09 · Handcraft
Zenbo Seinei Structural Model
A detailed hand-crafted model of Shigeru Ban's Zenbo Seinei Wellness Centre, built to analyze its structural integrity and joinery.
- Category
- Handcraft
- Location
- Awaji, Japan
- Year
- Sep – Dec 2024
- Role
- Model fabrication 50%
- Advisor
- Mark R. Cruvellier
The model employs double-stained wood planks, meticulously cut and crafted to replicate the intricate connections of the design. Metal components sandwich the wood joints for precision, while eyeglass screws fasten 3D-printed columns to the wooden surfaces, reflecting the authenticity of the structural connections.
Overview
By replicating the materiality and assembly process, the model offers deep insight into the innovative design of Zenbo Seinei, bridging craftsmanship with architectural analysis and underscoring the importance of detail in structural design.
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