3D printing a building with 756 windows
18 days ago
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- The author, a computer science major, took an architecture course and created a project involving 756 windows for the CBR Building in Brussels.
- The CBR Building, designed by Constantin Brodzki, showcases innovative concrete molding and prefabricated construction techniques.
- Brodzki drew inspiration from Art Nouveau and emphasized integration with nature, contrasting modernist approaches like Le Corbusier's.
- The building features custom orange 'stopray' glass by Glaverbel, designed to regulate temperature and reflect the building's futuristic aesthetic.
- The author reverse-engineered the building's window shapes using mathematical equations and 3D printing, optimizing print time and quality.
- The project involved extensive use of the Brown Design Workshop's resources, including 3D printers and laser cutters.
- Brodzki's vision for the CBR Building included a deep connection to nature and a critique of urban expansion, reflected in its design.
- The author's model of the CBR Building was constructed using 3D-printed modules and laser-cut foamcore, culminating in a detailed replica.
- The building has been preserved and repurposed as a coworking space, maintaining its original design and furniture.
- The author reflects on the joy of hands-on creation and plans to explore more physical craftsmanship in the future.