Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design
This paper explores non-deterministic parametric modelling as a design tool. Specifically, it addresses the application of parametric variables to the generation of a conceptual bridge design and the use of repeatable discrete components to the conceptual form. In order to control the generation of...
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| description | This paper explores non-deterministic parametric modelling as a design tool. Specifically, it addresses the application of parametric variables to the generation of a conceptual bridge design and the use of repeatable discrete components to the conceptual form. In order to control the generation of the bridge form, a set of design variables based on the concept of a law curve have been developed. These design variables are applied and tested through interactive modelling and variation, driven by manipulating the law curve. Combining this process with the application and control of a repeatable element, known as a Representative Volumetric Element (RVE), allows for the development and exploration of a design solution that could not be achieved through the use of conventional computer modelling. The competition brief for the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) ‘Dialectical Bridge’ has been used as a case study to demonstrate the use of non-deterministic parametric modelling as a design tool. The results of the experimentation with parametric variables, the law curve and representative volumetric elements (RVE) are presented in the paper. |
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| spelling | curtin-20.500.11937-468132018-03-29T09:07:22Z Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design Hanafin, S. Pitts, G. Datta, Sambit discreet components parametric design non deterministic exploration This paper explores non-deterministic parametric modelling as a design tool. Specifically, it addresses the application of parametric variables to the generation of a conceptual bridge design and the use of repeatable discrete components to the conceptual form. In order to control the generation of the bridge form, a set of design variables based on the concept of a law curve have been developed. These design variables are applied and tested through interactive modelling and variation, driven by manipulating the law curve. Combining this process with the application and control of a repeatable element, known as a Representative Volumetric Element (RVE), allows for the development and exploration of a design solution that could not be achieved through the use of conventional computer modelling. The competition brief for the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) ‘Dialectical Bridge’ has been used as a case study to demonstrate the use of non-deterministic parametric modelling as a design tool. The results of the experimentation with parametric variables, the law curve and representative volumetric elements (RVE) are presented in the paper. 2009 Journal Article http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/46813 10.1260/1478-0771.7.4.605 Multi-Science Publishing Co. Ltd restricted |
| spellingShingle | discreet components parametric design non deterministic exploration Hanafin, S. Pitts, G. Datta, Sambit Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design |
| title | Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design |
| title_full | Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design |
| title_fullStr | Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design |
| title_full_unstemmed | Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design |
| title_short | Non-Deterministic Exploration through Parametric Design |
| title_sort | non-deterministic exploration through parametric design |
| topic | discreet components parametric design non deterministic exploration |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/46813 |