From Parametric Design to Contour Crafting Technics: A Lab for Algo+Ritmo, a Brazilian Research Group

Abstract

This article presents a discussion on digital design processes. More precisely about the use of Contour Crafting (CC) as a material and technique solution for the construction which will carry less impact for the environment. It explores the connection between parametric process and the file-to-factory concept analyzing the consequences of those strategies. The paper describes and analyzes a case study starting from the demand for a headquarters project for a university research group. It presents possibilities and discusses futures developments based on the methodology used in the process.