Responsive Shape-Changing Facades

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This project explores the algorithmic design of a parametric building envelope system using Grasshopper and GH_Python.

The responsive facade ensures optimal daylight with shifting sun and improves visual comfort by controlling the opening sizes. The sun that acts as an attraction point will trigger the shape change of the facade as their distance gets smaller.

Part 1 - algorithmic patterning

A recursive logic is used for algorithmic patterning of varying apertures. 

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Part 2 - Secondary structures -- glass panels and spider clips

Secondary structures can be parametrically controlled. 

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Part 3 - Responsive facades

The facade blocks unwanted sunlight based on the sun position. 

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