#climaticdesign

LYTHERA, the world of artificial weather. Mist rises from the plazas like breath. Towers generate clouds to cool the streets below. It’s a city that designs its own climate, where architecture and atmosphere are one continuous body. AI can’t feel temperature, but it can simulate emotion. To achieve that, describe atmosphere instead of form. Use words like “damp light”, “filtered haze”, “moist air diffusion”. These phrases let the model imagine humidity and tone, building mood into geometry. The result is a haunting environment.

How can we make contextual design a core principle? Architects often encounter the challenge of designing buildings that lack harmony with their surroundings. By deeply respecting the context, you can create designs that enhance rather than disrupt their environment. Analyze site conditions, local climate, and cultural context to ensure your design integrates seamlessly. Engage with the local community to understand their needs and aspirations, and let these insights inform your decisions. This holistic approach ensures sustainability and relevance, making your projects stand the test of time. Through contextual design, you create buildings that fit and enrich their surroundings, fostering a sense of place and community.

How can we make contextual design a core principle? Architects often encounter the challenge of designing buildings that lack harmony with their surroundings. By deeply respecting the context, you can create designs that enhance rather than disrupt their environment. Analyze site conditions, local climate, and cultural context to ensure your design integrates seamlessly. Engage with the local community to understand their needs and aspirations, and let these insights inform your decisions. This holistic approach ensures sustainability and relevance, making your projects stand the test of time. Through contextual design, you create buildings that fit and enrich their surroundings, fostering a sense of place and community.

Vietnam-based studio Tropical Space delivers an office building in Ho Chi Minh City using a double layered façade and articulating the frugal brick to maximise natural light and ventilation. Check it out here… https://bit.ly/TS-IAnD

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