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Parametric Design

Course Code:

Π1-5060Β

Semester:

5th Semester

Specialization Category:

ΜΕΥ

Course Hours:

3

ECTS:

3

Eclass Link:

https://eclass.uniwa.gr/courses/IA217/


General

Introduction to the concept of algorithmic design. Focus on design methodologies with parametric models and optical code. Development of computer mechanisms for creative production processes of space and objects. Examining the relationship between generated form and the management of structure of the designed object through code. Development of criteria for controlling the evolution of form and the definition of the desired solutions.

Course content

– Introduction to the concept of algorithmic design and computational aesthetics.
– Sketching with algorithms.
– The concepts of list and data tree in design.
– Algorithmic design of curved lines and surfaces.
– Grid transformations on flat and curved surfaces.
– The concept of attractors.
– Algorithmic transformations on the plane and in 3D space.
– The relationship between algorithmic design and modern methods of digital fabrication.

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding

Students will be able to:
– To analyze the form of space or object in the context of algorithmic thinking, and to describe it with parametric models.
– To design according to methodologies and logics of parametric design.
– To incorporate design criteria in the form of parameter in such methodologies.
– To connect the design process with the fabrication with modern digital methods.

Bibliography

Greek bibliography:

1. Βιβλίο [77106797]: Γεωμετρικές Αναπαραστάσεις σε Εφαρμοσμένο Αρχιτεκτονικό Σχεδιασμό, Κουρνιάτης Νικόλαος

2. Βιβλίο [77110959]: Τεχνικές Αναπαράστασης με γεωμετρικές μεθόδους και σύγχρονα Ψηφιακά Μέσα, Κουρνιάτης Νικόλαος

3. Βιβλίο [77107672]: Πληροφορική και Αρχιτεκτονική, 2η Έκδοση, Βενέρης Γιάννης

4. Βιβλίο [50655999]: Γεωμετρία και Αρχιτεκτονική, Κουρνιάτης Ν.

5. Βιβλίο [320305]: Σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες κατασκευής με τη βοήθεια Η/Υ, ΙΩΑΝΝΗΣ ΓΙΑΝΝΑΤΣΗΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΣ ΔΕΔΟΥΣΗΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΗΣ ΚΑΝΕΛΛΙΔΗΣ

English bibliography:

1. Peteinarelis A., Yiannoudes, S. (2018). “Parametric Models and Algorithmic Thinking in Architectural Education”. Proceedings of the 36th International Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe (eCAADe 2018): ‘Computing for a better tomorrow’, vol.2, pp. 401-410.

2. Peteinarelis A., Yiannoudes, S. (2016). “Algorithmic Thinking in Design and Construction: Working with Parametric Models”. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference of the Arab Society of Computer Aided Architectural Design (ASCAAD 2016), ‘Parametricism vs. Materialism: Evolutions of Digital Technologies for Development’, pp. 19-27. London: Imperial House Publishers.

3. Hensel, M., Menges, A., and Weinstock, M. (2010). Emergent Technologies in Design: Towards a Biological paradigm for Architecture. Oxon UK / New York: Routledge.

4. Peters, B., and Peters, T. (eds.). (2013). Inside Smart Geometry – Expanding the architectural possibilities of Computational design. Chichester UK: Wiley.

5. Rajaa I., Essential Algorithms and Data Structures for Computational Design in Grasshopper, Robert McNeel & Associates

6. Davis, D. “A History of Parametric”. http://www.danieldavis.com/a-history-of-parametric.

7. Davis, D. (2013). “Modelled on Software Engineering: Flexible Parametric Models in the Practice of Architecture.” PhD dissertation, RMIT University

8. Jabi, W. (2013). Parametric Design for Architecture. London: Laurence King.

9. Oxman, R. (2017). “Thinking difference: Theories and models of parametric design thinking”, Design Studies.

10. Patrik S., ‘Parametricism as Style – Parametricist Manifesto,’ Patrik Schumacher.com, 2008, https://www.patrikschumacher.com/Texts/Parametricism%20as%20Style.htm.

11. Terzidis, K., (2006). Algorithmic Architecture. Architectural Press: Oxford.

12. Woodbury, R. Elements of Parametric Design. Routledge, 2010.

13. Burry, M., (2011). AD Primer: Scripting Cultures: Architectural Design and Programming. Chichester, UK: Wiley.

14. Gerber, D. J., (2007). Parametric Practices: Models for Design Exploration in Architecture (Unpublished doctoral dissertation). Harvard University.

Other scientific magazines:

1. AD Architectural Design

2. AA Files

3. International Journal of Architectural Computing IJAC

4. Design Studies, Science direct Publications.

5. Computer Aided Design, Science direct Publications.

6. Computer Aided Design and Applications, Taylor & Francis.