Popular architectural philosophy has, for at least the past century and a half, been dominated in nearly all respects by the oft repeated phrase ‘form follows function’. The truistic nature of this saying has led to its extreme dominance in the world of contemporary architecture, as it is indeed no simple task to argue that the form of a structure …
Technological advancements in physiological body sensor networks (i.e., biometric tracking wearables) and simulated environments (i.e., VR) have led to increased research in the field of neuroarchitecture, specifically investigating the effects of architectural forms, defined here as subtle variations in the shape or configuration of the interior built environment, on neurological responses. While this research field is still in its nascent …
Todd Lael Siler The author presents an update on the development of the Fractal Reactor concept. This nature-inspired theoretical device uniquely combines magnetic and quasi-inertial containment mechanisms to generate and tap the energies of high temperature plasmas. The Fractal Reactor concept considers building a fusion power reactor based on the real geometry of nature, rather than the virtual geometry that Euclid postulated around 330 …
After decades of being ignored, the concept of beauty, as understood by the non-architect, has recently been making a comeback in architecture, not so much in the practice itself, as in appeals for design solutions that are more human-centered and not dictated by abstract principles. Architectural beauty needs to be evaluated from its effects on human health. This study discusses …
Oxford University, Oxford, United Kingdom | Joint presentation with John Simpson, RIBA | 120 Attendees University of Oklahoma, College of Architecture, Neuroscience, Beauty and Design Symposium, Norman, OK | Joint presentation with Lydia Soo and Tiziana Proietti | 200 Attendees Traditional Building Conference, Princeton, NJ | 150 Attendees Traditional Building Conference, Denver, CO | 120 Attendees Traditional Building Conference, virtual conference PUARL + Building …
Apr 28 ❧ UX+Design Conference, Tufts University, Boston, MA, Lecture July 27 ❧ Science in Design, Denver Design Center, Denver, CO, Lecture Aug 5 ❧ American Institute of Building & Design, Nashville, TN, Lecture Aug 23 ❧ Ludowici Restoration Conference, Columbus, OH, Lecture Oct 5 ❧ University of Denver, Denver, CO, Lecture to real estate development class Oct 13 ❧ …
Feb 8 ❧ University of Colorado Denver College of Architecture & Planning. Lecture Feb 16 ❧ Wolfson Prize Presentation: London, UK Feb 25 ❧ TAG 4 Conference, Washington DC. Lecture Feb 25 ❧ TAG 4 Conference, Washington DC. Built Beautiful screening Mar 10 ❧ Ax:son Johnson Center for the Study of Classical Architecture March 10 ❧ Downing College, University of Cambridge, …
