master the language of Rhino. And I look forward to learning what Grasshopper can offer as well.

Introduction

A0 : Design Futuring

A1 : Design Computation A2 : Composition / Generation

TABLE OF CONTENT

A3 : Sketchbook

A4 : Conclusion

A5 : Learning Outcomes

A6 : References

Location: Abu Dhabi Climate : Intense Sunshine and

little Rainfall

The design is produced using parametric function to respond to the natural environ-ment and climatic situation of the site.

The interesting thing about this project is with its environmentally responsive external screen that operates like a curtain wall.

The screen sits two meters outside of the fa-cade with each triangle coated with fibreglass and programmed in a wa that it alters with the changing sunpaths to reduce solar gain and glare.

In my opinion, this project is an amalgation of practicality and sustainability. As it answers di-rectly to the needs of people using this building.

When evening comes, these panels will close up, helping to reduce an estimation of 50% of energy.

The design was made with a clear aim towards sustainability and to be able to cater to a series of distinct ecosystems which will enable the gardens to function with maximum environmental efficiency, and to

showcase those world habitats most at risk from climate change.

A computer controlled shading system and carbon neutral cooling tech-nologies have been integrated into the building to efficiently maintian

the climate within.

AL BAHAR TOWERS RESPONSIVE FACADE

A0: DESIGN FUTURING

Location : Singapore Climate: Hot and Humid

Purpose: Climate Controlled Conservatory

|| Aedas

The design was made with a clear aim towards sustainability and to be able to cater to a series of distinct ecosystems which will enable the gardens to function with maximum environmental efficiency, and to

showcase those world habitats most at risk from climate change.

A computer controlled shading system and carbon neutral cooling tech-nologies have been integrated into the building to efficiently maintian

the climate within.

GARDENS BY THE BAY || Wilkson Eyre Architects

A1 : DESIGN COMPUTATION

It is based on a common material behavior : elastic bending. The elastic bending be-havior define a series of behavioral com-ponents that spatially mediate an intricate network of forces.

The research project indicates how even a relatively simple behavior such as elastic bending can lead to novel design possibili-ties of bending active systems that are sur-prisingly versatile, complex and structurally effective.

ICD/ ITKE Research Pavilion 2010|| Institute Computational Design (ICD) & Institute of Building Structures and Structural Design (ITKE) ; University of Stuttgart

BeiJing Olympics Stadium

Softwares used: Rhino, 3D studio and Catia

This project employed the sophistication of parametric modeling, where one independent parametric model sit-ting within another.

The inner model controls the seating bowl. The outer roof model contains the now- familiar bird’s nest geometry.

In the case of the design of the seating bowl, parametric design fixes relationships between seating, supporting terraces and the stadium floor so that the view of any spectator is automatically optimized as a variety of options for bowl geometry are explored.

Difficulties faced during this project. As the model is dynamic, architects face difficulties in producing the 2 dimensional drawings as there are very few purely vertical elements. Hence making the documentation drawings very complex and challenging for the builders as well.

|| Herzog and Demuron

Michael Hansmeyer is an architect and programmer, who uses a generative method of metamorphosis to create intricate and delicate details on these columns.

This process can be run again and again with different parameters to create endless per-mutations of columns. The result is a series of columns that exhibit both highly specific local conditions as well as an overall conti-nuity and coherency. He generates the design by inputting indi-vidual segments into the output of polylines and subsequently more advanced forms will be derived. The use of morphogenesis allows him to take control of his design.

MICHAEL HANSMEYER COLUMN 2011 || Michael Hansmeyer

A2: COMPOSTION / GENERATION

|| Vlad Tenu

MINIMAL COMPLEXITY

This project is an architectural research focusing on both form-finding and the fabrication of minimal surface structures. The project seeks to find how the transla-tion from the computational space to the built work could be embodied into this dual process.

The set of algorithms produced is derived from the principle behind the state of quilibrium of natural organsims - correla-tion to the conservation of energy. And the result shows an emergence of quality self-organisation similar to the one found in nature.

The final metallic prototype is composed of 148 identical reflected regions of 16 dif-ferent pieces each, followed by a detailed structural analysis done by Buro Happold. I find the product very interesting as I am amazed by how minimal surfaces have ex-traordinary structural properties,, uniform distribution of loads and their stiffness increases with the increase in complexity.

A3 : SKETCHBOOK

A5: CONCLUSION

Design computation has definitely provided opportunities of integrating physical prop-erties and material behavior as generative drivers in the architectural design process. Hence, architectural form, material forma-tion and structural performance can be considered simultaneously. The advent of computation has allowed architectural designs to be defined by material rather than most traditional approaches such as a drawn scheme. Additionally, it has also increased both time and cost efficiency.

Today’s archtecture is definitely taking on a new path, where the introduction of design computation such as parametric designs have started to shift architecture from traditional practice to innovative and endless explora-tions in the digital world.

Design Futuring is definitely an essential topic for architects today to ve aware of. As sky-scrapers rise and dominates our skyline, it is inevitable for me to wonder what kind of envi-ronment will be people of the future be living in. Hence, the increase attention in sustain-ability is of utmost importance in architecture.

A6 : LEARNING OUTCOMES

This series of precedent studies has allowed me to think further and deeper about what Architecture truly stands. Coupled with

my first hand experience with Rhino and Grasshopper, I have also realised that there is an infinite amount of possibilities to

designing. It may also be an endless journey of exploration and discovery into the world of computation, design, materials and

many more.

A7 : REFERENCES

BOOK REFERENCE

Fry, Tony (2008), Design Futuring: Sustainability, Ethics and New Practice (Oxford: Berg), pp 1-16

Kottas, Dimitris (2013), Digital Architecture: New Applications (Barcelona), pp. 152-155

Littlefield, David (2008), Space Craft: Developments in Architectural Computing, pp. 174-176

Menges, Achim (2012), Material Computation: Higher Integration in Morphogenic Design, pp.44-

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IMAGE REFERENCE

Personal Photograph - Myself

Personal Photograph - Completed Work from Virtual Environments 2013

Arup, ‘ Beijing Olympics Stadium’ < http://www.arup.com/Projects/Chinese_National_Stadium.

aspx > [Accessed 18 March]

ICD University of Stuttgart, ‘ ICD/ITKE Research Pavilion 2010’ < http://icd.uni-stuttgart.

de/?p=4458> [Accessed 18 March]

Vlad Tenu, ‘ Minimal Complexity’ < http://designplaygrounds.com/deviants/minimal-complexity-

by-vlad-tenu/> [Accessed 18 March]

Wilkinson Eyre Architect, ‘Gardens by the Bay Cooled Conservatories’ < http://www.wilkinsoney-

re.com/projects/singapore-gardens-by-the-bay.aspx?category=sport-and-leisure> [Accessed 18

March]