Computational design methods derived by nature for architectural design
Founded in 2018, start-up 3F Studio has designed the world's first 3D-printed façade made entirely of recyclable plastic (PETg) for the enclosure of the temporary main entrance to the Deutsches Museum.
The founders Moritz Mungenast, Oliver Tessin and Luc Morroni have already collaborated on the project "Fluid Morphology", which was developed at the architecture faculty of the Technical University of Munich (TUM).
In summer, the façade protects against heat, and in winter it lets as much natural light as possible into the building.
Other essential functions such as thermal insulation and natural ventilation can also be integrated without cost-intensive system technology: vertically running, closed air ducts provide stability and insulate the building. A single façade element measures approx. 1x1 m and, thanks to its
translucent, reflective material, it creates a unique aesthetic that makes the museum building an eye-catcher from afar. But the façade design is also fascinating when viewed up close.
The macrostructure of the corrugation integrates another micro-fold on its surface, which improves the acoustic properties of the envelope by diffusely scattering sound reflections. All in just one component, which is individually and completely manufactured in one piece.
3F Studio – Innovative 3D-Printed Architecture
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