Architecture
Grafting Architecture: Catalonia at Venice by Arch Daily
Synopsis:
Just as biological grafting can permanently unite two trees,
preexisting structures can be modernized, or grafted, with a new idea or notion that generates a building that is both contemporary and
recognizable. This idea of “grafted architecture” whereby the modern is intertwined with the preexisting architecture can be identified
across many centuries.
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| Restoration of Church of L’Hospitalet (1981-1984) José Antonio Martínez Lapeña and Elías Torres Tur |
Arch Daily 2014,Grafting Architecture: Catalonia at Venice, Available from: <http://www.archdaily.com/506003/grafting-architecture-catalonia-at-venice/>. [13 May2014]
Architectural Computing
Seaweed, Salt, Potatoes, & More: Seven Unusual Materials with Architectural Applications by Arch Daily
One of the newest trending technology at the moment is 3D printing whereby printers have infinite possibility to be able to print any conceivable object. Young architects willign to embrace the technology envision entire built environments made by "additive fabrication". A variety of printing materials are already on offer from durable cement
polymer bricks in impossibly complex geometric shapes, to wood, chocolate, paper,
salt, nylon, and acrylic.
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Its “Saltygloo”—an igloo made of modular salt panels demonstrates how printed materials can create visual interest and add interactivity within a space |
Metropolis Magazine, 2014,Mind Blowing Materials: Creating a New World of Possibilities, Available from: <http://www.metropolismag.com/April-2014/Source-Materials/index.php?cparticle=2&siarticle=1#artanc>. [13 May2014]
Engineering
Get ready for the Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) revolution in structural design and build by
CLT is a product that, from European experience, shows promise in
providing our industry with many new advantages over the use of
traditional building materials. Due to the ability to manufacture large
scale CLT panels, (up to 3m wide and 16.5m long), engineers can overcome the limitations normally encountered
when using single timber elements.
Apart from these technical advantages in structural design, CLT panels
can be produced very economically in a factory environment. In turn this
also means wall and floor panels can be produced to a high degree of
detailed prefabrication. This not only keeps the costs of materials down
but also shortens the build time required.
Architecture and Design, 2014, Get ready for the Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) Revolution in Structural Design and Build, Available from: <http://www.architectureanddesign.com.au/comment/get-ready-for-the-cross-laminated-timber-clt-revol>. [13 May2014]
Distinctive and Significant Theory Mashup
Just as biological grafting can permanently unite two trees, pre-existing structures can be modernised, or grafted, with a new idea or notion that, despite being totally different, is still able to achieve harmony.This can be seen through the notion of a bridge intersecting with the mountainside, allowing for spaces within the bridge as well as inside the mountain side itself. 3D printing can now also be utilised to easily create unusual repetitive shapes that have have previously never been able to be mass produced due to their uniqueness or inability to cast such intricate shapes .i.e. Metal 3D printing is now allowing architects to create interlocking metals beams to an accuracy of mm, within having to worry about tolerance. Lastly, CTL is one of the easiest ways in order to build a building due to its superior ability to resist weather as well as it strength in compression. This makes it an ideal material choice for interior structure and cladding due to its natural beauty as well.
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