This is a personal research project where I presented my findings using only visual representation.
Introduction
Parametric design is a fairly new technology that has been introduced into the architecture world. By using geometric parameters to
process design relations between input variables, we can explore a larger number of design solutions in a more efficient manner.
Additionally, the physical outputs of the algorithm process can be incredibly beautiful forms, yet still flexible to accommodate the
client and purpose of the project. Due to the program of the parameter produced forms, your work is always saved within the data you
input, making hundreds of small changes an easy fix.
process design relations between input variables, we can explore a larger number of design solutions in a more efficient manner.
Additionally, the physical outputs of the algorithm process can be incredibly beautiful forms, yet still flexible to accommodate the
client and purpose of the project. Due to the program of the parameter produced forms, your work is always saved within the data you
input, making hundreds of small changes an easy fix.
Putting aside all the benefits of parametric design, I want to pose a question: what else can parametric structures do, specifically after
construction, that benefits the inhabitants of the structure? So far, I have discovered many advantages for parametric design during
the design process, but have come upon concerns regarding the practicality of these structures and their ability to serve the occupants,
other than visual aesthetics. Additionally, parametric structures are very expensive to build due to all the custom parts and
nontraditional building methods. If a large amount of time and money were to be put into the design, I believe it should serve more
than the purpose of appearances.
construction, that benefits the inhabitants of the structure? So far, I have discovered many advantages for parametric design during
the design process, but have come upon concerns regarding the practicality of these structures and their ability to serve the occupants,
other than visual aesthetics. Additionally, parametric structures are very expensive to build due to all the custom parts and
nontraditional building methods. If a large amount of time and money were to be put into the design, I believe it should serve more
than the purpose of appearances.
To further explore my question, I have selected three case studies to research, Al Bahar Towers, The Elbphilharmonie and The Swatch
Omega Headquarters, to hopefully bring to light the potential of parametric structures.
Omega Headquarters, to hopefully bring to light the potential of parametric structures.
The Elbphilharmonie
Al Bahar Towers
The Swatch
Omega Headquarters
Omega Headquarters
