Category Archives: Research
New FoAR paper is out!
You may find our new paper on Hutong neighbourhood grammar here!
Our new book chapter has been published by Springer Nature
Our new book chapter ‘Rethinking the Brick: Developing a File to Fabrication Framework for Mortar-Free, Robotic Masonry Wall Assembly’ has been published by Springer Nature. You may find it here!
Our new book chapter has been published by Springer Nature
Our new book chapter ‘Rethinking the Brick: Developing a File to Fabrication Framework for Mortar-Free, Robotic Masonry Wall Assembly’ has been published by Springer Nature. You may find it here!
Automation in Construction paper is finally out!
Great start into 2023 by publishing our first paper in the high-rated Journal Automation in Constructions. Many thanks to all reviewers for their constructive feedback! You may find the full paper here!
Automation in Construction paper is finally out!
Great start into 2023 by publishing our first paper in the high-rated Journal Automation in Constructions. Many thanks to all reviewers for their constructive feedback! You may find the full paper here!
Guest Lecture at MIT Digital Heritage Research Seminar!
Many thanks to Guzden Varinlioglu for inviting me to her guest lecture series on digital heritage at MIT!
Guest Lecture at MIT Digital Heritage Research Seminar!
Many thanks to Guzden Varinlioglu for inviting me to her guest lecture series on digital heritage at MIT!
Three papers and best paper award at the ASCAAD conference!
Three of our papers were presented at the ASCAAD conference hosted by the Beirut Arab University. You may find them here: Augmented Masonry Design (best paper award) Application of immersive technologies in early design stages Mass customisation of Housing in
Three papers and best paper award at the ASCAAD conference!
Three of our papers were presented at the ASCAAD conference hosted by the Beirut Arab University. You may find them here: Augmented Masonry Design (best paper award) Application of immersive technologies in early design stages Mass customisation of Housing in
Two papers presented in eCAADe 2022, TU Leuven!
We are proud to present that two of our papers have been accepted and will be presented in eCAADe 2022 in Ghent. You may find our papers here: 1) Reinterpreting the Dougong joint by using parametric design methods and robotic
Two papers presented in eCAADe 2022, TU Leuven!
We are proud to present that two of our papers have been accepted and will be presented in eCAADe 2022 in Ghent. You may find our papers here: 1) Reinterpreting the Dougong joint by using parametric design methods and robotic
‘Augmented Bricks’ presented in DigitalFUTURES online conference 2022
Our latest paper on merging robotic fabrication and immersive technologies was presented at the DigitalFutures conference 2022 at Tongji University. You may find the paper here!
‘Augmented Bricks’ presented in DigitalFUTURES online conference 2022
Our latest paper on merging robotic fabrication and immersive technologies was presented at the DigitalFutures conference 2022 at Tongji University. You may find the paper here!
Article on 4D printing published by Springer Nature
Our new article 4D Printing on Textiles: Developing a File to Fabrication Framework for Self-Forming, Composite Wearables has just been published by Springer Nature in the book Advantages in Product Design Engineering. You may find the full paper here!
Article on 4D printing published by Springer Nature
Our new article 4D Printing on Textiles: Developing a File to Fabrication Framework for Self-Forming, Composite Wearables has just been published by Springer Nature in the book Advantages in Product Design Engineering. You may find the full paper here!
Three papers in eCAADe 2021
Looking forward to the presentation of our thre paers in eCAADe 2021 in Novi Sad 8-10. September 2021. You may find the papers here: Zhao J, Lombardi D, Chen H, Agkathidis A. Reinterpretation of the Dougong joint by the use of
Three papers in eCAADe 2021
Looking forward to the presentation of our thre paers in eCAADe 2021 in Novi Sad 8-10. September 2021. You may find the papers here: Zhao J, Lombardi D, Chen H, Agkathidis A. Reinterpretation of the Dougong joint by the use of
Two papers at the ASCAAD 2021 online conference!
We are proud to present our two research papers paper in the CAAD 2021 online conference hosted by the American University of Cairo (2-4 March). You may fond our two papers here: Design ramework for concrete 3D prinding in Saidi Arabia
Two papers at the ASCAAD 2021 online conference!
We are proud to present our two research papers paper in the CAAD 2021 online conference hosted by the American University of Cairo (2-4 March). You may fond our two papers here: Design ramework for concrete 3D prinding in Saidi Arabia
Two papers at the eCAADe 2020 online conference!
We are proud to present our two research papers in the eCAADe 2020 online conference hosted by the TU Berlin (14-15 September). You may fond our two papers here: Parametrising historical Chinese courtyard-dwellings_ Application of robotic technologies for the reinvention of
Two papers at the eCAADe 2020 online conference!
We are proud to present our two research papers in the eCAADe 2020 online conference hosted by the TU Berlin (14-15 September). You may fond our two papers here: Parametrising historical Chinese courtyard-dwellings_ Application of robotic technologies for the reinvention of
Architectural hybrid material composites: computationally enabled techniques to control form generation
Our paper ‘Architectural hybrid material composites: computationally enabled techniques to control form generation’ was published in the Architecture Science Review journal. You may find more information here: doi.org/10.1080/00038628.2019.1666357
Architectural hybrid material composites: computationally enabled techniques to control form generation
Our paper ‘Architectural hybrid material composites: computationally enabled techniques to control form generation’ was published in the Architecture Science Review journal. You may find more information here: doi.org/10.1080/00038628.2019.1666357
eCAADe / SiGraDi 2019 conference participation
We are proud to present our ‘Parametric Beijing Siheyuan: An algorithmic approach for parametric generation of Siheyuan housing variants based on its traditional design principles’ paper in the eCAADe/ SiGraDi conference 2019 in Porto (11-13 September). You may find our
eCAADe / SiGraDi 2019 conference participation
We are proud to present our ‘Parametric Beijing Siheyuan: An algorithmic approach for parametric generation of Siheyuan housing variants based on its traditional design principles’ paper in the eCAADe/ SiGraDi conference 2019 in Porto (11-13 September). You may find our
Dark Matter Garden: a case study in algorithmic modelling and digital fabrication of complex steel structures
The research paper ‘Dark Matter Garden’ has been published in Frontiers of Architectural Research. You may find the accepted manuscript here!
Dark Matter Garden: a case study in algorithmic modelling and digital fabrication of complex steel structures
The research paper ‘Dark Matter Garden’ has been published in Frontiers of Architectural Research. You may find the accepted manuscript here!
‘Active Fabrication’ paper accepted for publication in the International Journal of Architectural Computing
The ‘Active Fabrication’ paper was recently accepted for publication in the International Journal of Architectural Computing, in early 2019. You may find the pre-print here!
‘Active Fabrication’ paper accepted for publication in the International Journal of Architectural Computing
The ‘Active Fabrication’ paper was recently accepted for publication in the International Journal of Architectural Computing, in early 2019. You may find the pre-print here!
Sustainable Retrofits: Post War Residential Towers in Britain is available now, published by Routledge!
This book is the report on our RIBA funded research project presenting the state of the art of sustainable retrofits in post-war residential towers in Britain. The main aim for writing this book is to capture and re‐inform the current
Sustainable Retrofits: Post War Residential Towers in Britain is available now, published by Routledge!
This book is the report on our RIBA funded research project presenting the state of the art of sustainable retrofits in post-war residential towers in Britain. The main aim for writing this book is to capture and re‐inform the current
Participation in ‘Living with Apadtive Architecture’ Exhibition, Lakeside Arts, Nottingham.
Asterios and his MA and PhD students, take part in the ‘Living with Adaptive Architecture’ exhibition, Lakeside Arts Gallery in Nottingham. The exhibition runs from 12.May until 17. June 2018. You may find all the exhibits here: https://stream.liv.ac.uk/s/2qu6v6kj
Participation in ‘Living with Apadtive Architecture’ Exhibition, Lakeside Arts, Nottingham.
Asterios and his MA and PhD students, take part in the ‘Living with Adaptive Architecture’ exhibition, Lakeside Arts Gallery in Nottingham. The exhibition runs from 12.May until 17. June 2018. You may find all the exhibits here: https://stream.liv.ac.uk/s/2qu6v6kj
Kinetic Skin, FabFest 2017
Kinetic Skin Our pavilion proposal for the Fabefest 2017 is hosting a sleeping/relaxation capsule that could potentially be placed in the city, responding to this year’s ‘pop-up city’ theme. The tradition of living capsules is very well known from Japan.
Kinetic Skin, FabFest 2017
Kinetic Skin Our pavilion proposal for the Fabefest 2017 is hosting a sleeping/relaxation capsule that could potentially be placed in the city, responding to this year’s ‘pop-up city’ theme. The tradition of living capsules is very well known from Japan.
‘Biomorphic Structures’ finally released!
You may order the book here! by Laurence King Publishers London!
‘Biomorphic Structures’ finally released!
You may order the book here! by Laurence King Publishers London!
Ceramics Paper published in the Journal of IASS!
Incorporating Digital Tools with Ceramic Crafting: Design and fabrication of light diffusing screen shells finally published int the Journal of the International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures, Madrid.
Ceramics Paper published in the Journal of IASS!
Incorporating Digital Tools with Ceramic Crafting: Design and fabrication of light diffusing screen shells finally published int the Journal of the International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures, Madrid.
Generative Design, Form-Finding Techniques in Architecture
Generative Design, authored by Agkathidis A published by Laurence King Publishing, London, is out now! Available online here!
Generative Design, Form-Finding Techniques in Architecture
Generative Design, authored by Agkathidis A published by Laurence King Publishing, London, is out now! Available online here!
Gold Medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show for the Dark Matter Garden!
a3lab was participating at this years Chelsea Flower Show in collaboration with Howard Miller. Asterios developed the parametric model simulated the dark matter theory, which informed the garden’s design, in addition to the co-development of the 3D fabrication file to factory files
Gold Medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show for the Dark Matter Garden!
a3lab was participating at this years Chelsea Flower Show in collaboration with Howard Miller. Asterios developed the parametric model simulated the dark matter theory, which informed the garden’s design, in addition to the co-development of the 3D fabrication file to factory files
Deceptive Landscape published on Archisearch
After Archinect and Architizer “Deceptive Landscape” has been published on Archisearch, the most successful, Greek on-line journal. In addition, Asterios will become contributor in Archisearch, focusing on the link between academic projects and architectural practice. Visit the article here!
Deceptive Landscape published on Archisearch
After Archinect and Architizer “Deceptive Landscape” has been published on Archisearch, the most successful, Greek on-line journal. In addition, Asterios will become contributor in Archisearch, focusing on the link between academic projects and architectural practice. Visit the article here!
eCAADe 2014, conference presentation
Asterios will present his latest research project, Deceptive Landscape Installation in the coming eCAADe conference, Northumbria University, 10-12.09.2014, Newcastle, UK. Download paper here!
eCAADe 2014, conference presentation
Asterios will present his latest research project, Deceptive Landscape Installation in the coming eCAADe conference, Northumbria University, 10-12.09.2014, Newcastle, UK. Download paper here!
Deceptive Landscape
Research led installation installation at the University of Liverpool. In collaboration with Zhang Yidan, Ye Zhou, Wu Xiaoyun. More info in Archetizer.com! Archinect.com, Archisearch.gr
Deceptive Landscape
Research led installation installation at the University of Liverpool. In collaboration with Zhang Yidan, Ye Zhou, Wu Xiaoyun. More info in Archetizer.com! Archinect.com, Archisearch.gr
Dream Vaults
Research led design project, competition entry, for algorithmic pavilion structure in London, 2014. In collaboration with Kyriakos Chatziparaskeuas.
Dream Vaults
Research led design project, competition entry, for algorithmic pavilion structure in London, 2014. In collaboration with Kyriakos Chatziparaskeuas.
RIBA research trust award 2013
Asterios receives RIBA research trust award grant 2013! kick here for more information!
RIBA research trust award 2013
Asterios receives RIBA research trust award grant 2013! kick here for more information!
ROCK ‘N WHEALS
Competition entry for a temporary canopy structure, In Flint, USA. In collaboration with Kyriakos Chatziparaskeuas and Ioannis Siopidis.2013
ROCK ‘N WHEALS
Competition entry for a temporary canopy structure, In Flint, USA. In collaboration with Kyriakos Chatziparaskeuas and Ioannis Siopidis.2013
Computational Architecture: digital design tools and manufacturing techniques
Book edited by Agkathidis A. BIS publishers Amsterdam, 2012. More info on Amazon!
Computational Architecture: digital design tools and manufacturing techniques
Book edited by Agkathidis A. BIS publishers Amsterdam, 2012. More info on Amazon!
Fold & Stick
Research led installation wall, developed in RDI Shanghai, in collaboration with Ben Prasetya Tanuatmaja, 2011. Download paper!
Fold & Stick
Research led installation wall, developed in RDI Shanghai, in collaboration with Ben Prasetya Tanuatmaja, 2011. Download paper!
Moiré: Sustainable Façade Retrofit
Sustainable façade retrofit for the Marriott Tower, in collaboration with Just.Burgeff Architekten. Frankfurt upon Main, 2011. More info in archdaily.com !
Moiré: Sustainable Façade Retrofit
Sustainable façade retrofit for the Marriott Tower, in collaboration with Just.Burgeff Architekten. Frankfurt upon Main, 2011. More info in archdaily.com !
Tree-Structure Canopy
Steel structure canopy for the Marriott Tower, in collaboration with Just.Burgeff Architekten. Frankfurt upon Main, 2011. More info in Archdaily.com ! Download research paper here!
Tree-Structure Canopy
Steel structure canopy for the Marriott Tower, in collaboration with Just.Burgeff Architekten. Frankfurt upon Main, 2011. More info in Archdaily.com ! Download research paper here!
Digital Manufacturing in Design and Architecture
Book edited by Agkathidis A. BIS publishers, Amsterdam,2011, English, Korean and Chinese editions. More information on Amazon!
Digital Manufacturing in Design and Architecture
Book edited by Agkathidis A. BIS publishers, Amsterdam,2011, English, Korean and Chinese editions. More information on Amazon!
Performative Geometries: Transforming Textile Techniques
Book edited by Agkathidis A, Schillig G, BIS publishers, Amsterdam, 2010. More information in Amazon!
Performative Geometries: Transforming Textile Techniques
Book edited by Agkathidis A, Schillig G, BIS publishers, Amsterdam, 2010. More information in Amazon!
Modular Structures in Design and Architecture
Book edited by A.Agkathidis. BIS publishers Amsterdam. German, English, Korean and Chinese editions, 2009, More information in Amazon.co.uk!
Modular Structures in Design and Architecture
Book edited by A.Agkathidis. BIS publishers Amsterdam. German, English, Korean and Chinese editions, 2009, More information in Amazon.co.uk!
Lydia Lithos
Municipal Centre in Paphos Cyprus, research led design, competition entry, 2008. In collaboration with Archiglobe/Johan Bettum with Ragunath Vasudevan, Nischal Abhayakumar, Dhurgai Kumaran. Assistance: Stefanie Maerzke engineering: Harlad Kloft/OSD. Cost calculation:Michael Voutsas, Dimitra Agkathidou, Just.Burgeff architekten.
Lydia Lithos
Municipal Centre in Paphos Cyprus, research led design, competition entry, 2008. In collaboration with Archiglobe/Johan Bettum with Ragunath Vasudevan, Nischal Abhayakumar, Dhurgai Kumaran. Assistance: Stefanie Maerzke engineering: Harlad Kloft/OSD. Cost calculation:Michael Voutsas, Dimitra Agkathidou, Just.Burgeff architekten.
Form Defining Strategies, experimental architectural design
Book edited by Agkathidis A, Schillig G, Hudert M, Wasmuth, Berlin – Tübingen. 1st, 2nd and 3d editions, 2008. More information in Amazon!
Form Defining Strategies, experimental architectural design
Book edited by Agkathidis A, Schillig G, Hudert M, Wasmuth, Berlin – Tübingen. 1st, 2nd and 3d editions, 2008. More information in Amazon!
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