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NTU Pavilion Project

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Joshua Chan

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A conceptual pavilion designed to host the ADBE degree show at Nottingham University. Developed through RIBA Stages 0–3, the project explores parametric design to generate adaptive, efficient forms. Sustainability is aiming to be achieved through passive strategies and low-impact materials, while artificial intelligence is integrated to optimise environmental performance. The pavilion functions as both an exhibition space and a showcase of new technologies shaping the future of architectural design and education.

Project

To prevent excessive sunlight exposure, hexagonal panels were designed and strategically arranged. During the design process, a combination of black, white, and transparent panels was used to maintain stable natural lighting within the pavilion, aligning with the principles of human-centred design and user experience. The black and white panels help absorb heat, thereby contributing to temperature regulation inside the pavilion.
AI tools integrated within modelling software were utilised to randomly assign panel materials—black, white, or transparent (represented in blue for presentation purposes). Using Rhino and Grasshopper, the panel colours and configurations could be controlled parametrically. This allowed for dynamic variations that respond to changes in sunlight intensity, with AI a

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