Rice Architecture
23RM_X03
RECIPROCAL MODEL / EXPERIMENT THREE
Mingru Han
Colette Leong
Alexander Jamu
Jayden Yan
Michael Zhong
The design inspired by Valerio Olgiati and Christian Kerez challenges convention through its intricate system of slots, a labyrinthine exploration of light, space, and form. The interplay of slots within the model symbolizes a fusion of negative and positive space, echoing Olgiati's fascination with volume and void. The use of columns and trusses blurs the line between support and expression, echoing Kerez's penchant for structural experimentation. In this creation, the boundary between wall and trusses becomes a question mark, provoking thought on what defines the core of a building. The model serves as a microcosm of architectural contemplation, where conventional notions are challenged and redefined. It encourages us to explore the uncharted territories of architectural expression, where innovation meets tradition, and the dichotomy between structure and form dissolves into a harmonious coexistence. The making of this reciprocal model has encountered a series of problems regarding a systematic allocation of slots. It turns out that a mere consideration in 2D is not sufficient.