ARCH 655 | Parametric Modeling in Design
Course description: This course introduces the principles, methods, and applications of parametric modeling in architectural and environmental design. Students engage with both foundational and advanced topics in architectural geometry, learning how to construct and interpret parametric equations, rules, and constraint-based systems. Through visual programming and scripting workflows, the course explores how algorithms, patterns, and generative logics shape design outcomes. Emphasis is placed on performance-driven modeling, including parametric simulation and iterative evaluation using contemporary digital tools. Students develop the ability to use parametric methods critically, as a medium for design exploration, analysis, and research.
Students' Work
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Travis Halverson
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Zonghan Lyu
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