prototypes for adaptable spaces cont...

concept 'bloom'

The second example was based on folded triangles bended from a sheet of card scored in 4 directions ... both diagonals, vertically and horizontally. The way it folds up into a bud and extends into a squarish form was stumbled upon by accident. It's cute, but probably too complicated a form for a building.

prototypes for adaptable spaces

The following photos show 2 examples of adaptable spaces. Both use repetitive geometric modules which stretch and contract according to the desirable function or weather.


concept 'concertina'

1. flat mode
ideas ... eaves for sun protection
... flat packing

















2. semi open mode
ideas ... ventilation/allowing sunlight in









3. fully open mode













further thoughts:
possibilities as layered cellular wall structure & furniture