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Parametric Design and You!

Lunchtime Forum

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Image courtesy Flickr user BAKOKO

When you look at the Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, it is clear that its gravity defying arcs, ramps and curves are the product of an immensely complicated engineering system. Called parametrical modeling, this system not only facilitates fantastical architecture but can also optimize buildings for sustainable, structural and economic efficiencies. Learn how its use is changing design.

+ Hao Ko / Gensler
+ Lisa Iwamoto / Iwamoto Scott Architecture
+ Andrew Kudless / Matsys
+ Allison Arieff / SPUR

Location

SPUR Urban Center
654 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

Admission

Free to members
$10 for non-members
Okay to bring lunch

Refund Policy

Sponsorship payments: Will not be refunded, as sponsorship benefits take effect immediately and are on-going through the date of the event.

Auxiliary Services

If, in order to participate in a SPUR event, you need auxiliary aids or services for a disability (e.g., qualified interpreter, qualified reader, written materials, taped texts) please submit your request five business days before the event to [email protected] or 415-781-8726 x132. SPUR will work with you in identifying effective auxiliary aids or services that it can provide. If you need to cancel your request, please notify SPUR at least two business days before the event.