12.02.2011

Innovation Incubator: Computational Shading

Yehia Madkour

Through our Innovation Incubator program, Yehia Madkour (Perkins+Will Vancouver) investigated the potential of parametric modeling to dynamically resolve and control a performative shading device responsive to a unique context and solar exposure. Yehia's proposal illustrates a new approach to computational design techniques where the focus is not on formal expression, but on performance-based configurations by coordinating complex relationships and conditions specific to context.

The result is an exploration of a parametric shading screen system for our King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Parcel 2.11, Riyadh, KSA. The proposed shading system aims to computationally coordinate its shape geometries relavant to its site and building context, sun path and the desired level of exposure. The proposed shading screen system uses computational techniques to automate its component configurations on all building facets.

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Our Innovation Incubator program cultivates an invigorating culture of innovation by supporting small, focused explorations proposed by staff members through micro-grants of money and time. These micro-grants provide opportunities for proactive idea investigation, technical development and design collaboration. Results of these explorations further our design work and contribute to the knowledge base of our industry.