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Over the last decade design interests have begun shifting away from complex overall forms towards the tessellated worlds of scripted and parametrically defined structures. The blob may be dead, but the challenge of complex geometries in architecture remains. Blob or pattern — advanced computational techniques are becoming indispensable in supporting design, fabrication and process management.
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Bechthold, M. (2010). More Bang for the Buck?. In: GAM Architecture Magazine 06. Graz Architektur Magazin Graz Architecture Magazine, vol 6. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-211-99210-4_10
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