Time - Space - Matter: Emergent materials in architecture

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Abstract

This paper investigates the development process of emergent materials for architecture by looking at the example of Phase Change Materials. In the context of the complex nature of the constructed environment and the functional and performance requirements for buildings, emergent materials have to be carefully tuned for maximum performance. Investigating the relationship of time, space and matter in the design and development process through interdisciplinary endeavors is at the heart of this investigation. Furthermore, a shift from multidisciplinary endeavors to truly interdisciplinary collaboration that crosses the traditional boundaries of the individual fields is suggested.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationAdaptive Architecture and Programmable Matter - Next Generation Building Skins and Systems from Nano to Macro
EditorsJ. Sabin, M. Gutierrez, C. Santangelo
PublisherMaterials Research Society
Pages10-16
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9781510826533
DOIs
StatePublished - 2015
Event2015 MRS Spring Meeting - San Francisco, United States
Duration: Apr 6 2015Apr 10 2015

Publication series

NameMaterials Research Society Symposium Proceedings
Volume1800
ISSN (Print)0272-9172

Other

Other2015 MRS Spring Meeting
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Francisco
Period4/6/154/10/15

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Mechanical Engineering

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