Journal of Graphic Engineering and Design

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Vol. 13 No. 4 (2022): JGED - December 2022
Original scientific paper

Parametric architectural design using shapes and structures

Athanasios Manavis
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6627-0431 (unauthenticated) University of Western Macedonia, Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, Kila Kozani, Greece
Lazaros Firtikiadis
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2565-0838 (unauthenticated) University of Western Macedonia, Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, Kila Kozani, Greece
Tatjana Spahiu
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8959-6677 (unauthenticated) Polytechnic University of Tirana, Department of Textile and Fashion, Tirana, Albania
Nikolaos Efkolidis
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9225-0311 (unauthenticated) University of Western Macedonia, Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, Kila Kozani, Greece
Panagiotis Kyratsis
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6526-5622 (unauthenticated) University of Western Macedonia, Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering, Kila Kozani, Greece

Published 2022-12-01

Keywords

  • Design thinking,
  • design language,
  • computational design,
  • design development,
  • architectural structures,
  • prototyping
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Abstract

 

This paper explores the creation of architectural structures through parametric design tools. The proposed methodology presents an alternative framework of using digital tools for the product design development from the design thinking point of view. The main core of the suggested design process includes a great number of theoretical issues from design identity, design language and architectural design areas. As a result, designers can develop constructions for public spaces that are based on innovative morphologies by using new digital design techniques such as computational design (Rhino3D © and Grasshopper ©). The development of an architectural structure that aims to bring greenery into the city and increase the rest and action spaces is presented. A valuable aspect of this exploration is in positioning the proposed design framework inside - to aid in the creative process and better leverage downstream outcomes. The final steps of the proposed methodology include the production of the final architectural structure through rapid prototyping, laser cutting and engraving techniques.

Article historyReceived (November 26, 2021); Revised (May 5, 2022); Accepted (July 4, 2022); Published online (December 1, 2022)