For our newest architectural project we’re experimenting with dynamic armatures.  In the past we used to make ribbon shaped assemblies using CAD files.  We would insert section ribbons and transform them, or unfold them.  The shopbot then adds ribs and we glue it all back to create the shape.  The new type of armature we are working with allows flexibility and pins together to hold its shape.  Though it’s not as exact, it’s definitely much faster and more flexible as it can take the shape of any organically curving wood structure.

We’re excited about this new process and it shows!  The guys at the shop have been having fun experimenting with the different shapes that can be created with these flexible structures.

Check out the video HERE to see how it works!