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Bar Code Housing System

An on-going research project, the Bar Code Housing System is both, a computer aided design and a building system for the construction of housing blocks with industrialized processes. Derived parametrically, the Bar Code Housing System explores interaction between various elements to arrive at multiple design configurations and possibilities.

By: Leandro Madrazo, ARC Arquitectura i Enginyeria La Salle

Architecture-Page | Bar Code Housing System by Leandro Madrazo
Building subsystems: structure of pre-cast concrete components; layered facade composed of prefabricated panels; building services accessible from the outer walkways

A block's generative process can be carried out autonomously by the computer system or/and in interaction with the user.

At each stage of the process, the program checks for possible conflicts between the different subsystems (spaces, building services, structure and circulation).

Facade compositions can be created in an interactive way, modifying the design parameters (orientation, isolation, illumination and cost).

Architecture-Page | Bar Code Housing System by Leandro Madrazo
Facade as independent system

Finally, the program automatically generates the documents for the building of a block (drawings, preliminary estimate).

In the future, the computer program will be integrated in a comprehensive web environment, which will facilitate communication and the collaboration among all agents involved in the design and construction of housing."

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