Project started with optimization experiments of double layer structures. Potentials arising from such redundancies were used to set structure in motion. Structural behavior was observed and recorded when additional weight is introduced to the system. Adjustments to the overall geometry and number of connections between components, in conjunction with elastic nature of the material, were used to generate and gain control over the swaying motion of the structure.  At first, the movement was vertical due to the force of gravity but with the structural tuning motion deflected from the vertical path and acquired twisting trajectory. Parametric studies were carried on […]

Project looks at spatial systems with the capacity to grow and merge over time. Organizational and structural principles are explored through the series of study models, based on the spiral model of growth. At first stage of their growth such spirals are scattered across the space, but at some stage they come closer to each other and intertwine among themselves to create larger union with more complex properties. Resulting structures have been observed for their constellation-like effect, or appearance to form a pattern offering itself to a particular spatial organization.



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The study departed from the tradition and the technique of Persian carpet making. Woven structure, color and texture are analyzed and then transposed into a three dimensional model. Traditionally used material such as cotton and wool were replaced with rubber to create stretchable and interwoven components Weaving principle of wrapped threads and knots is used to gain structural flexibility. The expansion ration of the structure in a single direction is 1:8. When compressed structure is fifty centimeters wide, but while stretched this size may grow to four meters. According to external influence, structure may shrink or grow; it may be […]

Project aims to explore organizational and structural properties of clustered formations. In a gradual process, rubber components are bound to form a structure. Initially they form a number of smaller structures, identifiable by the apparent centrality, density and the proximity of the binding components. Secondarily, these smaller structures merge to form associations and larger entities.  Very same principles of attraction and proximity are observed for their structural and organizational effect and have been employed in the manufacturing of the large scale prototype, comprised of the vast number of rubber bands. Study departs from Isozaki’s project ‘Clusters in the Air’ from […]