Shashwat Saha

CT2035

Draped and Dipped

This studio project centered on the investigation and realization of architectural forms derived from the fundamental principles of tension. The initial phase involved discovering a diverse range of tension-induced shapes through the creation of small-scale models, allowing for an iterative process of exploration and understanding of structural behavior under tension. This hands-on experimentation with materials and forms laid the groundwork for the subsequent stages of the project. The culmination of this exploration was the design and construction of a large-scale pavilion. This final product utilized cloth as the primary tensile material, leveraging its inherent flexibility and responsiveness to tension forces. To provide structural integrity and define the overall form, steel bars were integrated as reinforcement elements within the tensioned fabric, showcasing a practical application of tension principles in creating a substantial architectural structure.


Report Content

Case study to understand how the exploration of forms through bending works.

We explored various forms by dipping them in pop and letting them hang. We started from the basic shapes and went on increasing the complexity.

We explored various forms by dipping cloth in pop and letting it hang. The shown above are their models made in the software Maya.

We performed a set of qualitative and quantitative analysis on our models to check its structural stability and environmental effectiveness.

Analysis of our models.

Rendered plan of our final model.

Rendered elevation and section of our final model.

Rendered elevation and section of our final model.

The process we took to make our final model.

The final model.