Techniques and Software

STRATEGIES of INTEGRATION The success of an interdisciplinary set-up is dependent upon an ability to work across traditions and interfaces, and to strive for compatibility and integration. At a conceptual level, this entails the successful communication and consideration of various types of concepts. At a technical level, it entails the continuous exchange and incorporation of various types of data and file formats.

INTERFACES and TECHNOLOGY Studio 9 acknowledges the crucial role played by technology within the architecture profession, in the sense design interface with an impact on the ‘thought’ and ‘built’. Modes of representation, methods and tools across a number of disciplines will be creatively exploited and explored within the studio. The complimentary relation of analysis and modelling will be specifically considered.

INFORMED INNOVATION A creative mastering of technology depends upon an iterative process of informed application and critical reflection- enabling the user to gradually build up his/her awareness of the capacity-limitation of a specific technology alongside proficiency of use. Studio 9 will enable its participants to make informed choices in regards to technology in order to tap into innovative potential.

Software

A number of design and analysis applications will be introduced over the year, with training and advanced workshops. No previous experience of the software is required.

Rhinoceros The NURBS modeling software Rhino will be introduce as the main workhorse of the studio. www.rhino3d.com

Grasshopper The grasshopper plug-in for rhino gives support to modeling and scripting. www.grasshopper3d.com