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We are interested, then, in everything from the intelligent application of traditional techniques to advanced digital processes in which digital fabrication entails the use of computers not only as design tools but also as tools for self-production.” IAAC Website
Focusing on the high-tech portion of the brief we are considering a flexible building skeleton
that can be initiated by the user and adapt and transform over time. Environmental cues and user behavior would determine the size, shape, and performance of the structure. As the structure optimizes itself in relation to the climate it has been situated in, and in relation to the movements of the inhabitants, data would stream to the Internet. This information would compile into a database that records top-performing building shapes and sizes and further optimizes existing and future structures.
Secondary ideas about initial shape of structure
1. With Biomorph land from Out of Control in mind, the user would be presented with an
initial selection of nine structure types. The user would select preferred aesthetics and eventually
arrive at a unique structure. This selected structure would form on site through digital control of
the flexible skeleton and then continue to optimize over time.
2. A second idea that could potentially be incorporated into the first would be to allow users to
select structures from a catalog of known architectural forms. Villa Savoye, Bachelor House,
whatever. The house would then optimize over time and destroy the original form. Nanobot
paint was under discussion for the implementation of this idea.
We have decided to allot another week or two to research before we begin to model anything. The IAAC website implies a preference for low-tech solutions in some places
(encourage individuals all over the world to build houses with the means available locally). We might consider revising this initial proposal. And at any rate we still need a clearer idea.7 Comments so far
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way to go- it looks great- lets get the posts going-
Comment by SY July 12, 2007 @ 7:35 pmquestion
can we add posts or just comments?????
My page shows a New Post button @ the top of the page. Don’t know if this is for admin only or available to all. If not available to all will need to change.
Someone else needs to try to create new post.
Comment by jasonpierce July 12, 2007 @ 9:56 pmGood job on site — ill post later what ive been working on once ive heard back from a few people.
Comment by jonbailey July 12, 2007 @ 10:26 pmis your GC working?? we’re going to need that i believe… not sure if mine still works – wont let me make a point…
Comment by jonbailey July 13, 2007 @ 10:24 pmMine is still working. We are going to need it unless we just want to fake results (which is an option i guess)
Comment by Jason July 14, 2007 @ 8:53 amNice work Jason on sitting this up its pretty dope.
Comment by dylan July 16, 2007 @ 7:56 pmhey when is the next meeting? i thought it was tonight but i never heard anything — let me know…
Comment by jonbailey July 16, 2007 @ 10:50 pm