Architectural geometry

Architectural geometry is an area of research which combines applied geometry and architecture,^[1] which looks at the design, analysis and manufacture processes. It lies at the core of architectural design^[2] and strongly challenges contemporary practice, the so-called architectural practice of the digital age.^[3]

Architectural geometry is influenced by following fields: differential geometry, topology, fractal geometry, and cellular automata.

polyhedral approximation of a cyclide-offset.

Topics include:

• freeform curves and surfaces creation
• developable surfaces
• discretisation
• generative design
• digital prototyping and manufacturing

See also

• Geometric design
• Computer-aided architectural design
• Mathematics and architecture
• Fractal geometry
• Blobitecture