the dynamic windows of the kiefer technic showroom by ernst giselbrecht + partne

The love and fascination with technology and experimentation has become a prevalent and extensive part in the architectural discourse in these times. There are already many dynamic facade treatment examples in this industry that have proven its workability. That is undeniable truth that facade in today’s architecture is getting just as complex as the building structure. “Through fully integrated design strategies, today’s facade can provide responsive and performative envelopes that both contextually and conceptually react to their local surroundings, whilst simultaneously determining interior conditions,” said Ben Van Berkel, the co-founder of UNStudio (2014). To top it up, people are becoming increasingly aware of their surrounding environment and prefer ideas and designs that are sustainable and environment friendly. The visual impact of any structure for a layman is mostly associated with the structures greatness, its aesthetics, its uniqueness, and how captivating it is apart from the amount invested in it by the companies. It is a crucial component, especially considering public or commercial buildings or even offices on important avenues and streets.

The façade is a part of the urban fabric that builds up the city.

What if a facade functions more than just an envelope of a building? What if a facade responds to climate, technology, sunlight, or even natural element such as wind? What if a facade can constantly react to the surrounding and forms a pattern of movement by itself? What if, a “dynamic facade” proposal that could respond to the environment and minimize the energy consumption? But what pushes its own boundary now, is how do we make the facade more than just a static vertical architectural element. Throughout the architecture history, we have been concerning the facade treatment for a much pleasant visual impact to the public.

Concurso de La Sociedad Colombiana de Arquitectos.

Ministerio de Comercio Industria y Turismo.

The dynamic windows of the kiefer technic showroom by ernst giselbrecht + partne