Material Organisation | CITA Studio Workshop | 2021
This workshop aims to address the requirements in scaling up 3D printing with biopolymers to architectural dimensions. Currently, architects rely on a standardized set of materials provided by the industry for the construction environment. In contrast, the design, specification, and creation of biopolymers are within the purview of designers. In this workshop, we will explore methods to manipulate the properties of cellulose-based slurries, steering their behavior for design purposes.Â
The workshop's investigation builds upon a material and design system developed within the CITA research project called "Predicting Response." This serves as the foundation for a two-week intensive exploration across various scales:
Material level: We delve into the influence of fibers and mixtures on the behavior of the materials.
Surfaces and masses: We explore the potential and limitations of robotic extrusion technology, investigating the range of possible 3D-printed geometries and surface expressions.
Tectonics: Recognizing that architecture is composed of numerous smaller components, we will examine and develop a modular system and joints suitable for cellulose-based materials.