
Integrating Soft Robotics into Architectural Assemblies
The project described in this paper explores the integration of custom-made soft robotic muscles into a component-based surface. This project is part…
The project described in this paper explores the integration of custom-made soft robotic muscles into a component-based surface. This project is part…
Designing a multi-functional building envelope as an architectural façade, environmental interface and solar collector is a multi-objective explorati…
We are pleased to announce that for the first time, the Facade Tectonics Institute will include a poster presentation at their 2020 World Congress. The poster presentation will serve as a graphic representation of each poster author's research and findings.
Cost-effective, sustainable, self-actuating, thermally-responsive, bio-composite exo-skins that act like shields or cloaks for existing buildings cou…
Recent years have seen an increased use of insulated glazing units in spandrel applications to visually blend the appearance between the vision and s…
The ANFA Conference will explore, from a scientific basis, the range of human experiences that occur in context with elements of architecture, both exterior and interior. Abstracts will be accepted until February 28, 2021.
“The digital transformation will change everything” – with this quote in mind a deep look into the current facade business will be given with a speci…
The European climate and energy targets for 2020 demand significant improvement of the energy performance of buildings since one third of the end-use…
The Facade Tectonics Institute (FTI) announces a call for abstracts for our 2022 World Congress (2022WC) to be convened in Los Angeles on October 12-13. When it comes to the building facade there is much to talk about. And the Institute is aggressively inclusive, with the mission of bringing all...
Life cycle assessment was introduced in the 1970s as an analytical tool to quantify the environmental impact of a product, process, or service. Thoug…
This article discusses design, prototype development and a simulation study of novel types of facade systems, which integrate thermoelectric (TE) mat…
Navigating the building code, while challenging in any respect, can be even trickier when considering the use of emerging materials on building facad…
Parametric Design has become an invaluable tool for complex tasks like designing energy efficient buildings when joined to performance-based methodol…
To paraphrase Robert le Ricolias, the art of the structure is where to put the folds. Using that inspiration, fundamental concepts from origami, topo…
This study focuses on experiments in kinetics and architectural skins. More extensively, it introduces a solution for environmental design issues and…
Silicone materials have a long history in high performance building projects. Known for durability, they can reduce a building’s carbon footprint by …
Rising complexity in project design and sustainability goals has catapulted digital tools to the forefront of the AEC industry.
Recent years have seen an increase in the use of insulated glazing units (IGUs) in spandrel applications to visually blend the appearance between the…
Quickly exceeding new facade service life expectations for tall buildings imposed by increasing environmental, economic, and social pressures have cr…
The International Conference on Structures and Architecture, organised by the International Association of Structures & Architecture, is the world’s leading and largest global conference bridging the gap between Structures and Architecture. For the first time ICSA is to be held in Aalborg, Denmark.