PROCESSING MATTER / 17.05.11
Programme:
14:00 Sergio Pineda (Welsh School of Architecture) Opening comments
14:30 Michael Grau (Zaha Hadid Architects)
15:00 Break
15:15 Daniel Widrig
15:45 Christina Doumpioti (Architectural Association, EmTech)
16:15 Break
16:30 Francis Aish (Foster + Partners)
17:00 Michael Knauss (ETH, Zurich)
17:30 Break
17:45 Discussion
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Introduction: The evolving convergence of computation and physicality
Digital advances are defining a new momentum in the way architects and designers process matter. The convergence of computational design, material science, bio-structural research and the accelerated development of digitized manufacturing is leading to remarkable innovations in our understanding of matter and process.
For instance, the ability to digitally synthesize biological nano-geometries has had a significant impact at different scales in design, from artificial osseous tissue for medical implants to developments in seismic-resistant structures. Forensic algorithms for the analysis of war-zone debris have initiated a new era against impunity where illegal attacks can be simulated (and exposed) from material evidence found in war scenes. Large scale digitized manufacturing of buildings is going through an accelerated development in parallel to the appearance of affordable 3d printing intended to be used by children. And the properties of responsive materials are being digitally simulated and designed for multiple purposes – energy conservation, water conservation or atmospheric narratives.
The Processing Matter seminar seeks to debate and make sense of the developing relationship between digital process and physical matter, and the way it is enabling architects and designers to address the significant challenges of our time.
(Image credit: Vegetal by Daniel Widrig)
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Supported by the Welsh School of Architecture, Design Circle RSAW South and CEBE
