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Return to English Workshops Xkool | AIGC Workflow on AI-generative images Instructors: Xiaodi Yang / Peiwen Li / Liangyi Murong / Xudong Liu / Shengzhan Xu / Chi Wai Yuen Dates: July 24, July 25, July 26, July 27, July 29 Total Hours: 12 hours Themes: Artificial Intelligence / Space Architecture Software: Cloud AIGC platform，account will be provided during the course Number of Students: 40 Workshop full, please refer to the live stream to audit. Description: The Xkool | AIGC Workflow on AI-generative images offers a unique opportunity for architects, designers, and enthusiasts to delve into the realm of AI generative art and its applications in architectural design. Workshop invites participants to dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its potential to generate unique and captivating visual architectural…

Return to English Workshops GENERATIVE FORM: GENERATIVE FORMATION Instructors: MD RASHED HASAN / ASHIK VASKOR MANNAN Dates: July 22- 26 July (10 AM-12 PM EST) Total Hours of the workshop: 10 hours Themes: Artificial Intelligence / Computational Design Software: Rhino, Grasshopper, Sketchup Number of Students: 60 Workshop is full please refer to live stream during and after the workshops Description: We dive into the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence and architectural design, pushing the boundaries of creative exploration and innovative formation. To create forms and concepts from sketches, prompts, patterns, and scripts, we will use a variety of AI tools and platforms. This is a transformative workshop where we embark on an immersive journey, fueled by the synergy between AI and architectural ingenuity. Guided by ChatGpt, we will unlock the…

Return to English Workshops A Form-finding Method for Trivalent Polyhedral Timber Plate Structures Instructors: Amin Adelzadeh Guest Speaker/Critic: Prof. Dr. Christopher Robeller / Dr. Hamed Karimian Dates: 22, 23, 24 July, 10:00-12:00/13:00-15:00 CET Total Hours: 4 hours per day (total 12) Themes: Form Finding / Computational Design / Fabrication Software: Rhino 7 / Grasshopper / Kangaroo Number of Students: 60 Workshop full please watch live stream Description: The workshop focuses on the computational aspect of such construction system where geometric constraints has to be solved. Among others, the geometric pattern of facets plays a key role in the quality of discretization, planarization and more importantly generation of plates in the free-form segmented timber plate structures; accordingly, during this three-day workshop, the trivalent polyhedral patterns are deeply studied as the most efficient…

Return to English Workshops Bio-Integrated Modular Free Form Structures Intelligent Design Instructors: Selda Pourali / Ahmed Sattar / Behnaz Khaksar / Mentor: Mahdi Fard Dates: 24 to 28 of July (15:30  GMT -18:30 GMT) + Final Presentations Themes: Bio-Design / Computational Design / Performative Design Prerequisite: Grasshopper and algorithmic thinking, Knowing Python is a Plus! Required Software: Rhinoceros 6/7, Karamba (educational), Nuclei 2.0, GhPython, Python 3.0, Anaconda 3.0. Required Hardware: Laptop/PC. Number of Students: 60 Workshop full please watch live stream Description: Optimizing the construction process of free-form structures can be achieved by considering them as modular forms comprised of "discrete elements." Discrete elements refer to individual components or units that together form a larger structure or system. These distinct entities interact with each other through various connections, offering opportunities…

Return to English Workshops Beyond Static - Exploring Machine Learning for adaptive geometries in expandable structures Instructors: Hesham Shawqy / Esther Rubio Madronal Dates: July 24, July 25, July 26 Themes: AI / Geometry /Structures Software: Rhino / Grasshopper Number of Students: 30 Workshop registration open until filled Description: Beyond Static is a workshop that utilises machine learning to explore the relationship between geometry, modular networks, and motion. Focusing on adaptive geometries, this workshop delves into the realm of dynamic, responsive, and kinetic structures. We will explore how modularity can enhance the flexibility, scalability, and adaptability of the system. Participants will learn how to harness modular design principles to create expandable and reconfigurable systems, enabling structures to respond to changing needs and environments. We will begin by defining how a…

Return to English Workshops Creative Coding for Absolute Beginners Instructors: Jack B. Du Dates: 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 July (2:00 - 4:00 UTC +8 CST) Themes: Interactive Design / Computational Design Software: Mozilla Firefox / Google Chrome (or any other web browser), p5.js Web Editor: https://editor.p5js.org Prerequisites: Basic arithmetic knowledge required. Prior coding knowledge is helpful but not required. Number of Students: 60 Workshop is full please refer to live stream during and after the workshops Description: Creative coding is a practice where programming is used as a tool for art or design. Sketching is traditionally done with pencil and paper. Now, with the help of software tools such as Processing, p5.js, and openFrameworks, sketching with code has become more accessible than ever. Whether you are an artist, designer,…

Return to English Workshops Initiative 99: Design of a 3D-Printed Affordable Housing Prototype Instructors: Melodie Yashar / Boer Deng / Can Cakmak / Yoana Taseva Dates: July 24, July 25, July 26, July 27, July 28 Themes: Computational Design, Housing, 3D-printing Software: Rhino, Grasshopper. Revit, Enscape or equivalent rendering tools recommended. Number of Students: 60 Workshop is full please refer to live stream during and after the workshops Description: The vision of a home with construction costs under $99,000 has inspired and motivated city planners, developers, government officials, and non-profit organizations for decades. And yet clear barriers exist to realizing truly affordable housing prototypes at-scale within communities that need them most. The current approach to homebuilding is simply not working. At ICON, our belief is that architecture, design, robotics, and…

Return to English Workshops Latent Object? 404 gLITCH! Instructors: Peggy Yu / Han Tu / Tom Chan Dates: July 22- 26 / EST 10 am - 2pm, GMT 3pm - 7pm Themes: Artificial Intelligence / AR/VR / Design Fiction  Required Software:  Blender, Rhino, After Effects, 3D modelling software or iPhone 12/13/14pro (for scanning), Polycam, Camera, Metashape ( optional) Total Hours of the workshop: 20 hours Number of Students: 60 This workshop is full please refer to the live-stream or other available workshops. Description: How can we turn objects into architecture, using AI Image generator to inspire our design process? How can we turn 2D images into 3D space and then a 4D animation? We will teach you how to use open-sourced AI generators such as stable diffusion UI. We will…

Return to English Workshops Speculations on Posthuman Architecture: Virtual Ecologies & Non-Human Presence Instructors: İpek Kuran / Kaan Karabağlı Dates: July 25, July 26, July 27, July 28, July 29 Themes: AI / Unreal Engine Software: Midjourney / ChatGPT / Runway /Unreal Engine and Rhino/ Maya Number of Students: 60 Workshop full please watch live stream Description: Posthuman architecture is a novel approach to architectural design that recognizes the ever-evolvingnature of technology, culture, and the environment, and acknowledges the significant influence ofnon-human entities in shaping these aspects. It aims to develop spaces that are responsive andadaptable to the dynamic technological and environmental landscape. On the other hand, virtualecologies encompass the interconnected digital environments that are gaining increasing importancein our social and physical realms. These virtual ecologies are characterized by their…