With the Millenium Development Goals the United Nations are setting a framework to foster a more sustainable development world-wide. The goals are ambitious and their realistation more than challenging, especially when it comes about responding to changes like ‘growth’ and rapid urbanisation in developing countries. In this study project, we are trying to understand and […]
Abstract In this course, we introduce you to public spaces, street networks and their analysis for urban design, as well as to models for simulating the process of land use distributions and the corresponding traffic flows. We use an example of a small town that can be generated from scratch in order to analyse various
Abstract In this course, you get introduced to spatial analysis methods (daylight, visibility, and accessibility) in order to identify different (human-centered) qualities of architectural spaces and urban form. We use the software Revit/Dynamo. Learning objectives In this course, you learn theoretical basics for some spatial analysis methods and how to apply them by means of
Abstract When designing buildings, numerous elements (e.g. building shape, rooms, openings, circulation, construction) must be defined and carefully attuned. Building Information Modeling (BIM) supports this process by providing building elements that can be easily placed and modified. However, due to the large number of elements that make up a building, this process is often time-consuming
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Abstract The course introduces creating an augmented reality (AR) model and a web map from a Rhino3D/Grasshopper model. Learning objectives You learn how to create an AR model on the basis of your Rhino/Grasshopper model that you can present via your webcam or your phone. In addition, you learn how to export your 3D model
Abstract This course introduces environmental analysis methods using the software Grasshopper for Rhino 3D. It covers the analysis of solar radiation, sunlight hours, outdoor thermal comfort, and wind. Learning objectives You learn how to use Grasshopper components for advanced environmental analysis, which you can apply in urban design projects. Requirements If you are not yet
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Abstract This module is dedicated to flooding resilience. The module is divided into three parts: The first part is about using Grasshopper and Kangaroo to set up the simulation environment. In the second part, you will learn to use the outcome of the simulation to evaluate the Situation at the site. The last part explains
Abstract Cities are complex human-made objects. They consist of thousands of elements and need to satisfy numerous human needs. The definition of urban form (street network, plots, buildings) is a crucial step in the planning of cities because it has the longest lasting effect on their social, economic, and ecological performance. Thus, this step needs
Abstract The creation of spaces is at the heart of architectural and urban design. However, statements of designers about spatial qualities often remain vague and ambiguous. This is reflected by built examples whose problems emerge from a missing understanding of the relations between the built environment and human behaviour. This course will show methods for
