Lightweight Landscape (eBook)

Preface 6
Contents 9
Part ILightweight Architecture 23
1 Designing with Lightness 24
Abstract 24
1.1 Introduction 24
1.2 Textile Architecture: Learning from the Past 26
1.3 Performance of Form 31
1.4 Soft Materials, Adaptive Skins 33
1.5 Time-Based Design Strategy 35
1.6 Fabrication and Delivery 36
1.7 Towards a Minimal Mass Architecture: Open Questions 37
References 39
2 Designing with Membranes 40
Abstract 40
2.1 Tensioned Structural Systems 40
2.2 Tension Structures and Conventional Roofing Forms 41
2.3 The Design Process: From Physical Models to Computer Based Software 43
2.3.1 Form-Finding 44
2.3.2 Static Analysis 45
2.3.3 Patterning 46
2.4 Fabrication, Transportation and Erection 47
2.5 Final Considerations on the Design Approach for Membrane Structures 48
References 48
3 Lightweight Materials and Environmental Quality Requirements 49
Abstract 49
3.1 Introduction 49
3.2 Time -- Environment -- Life Cycle Thinking 50
3.3 Form, Matter and Energy Efficiency -- Search for Lightness 50
3.4 Verifying Indoor Comfort Using Lightweight Materials 51
3.5 The Right Membrane Technology for the Specific Context and Life Span 55
References 57
4 High Performance Lightweight Building Envelopes Made of Foils and Textiles 58
Abstract 58
4.1 Introduction 58
4.2 Innovations 59
4.2.1 Second Skin Façades 59
4.2.2 A Modular Approach to Membrane and Foil Façades 63
4.2.3 Flexible Photovoltaics Integrated in Translucent PTFE- and Transparent EFTE-Membrane Structures: `PV Flexibles' 64
4.2.4 Functional Coatings for Membranes 65
4.3 Design Process 66
4.4 About Hightex 66
Acknowledgments 67
References and Further Reading 67
5 Small Plus-Energy Buildings, Innovative Technologies 68
Abstract 68
5.1 Introduction 68
5.2 Design Concept 69
5.3 Energy Concept 71
5.3.1 Innovative PV Modules 71
5.3.2 Passive Cooling System and Heating via Ventilation 72
5.3.3 Low Energy Cooling Systems 74
5.3.4 Back-up Cooling System 75
5.3.5 Control Strategy and Simulation Results 77
5.4 Conclusion 77
Acknowledgments 78
References 78
6 Membrane Structures 79
Abstract 79
6.1 Introduction 79
6.2 Theory 79
6.3 Detailing 81
6.3.1 Typical Details 81
6.3.2 Cutting Pattern 82
6.4 Projects 85
Part IILightweight Landscape 88
7 The Cultural and Environmental Context 89
Abstract 89
7.1 Introduction 89
7.2 Relationship 90
7.3 Experience 91
7.4 Imageability 92
7.5 Identity 93
7.6 Association 94
7.7 Perception 96
7.8 Knowledge 97
7.9 Variability 98
Acknowledgments 99
References 99
8 2026Where to Place the Voids 101
Abstract 101
8.1 Introduction 101
8.2 Constructing the Context: From Landscape of Events to Latent Environment 102
8.3 Context Is Multi-scalar 103
8.4 Representing a Context Is Starting Its Transformation 104
8.5 Revealing Context with Diagrams and Cartographies 105
8.6 Project and Context as Interactive and Living Organisms 106
References 108
9 The Path: Between Perception and Design 110
Abstract 110
References 114
10 Learning from Djemaa el-Fna 115
Abstract 115
References 123