In
Arthur Toth‘s, A Room for
London
competition entry, the main impetus for the use of computational
geometry is the ease it introduces into computer-aided design and most
importantly into manufacturing. This computational geometric algorithm
leads to a balanced subdivision of the outer shell of the room and also
to a matching coherent organization of the space inside. Planimetric
issues also subscribe to this inner logic, as well as structural and
detailing processes. More images and architect’s description after the
break.
Courtesy of Arthur Toth
The resulting modules consequently fit perfectly one on to another,
with no geometric errors or connection problems of any kind. They
facilitate easy handling , rapid assembling and reuse. Also the
manufacturing process benefits from 3d model accuracy and fast
prototyping capabilities. Furniture can comply to the interior spatial
subdivision and will be integrated from the beginning in the
construction of each module, therefore assuring best possible fit and
maximizing production efficiency.
Courtesy of Arthur Toth
Theory:
In mathematics, a dirichlet tessellation is a special kind of
decomposition of a metric space determined by distances to a specified
discrete set of objects in the space, by a discrete set of points. It is
named after Lejeune Dirichlet, who used 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional
diagrams in his study of quadratic forms in 1850. Although a normal
dirichlet cell is defined as the set of points closest to a single point
in space, an n-th order dirichlet cell is defined as the set of points
having a particular set of n points in space as its n nearest neighbors.
High order dirichlet diagrams also subdivide space.
Courtesy of Arthur Toth
Technology:
Sliding door cell and terrace access cell are powered by linear
motion actuators. Electric actuation components cost less than
comparable hydraulic and pneumatic systems. One electric linear actuator
is faster and easier to install than the multiple hydraulic and
pneumatic components required to achieve the same function.
Courtesy of Arthur Toth
Aluminium space frames and geometric structures are focused on
environmental concerns and offer numerous advantages for conscious
design and application. Space frame structures are helpful in garnering
design credibility for green qualifications since structures are
lightweight, made of high content recycled material, use less energy to
produce, cost less to deliver and install, come with a low
maintenance/low environmental impact finish and are flexible in design
to the point that they can be easily de-commissioned and moved, stored
or installed in another location.
Architect:
Arthur Toth
Location:
Queen’s Hall terrace roof, London, UK
Engineering:
Adrian Toth
A Room for London Competition entry:
Dirichlet Modular Decomposition
Project area:
40 sqm
Project year:
2010
Budget:
<150000 ₤
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