Curve Folding Lattice
CLT Folding Prefab Construction // Art Center
CORE 602: Reduced-Waste Design for Assembly
Location: Hudson Yards, New York City, NY
Instructed by Masoud Akbarzadeh
Individual Project, SP 2023
“With Bending, CLT becomes robust materials that spans
over 50 feet.”
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The inspiration behind the project stemmed from the curve folding technique, which served as the catalyst
for the entire endeavor. A multitude of parameters were instrumental in driving the project forward, such
as the circle profile’s dimensions, the number of division points required to form the arc profile, and the angle of
oscillation planes. In addition, the orientation of the wood grain demonstrates the possible design strategies, which have the direct impact on the angle and magnitude of the curvature of the wood to bend through specifying wood fiber orientations. The lattice cell structure formed the foundation of the structural grid, which provided endless
possibilities for configuring the spatial conditions and ceiling heights.
for the entire endeavor. A multitude of parameters were instrumental in driving the project forward, such
as the circle profile’s dimensions, the number of division points required to form the arc profile, and the angle of
oscillation planes. In addition, the orientation of the wood grain demonstrates the possible design strategies, which have the direct impact on the angle and magnitude of the curvature of the wood to bend through specifying wood fiber orientations. The lattice cell structure formed the foundation of the structural grid, which provided endless
possibilities for configuring the spatial conditions and ceiling heights.
[ Drawings ]
︎[Drawings]-Exploded Detailed Isometric
︎[Drawings]-Cross Section
︎[Drawings]-Parapet and Curtain Wall Section Detail
︎[Drawings]-Soffit and Handrail Section Detail
︎[Drawings]-Ground Floor Plan
︎[Drawings]-Highline Level Floor Plan
The dripping aspect of the façade reacts with the carving of the existing massing. With the creation of density change of
mullion and outdoor space, the dripping plays a unique role on resolving the enclosure of the entire façade. This project
showcased three distinct configurations, namely X-shape, Y-shape, and V-shape, each with its own unique characteristics.
The X-shape configuration, for instance, presented the opportunity to create lofting conditions and multipurpose auditorium seating arrangements. The Y-shape configuration offered the prospect of double-height spaces, areas for spiral staircases and elevators. The V-shape configuration had the potential to generate vast, open-plan spaces.
The X-shape configuration, for instance, presented the opportunity to create lofting conditions and multipurpose auditorium seating arrangements. The Y-shape configuration offered the prospect of double-height spaces, areas for spiral staircases and elevators. The V-shape configuration had the potential to generate vast, open-plan spaces.
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[ Renderings ]
︎[Renderings]-Section Perspective
︎[Renderings]-West Elevation Two Point Perspective
︎[Renderings]-West Elevation Two Point Perspective without Facade
︎[Renderings]-Two Point Perspective
︎[Renderings]-Two Point Perspective without Facade
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[ Renderings ]
︎[Renderings]-Section Perspective
︎[Renderings]-West Elevation Two Point Perspective
︎[Renderings]-West Elevation Two Point Perspective without Facade
︎[Renderings]-Two Point Perspective
︎[Renderings]-Two Point Perspective without Facade