This project draws inspiration from the conceptual diagrams of the concepts of life and the cycle of the universe in Tibetan Buddhist culture. It conducts architectural design through the disassembly and reconstruction of mandala elements to create a comprehensive and diverse space that meets the needs of all parties.
In the design process, drawing on the symbolic meaning of the mandala representing deities in Eastern religions, its concepts are applied to architectural design to create unique block - shaped irregular geometric forms, creating a rich spatial experience. The combination of different heights and levels brings diverse visual feelings.
Site Analysis Crowd Analysis
Need specialized religious education spaces and activity facilities, such as children's chapels, religious story-telling areas, and game areas, to cultivate their interest and cognition in religion. The architectural design and decoration of religious places can also be more vivid and lively to attract children's attention.
They may have higher expectations for the innovation and diversity of religious places, such as religious displays combined with modern technology and cultural and creative activities. At the same time, youth also value the social function of religious places and hope to make likeminded friends here and carry out some meaningful activities.
It depicts the functional layout and crowd activity relationships of the building, showing the needs and interactions of different groups of people in aspects such as religion, life, social interaction, and health. It emphasizes comprehensiveness and diversity, being able to meet the needs of different groups of people, promoting harmonious coexistence and communication and interaction among different groups, and creating a fully functional and humanized living environment.
modern facilities and services, such as network coverage and parking facilities.
They may be more accustomed to traditional religious ceremonies and architectural styles, and have higher requirements for the comfort and safety, such as the need for barrier-free passages, non-slip floors, and sufficient rest spaces. At the same time, they may pay more attention to the tranquility and peace of religious places for meditation and prayer.
Swayambhunath Stupa Boudhanath Stupa
Mandala: Buddhist Cosmology
In Eastern religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Shintoism, the mandala is used as a map representing deities. Especially in Shintoism, it is used to represent heaven, deities, or actual sacred places. Buddhist architecture often applied mandala as the blueprint or plan to design Buddhist structures, including temple complex and stupas, when viewed from above, takes the form of a giant tantric Buddhist mandala, simultaneously representing the Buddhist cosmology and the nature of mind.
The project disassembles the conceptual diagrams of the concepts of life and the cycle of the universe in Tibetan Buddhist culture, and then establishes its own rules for combination. I have considered projecting the pictures onto a sphere, which symbolizes that the cycle exists in the real space. Then, through the intersections of the projections, a series of surfaces are combined to cut the circle to obtain curved surfaces. And the directions of these curved surfaces are combined to form a new form. After that, the newly formed curved surfaces are used to cut the squares composed of the projection intersections. Then, holes are dug in the normal square floor slabs with the cut parts of the blocks, and various block forms can be generated. These block forms are taken as the core area of the building and located in the central position. Then, the overlapping parts of the curved surfaces are arranged, and floor slabs and tracks are added to combine with the original form to create an irregular living space. Below are several rendered pictures. The project is currently still in progress.
Extract Process: porjection
Mandala: Explain In Detail
Mandala line art
Star-Gate system
Organic earth
Mandala
Forming Process Cutting Objects
Massing Process Monomer Splitting
Building Component Analysis
The red part of the interior contrasts sharply with the light material of the façade, and the red area is the main supporting structure of the building and the boundary of the internal functional space, which not only enhances the visual hierarchy of the
The façade of the building is made of glass, which allows the building to produce a rich light and shadow effect in different lighting conditions.
The building presents a non-traditional geometric form, the whole approximates an irregular polyhedron, and the building adopts the technique of stacking in the spatial design, creating a rich and diverse spatial experience through the combination of different heights and levels.
Different Levels Of Plans
Tibetan Horizon
Demolished and rebuilt a folk vegetable market near the Potala Palace. Due to the large number of tourists, we transformed it into a traditional Tibetan culture experience hall. The large white and red blocks on the shape symbolize the tribute to the Potala Palace and the traditional Tibetan architecture. Improve the cultural confidence of our countrymen, and integrate the traditional architecture with the modern architecture.
The content of the project includes: staff office center, visitor hall and experience hall, where the action route of the office staff and the action route of the tourists are not connected with each other, providing sufficient rest space for the tourists (coffee shop, big steps), so that the experiencers can get a full rest during the experience. At the same time, it can also be used as a venue for large-scale performances or exhibitions.
Weather Analysis
Part One: Background
Tibetan architectural culture is a variety of houses, religious facilities, gardens, Bridges and other buildings designed and constructed by the Tibetan people in the process of their historical development on the basis of the local natural environment, the development level of social productivity and cultural concepts. It has strong national cultural attributes and cultural connotations.
Among the traditional Tibetan architecture, there are not only solemn, solemn and majestic palaces and monasteries, but also mobile tents with unique styles and spacious bungalows with civil mixed structures. Both modelling light and clever whole wooden structure, also have thick and solid mud wall building.
On the basis of the traditional Tibetan stone and wood architecture system, modern measures such as wall reinforcement, structural columns and ring beams, and strengthening the weak points of wood structure not only retain the genes of Tibetan architecture, but also promote the development of Tibetan architecture by introducing the structural theory of modern architecture.
Site Analysis
Part Two: Design concept
In other major cities, museums often feature a wider variety of themes, such as contemporary art, technological innovation, natural science, and more. In contrast, Lhasa has fewer options in these areas, especially when it comes to modern science museums and interactive museums aimed at young people. This situation can lead both residents and tourists to perceive a lack of cultural diversity when experiencing Lhasa.
The integration of traditional Tibetan architecture with modern architecture is a complex and creative process that requires finding a balance between cultural preservation, functional needs, environmental adaptability, and technological innovation. Successful integration can preserve and promote the rich architectural culture of Tibet while meeting the needs of modern life and contributing to the social and economic development of the region. Through this combination, unique architectural works can be created that not only reflect the distinct cultural charm of Tibet but also align with contemporary architectural trends.
Genpeuzi Mountain
Selawzi Mountain
Average Sun Hours of Lhasa
Temperature of Lhasa
Traditional Architecture
Modern Architecture
Funtion And Decoration
The Bema walls are typically constructed from materials such as stones, wood, and earth, providing excellent durability and earthquake resistance, making them wellsuited to the unique climate and geographical conditions of the high plateau regions.
Architecturally, Bema walls not only serve to support and stabilize the structure but also embody rich cultural symbols and religious significance.
Main building structure & Main materials
1. It symbolizes purity, light, and sanctity. In Tibetan Buddhism, white represents wisdom and purity, and is often used in statues and religious ceremonies.
2. Red symbolizes power, protection, and immortality. In Tibetan Buddhism, red is associated with deities like the goddess Palden Lhamo, representing the power to drive away evil and protect the faithful.
3. Yellow in Tibetan architecture, especially in religious buildings, symbolizes wealth, abundance, and dignity. It represents the teachings and wisdom of the Buddha, and is also connected to the rays of the sun, symbolizing enlightenment and awakening.
4. Black represents mystery and power, and is often used to depict protective deities or important religious symbols. Black roofs, beams, and other decorations symbolize stability and strength, helping to ward off evil forces.
Architectural Details Of The Structure
The
mortise and tenon structure is a highly unique and intricate woodworking technique used in ancient Chinese architecture and furniture making. It connects two or more pieces of wood tightly together through the interlocking of protrusions and recesses, without the need for nails, glue, or any external fasteners.
The white palace of Potala
Bema wall
The colors of architecture
Mortise and tenon joint
A'ga soil
Roof
Conjuction
Cross-lap joint
Cross-shaped joint
Column
Beam
Diagonal rod joints
Zongjiao tenon
Connection form between column and beam
Perforated aluminum alloy node detail
Cross-lap joint
Another conjunction between column and beam
Form Generation Exploded Diagram Upper part
6-7F
Through the immersive experience museum and the gradually more closed space, the experier can feel the charm of Tibetan culture more immersive. As the end of the whole experience, the theater on the roof can take the audience to overview the details of the experience.
3-5F
Combined with modern functional requirements and aesthetic concepts, through the organic integration of the atrium and leisure space, it provides a comfortable, open and functional environment for the experience or staff.
Terrace
The design of the elevated platform not only enhances the sense of space and functionality of the building, but also brings significant improvements in terms of aesthetics and interactivity. It will be an attractive and valuable core area in the whole building.
1-2F
A successful combination of culture, art and modern architectural ideas. Through the design of the large step stage and the transparent exhibition hall, a dynamic, interactive and functional public space is created, which also has a
Elevation Window sill node detail
The Phoenix Spire
This project focuses on the design of a memorial building for the history of the Gaza - War. The architectural design adopts an innovative unitcombination system. The units are composed of geometric elements or symmetrical structures, enabling visitors to experience different scenarios and narrate events from different eras. The unique form is created by the combination of numerous units, presenting a highly visually impactful effect. Technologies such as 3D modeling, motion capture, facial scanning, and DNA extraction are used to deeply restore those who perished in the war. Combined with VR and AR technologies, it provides an immersive experience to commemorate the deceased, educate the public, and promote social reflection.
Site Analysis The distribution of the core church and the building
Alhassina Mosque also known as AlHasan Mosque.
Gaza University officially known as the Islamic University of Gaza.
the
Alsedeqeen Mosque a significant place of worship known for its beautiful architecture and community role.
The Katib Wali Mosque a historic mosque located in Gaza and is considered one of the important landmarks in the city.
The Palestinian Society for the Protection and Development Altart an organization focused on environmental protection, sustainable development, and cultural heritage in Palestine.
Gaza War Cemetery
The Mosque of Sayyid Hashim ibn Abd Manaf located in Gaza and is considered one of the sacred and important places in the region.
Al-Omari Great Mosque one of the oldest and most important mosques in Gaza, dating back to the early Islamic period.
Architecture's evolution reflects human society and technology, from simple shelters to complex ancient structures. It showcases beliefs and values, with movements like Gothic cathedrals, the Renaissance, and modernism emphasizing functionality. Today, architecture prioritizes sustainability and innovation, illustrating humanity's ongoing adaptation for a better life.
WHAT CAN WE DO?
3D modeling, motion capture, and speech synthesis are used to deeply restore the people who lost their lives in the war, and enhance the sense of experience through scene reproduction and interactive design.
VR technology provides support for virtual reality headsets, and through AR technology, users can see virtual characters in real scenes through their devices in specific locations.
Ensuring that the impowerment and consent of the deceased's family can have a profound impact on society, promoting remembrance, education and emotional.
St. Philip
evangelist chapel Dedicated to St. Philip, one of the apostles.
Unit Group Introduction
providing large-scale interactive scenarios, combining six units to form a interconnected system.
Unfolding the floor and walls can open up the view and display more images.
The wall is connected to the floor slab through a 90 degree mortise and tenon joint.
providing different forms of lighting and visual effects for the room.
The floor slab can be folded 180 degrees through lotus leaves.
The middle and floor are connected by mortise and tenon joints, with triangular connections.
provide a combat image of armies or a big scene of war.
The middle is connected by mortise and tenon joints, and the four corners are connected.
1/4 of the floors are connected by mortise and tenon joints to create a communication space in the middle.
providing memory imaging for multiple individuals.
providing a memory of the entire era, large-scale mapping.
Floor slabs and walls can be opened and closed according to the plot.
After the floor is opened, interactions between each unit can be formed.
Opening the wall to establish connections between adjacent units.
The floor is connected by mortise and tenon joints, using tail joints.
provide a nostalgic experience for small families.
The movement of floor slabs and walls creates a new unit as a whole.
Vertical movable unit
Unit Detail
The architectural design of this building features geometric elements or symmetrical structures, which can convey a clear and stable feeling. This design can emphasize the sense of order in the building and give a rigorous visual impact.The core tube can move laterally along the tracks set between each floor, with a small distance of movement.and The track spirals along the growth direction of the core tube, forming a triangular track that can be moved up and down along the track through triangular support.This kind of movement allows visitors to experience different scenery and narrate different events that happened in different eras through floor changes.
Facade of
Ethereal Notre-Dame
This project focuses on the futuristic architectural redesign of Notre - Dame de Paris using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. During the design process, AI has become a crucial part of architectural design. Tools such as Stable Diffusion and Midjourney generate detailed images based on textual descriptions, assisting architects in quickly sketching architectural concepts and adding technical precision and creative flexibility to traditional architectural software. Through multiple rounds of prompt - word attempts, design model images from different perspectives are generated, showcasing the innovative design where transparent and semitransparent ETFE membrane bubble structures wrap around and replace some parts of the original building structure, creating a bubble - enclosed space. This design reflects the integration of classical, modern, and minimalist styles, creating a sense of weightlessness and expansion, achieving a harmonious fusion of past, present, and future architectural styles, and exploring the new possibilities of Notre - Dame de Paris in the context of future architecture.
Architecture Timeline Of The Cathedral
AI-Driven Design: Comfyui Workflow
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of the architectural design process, offering new tools and methodologies that can significantly enhance the efficiency and creativity of architects. Stable Diffusion and MidJourney operate by generating detailed images and visualizations from textual descriptions, allowing architects to quickly sketch out ideas and visualize architectural concepts with high degrees of variability and creativity.
Stable Diffusion and MidJourney transform textual descriptions into detailed, high-quality images, offering architects innovative ways to visualize, iterate, and present architectural designs.
These tools complement traditional architectural software, providing a blend of technical precision and creative exploration that can enrich the architectural design process.
Environment: Dawn, with soft light that creates a peaceful and mysterious atmosphere. The light has a directional quality, forming clear light - dark contrasts on the building's surface, dusk, snow, night.
Observation Perspective: Fixed aerial view, overlooking from a high altitude, Human perspective.
Overall Setting
Prompt Attempt
Base Architecture: Notre - Dame Cathedral in Paris, retaining its core historical elements.
Blended Styles: Blend the ancient Gothic architecture with modern and futuristic elements.
Innovative Structure: Adopt transparent and semi - transparent bubble - like pneumatic structures made of ETFE membrane. wrap around the original stone structure, rise above the original stone structure, replacing traditional spires, arches, and flying buttresses with floating, strictly confined within the building's structural framework.
Style Integration: Merges classical, modern, and minimalist styles. The lines are simple and smooth, and the decorative elements are simple yet full of modernity, while retaining the solemnity and elegance of classical architecture.
Negative prompt: worst quality, low quality, extra digits, text, greyscale, monochrome, censorship, ugly, old, deformed, amateur drawing, odd, lowers, black background,bad anatomy, bad hands, mutated hand, text, error, missing fingers, extra digit, cropped, jpeg artifacts, signature, watermark, username, blurry, artist name, out of focus, multiple views, bad proportions,3D, bad prompt, inaccurate limb, (blurry:1.4), simple background, crowd.
Cfg: 10.0; Steps: 100
Lighting Effects: Soft glowing lights illuminate the structure, casting ethereal shadows on the cathedral’s walls. The light color is mainly warm - toned, such as light yellow and light orange, creating a warm and mysterious atmosphere.
Environmental Atmosphere: serene and reflective, highlighting the spirit of the place, preserving historical elements, showing a harmonious fusion of past, present, and future architecture.
Lighting And Atmosphere
Dynamic Forms: Clear depth of field, crisp architectural details, The upper levels and various architectural components of the building are transformed into dynamic, fluid bubble forms, creating a sense of weightlessness and a sense of expansion, embodying the flexibility and futuristic feel of the building.
Changes And Features
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Positive prompt: Realistic fixed aerial view. Blend ancient Gothic with modern & futuristic elements. Transparent/semi - transparent ETFE bubble - like pneumatic structures integrate into and rise from the original stone structure, replacing roof, spires, arches, buttresses. Wormhole - inspired floating tunnels and suspended domes stay within the structural framework. Merge classical, modern, minimalist styles. Soft lights illuminate, casting ethereal shadows. Upper levels turn into dynamic bubble forms for weightlessness and vertical expansion. Serene environment preserves history while highlighting the site’s spirit. A harmonious blend of past, present, and future architecture from a fixed aerial view.
Negative prompt: worst quality, low quality, extra digits, text, greyscale, monochrome, censorship, ugly, old, deformed, amateur drawing, odd, lowers, black background,bad anatomy, bad hands, mutated hand, text, error, missing fingers, extra digit, cropped, jpeg artifacts, signature, watermark, username, blurry, artist name, out of focus, multiple views, bad proportions,3D, bad prompt, inaccurate limb, (blurry:1.4), simple background, crowd.
negative: green,smooth curves,blurry, low resolution, poorly lit, crowded background, simplistic design, plain, basic, untextured surfaces, unrealistic, lack of detail, mundane, boring composition,High saturation,Rounded and smooth in shape, under construction.
Prompt:
positive: 69 - m high building in Beijing, bubble - replaced structure, membrane - steel cable, complex bubble - like, low - saturation, mountain backdrop, overcast cloudy sky, early - morning light, abstract art, 4K, Notre - Dame traces, harmonious with landscape.
negative: green,smooth curves,blurry, low resolution, poorly lit, crowded background, simplistic design, plain, basic, untextured surfaces, unrealistic, lack of detail, mundane, boring composition,High saturation,Rounded and smooth in shape, under construction.
Prompt:
positive: Notre-Dame reimagined with inflatable membrane bubbles. Blend ancient, modern, futuristic. Multi - D space with classical, minimalist, modern elements. Flowing organic & translucent structure. Early morning light, soft glow, delicate shadows. Versatile space, sacred - to - modern shift. Minimal & monumental. Symbolize past - present - future. Regular & sphere bubbles. Morning view, blue sky, bubble roof, gas film structure. negative: low resolution, poorly lit, simplistic design, plain, basic, unrealistic, lack of detail, boring composition,High saturation,under construction.
The Way Home
This architectural project covers every aspect from the initial inspiration and concept to the final visualizations, demonstrating a deep understanding of the needs of the homeless population and a commitment to innovative and practical architectural design. The integration of cultural elements, the use of prefabricated construction techniques, the customizable space design, and the attention to the overall user experience all contribute to making “The Way Home” a remarkable and potentially impactful project in the field of architecture for social good.
Site Analysis Residents Analysis
States of America (Texas) County of Texas (Houston)
Road
Design Strategies:
• Environmental Controls: Ban alcohol sales within a 500-meter radius.
• Rehabilitation Facilities: Establish a "Wellness Hub" with gyms and art therapy rooms.
• Psychological Support: New residents stay near management offices.
Design Strategies:
Core Needs:
Emotional Stability
Professional Intervention
Social Connection Core
• Safety-Focused Design: Install electronic access systems at unit entrances.
Family Reconciliation
Core Needs:
Medical Accessibility
Hygiene Assurance
Specialized Care
• Family-Oriented Units: Offer two-story container units with soundproof walls to minimize disturbances.
• Integrated Support Services: Provide on-site consultation.
Design Strategies:
• Integrated Medical Modules: Deploy expandable "basic medical pods" with examination rooms, pharmacies, and observation beds.
• Hygiene-Optimized Design: Use antimicrobial materials.
• Adaptable Spaces: Reserve 10% of units as "negative pressure isolation pods"
The Way Home Project Analysis
Display data related to homelessness from different angles, including population characteristics, causes of homelessness, participation in housing programs, and changes in the duration of homelessness. It is helpful for a comprehensive understanding and analysis of the homelessness problem.
Design Strategies:
• Sensory-Friendly Environment: Use calming color palettes and indirect lighting to avoid overstimulation.
• Tiered Social Spaces:
1. Single-occupancy units
2. Small shared gardens (4–6 people)
3. Open plazas for group activities.
• Therapeutic Support: Position counseling rooms with separate entrances.
Core Needs:
Economic Self-Sufficiency
Basic Security
Psychological Support
Design Strategies:
• Employment Training Center: Equip multifunctional classrooms and workshops with movable tables, chairs.
• Flexible Housing Units: Modular rooms with expansion interfaces to allow upgrades to "semi-independent studios"
• Psychological Support: Create informal interaction zones near communal kitchens
Unit Module Construction Process Facade Adapation
Prefabricated buildings bring multiple benefits. They enable faster construction as components are pre - made in factories, reduce waste and energy use, and ensure
The replaceable walls in prefabricated buildings offer remarkable advantages. First, they are highly adaptable to changes in space requirements.For instance, when the function of a room needs to be transformed.
It provides excellent structural stability. The interlocking nature of mortise - and - tenon joints can effectively distribute the load, enhancing the column's ability to withstand vertical and lateral forces. This is crucial for the overall safety of the building.
In case of damage from impacts or wear - and - tear, they can be swiftly replaced, reducing repair time and costs compared to traditional construction. This also ensures the building's integrity and safety. Additionally, as new, more energy - efficient or environmentally - friendly wall materials emerge, replaceable walls allow for easy upgrades, enhancing the building's performance over time.
Replaceable roofs in prefabricated buildings are great. When damaged by bad weather, they can be quickly replaced, cutting repair time and preventing interior damage. They also let us install new materials for better energy efficiency as needs change.
Column Adapation
To
Replaceable balconies in prefabricated buildings offer multiple advantages. First, they enhance adaptability. As the building's usage or aesthetic preferences change over time, an old - fashioned or nonfunctional balcony can be replaced with a more modern and practical one.
Plinth
Tenon and mortise structure
The variations can make them more suitable, and specific for corner, double height and triple space.
cope with the structures, there is also adaptation in the facade wall and windows.
Step 6: Install the upper pillars
Step 10: Celling construction
Step 3: Bind the pillars into bundles
Step 7: Walls installation
Step 11: Celling installation
Step 4: Put the beams on
Step 8: furniture installation
Step 12: Construction complete
Types of space units Design App
Through an easy - to - use app, you can tailor your rooms. Adjust room sizes, like making a living room cozier or a bedroom more spacious. Choose from a range of finishes for floors and walls, and arrange furniture virtually. The real - time 3D preview shows you how your design will look. This innovative approach not only meets your unique needs but also speeds up construction, bringing you the home of your dreams faster.
Create a multi - functional and multi - dimensional living space for the homeless through various wall transformations and changes in permutation and combination methods
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OTHER WORK
Corrosion products
Equivalent stress contour map of soil
Soil displacement field obtained from PIV analysis
Spatial structure analysis Construction detail of the node
