DesignBuild RESEARCH is primarily aimed at architectural research and supports young talents from mid-level academic staff. This gives them the opportunity to pursue their creative ideas in technology, design, or processes. Good ideas take time until they are actually developed and tested. In terms of content, we set almost no limits. Research priorities range from sustainable optimization approaches for specific components, structures, or building materials to the development of innovative design and constructive planning solutions as well as theoretical basic research.
This innovative construction method is the result of previous research and development as part of student project work, theses, and doctoral dissertations. It combines geometric approaches, principles of lightweight construction, and simple constructive solutions. The goal is to generate spatially transformable supporting structures using simple means and low material usage. The Kinetic Umbrella changes its shape from a 6.5 m high cylinder to an umbrella with a diameter of 8 m. The supporting structure, made of straight GFRP rods, is elastically bent into a spatial form. Following geometric-mechanical rules, a grid with clearly defined deformability is created, which is set in motion via a cable system (actuator system). The structure is covered with an adaptive, textile sun protection system. Students are closely involved in the development, fabrication, and assembly, experiencing the practical connections between spatial geometry, elasticity, tension, and weight. The construction is part of a "research-by-design" process and will be put into operation at the event grounds of the Munich Creative Quarter following completion in summer 2021.
This innovative construction method is the result of previous research and development as part of student project work, theses, and doctoral dissertations. It combines geometric approaches, principles of lightweight construction, and simple constructive solutions. The goal is to generate spatially transformable supporting structures using simple means and low material usage. The Kinetic Umbrella changes its shape from a 6.5 m high cylinder to an umbrella with a diameter of 8 m. The supporting structure, made of straight GFRP rods, is elastically bent into a spatial form. Following geometric-mechanical rules, a grid with clearly defined deformability is created, which is set in motion via a cable system (actuator system). The structure is covered with an adaptive, textile sun protection system. Students are closely involved in the development, fabrication, and assembly, experiencing the practical connections between spatial geometry, elasticity, tension, and weight. The construction is part of a "research-by-design" process and will be put into operation at the event grounds of the Munich Creative Quarter following completion in summer 2021.