Algorithmic Design for Traditional Bobbin Lace Methods
| Date | 2017-09-01 |
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| Authors | Daniel Nunes Locatelli, Arthur Hunold Lara, Thiago Henrique Omena, Ruy Marcelo de Oliveira Pauletti |
| Place | IASS 2017 |
| Language | English |
| Link | Paper at IASS 2017 |
This paper investigates the potential application of digital tools in designing and fabricating textile weaves through the combined use of form finding and the traditional bobbin lace technique.
The work explores how a traditional handcrafted method could lead to a new approach surrounding parametric and generative design in conjunction with digital fabrication technologies. The complete investigation is grounded on several case studies of renowned architects who have their work inspired by nature, such as Buckminster Fuller and Frei Otto.
These case studies reverse-engineer their work using a popular visual programming language accessible to most professionals. Considering the growing importance of digital processes in design due to their fast and optimized results, it is imperative that architects adapt to this new workflow.
This thesis show how computational design can incorporate a traditional and unexpected subject with great spatial control. It is also an introduction to the dynamic relaxation process and a possible application of an evolutionary algorithm in architecture and design. Finally, the algorithm developed was used to propose a hammock-like chair prototype.
