mellowes research fellowship exhibit
Alex Timmer
Duncan McGlachlin
Mellowes Research Fellowship Exhibition
Exhibited with Duncan McGlachlin
Spring 2023
(Architectural) Form and (Thermodynamic) Performance explores lightweight concrete solutions which allow formal variations to manipulate active and passive thermal forces. In form and (apply) performance cement infused fabric is draped over a lightweight wooden frame to amplify buoyancy ventilation. Again, utilizing cement-infused fabric, (integrated) form and performance employs modular precast concrete pieces to construct a radiator whose form directs flows of energy and air. The work will be documented and developed through a series of workshops from April 7th – April 28th.
This exhibit was thought of as a workshop. Every week students would be invited in to rebuild the wall. Testing the cement infused fabric modules for their formal and performative capabilities. These iterations helped us to understand the capacity of the system and are leading to a redesign of the module this summer.
This work was completed with the generous support of James and Maureen
Mellowes through the Mellowes Master’s Research Assistantship.