This thesis delves into the ancient art of stereotomy, focusing on the cutting of stone for architectural purposes, and pivots to a specialized study on Spanish helical stairs. It aims to bridge traditional craftsmanship with modern computational design by developing an algorithm that captures the essence of these stairs. The research foregrounds the complexity and beauty inherent in stereotomy, emphasizing the challenge of defying gravity and achieving a harmonious balance between mass and form. Spanish helical stairs are highlighted as a pinnacle of this discipline, embodying elegance and structural ingenuity that appear to transcend physical laws. The study involves analyzing historical treatises on stereotomy, specifically those by Juan de Portor y Castro, Alonso de Vandelvira, and Ginés Martínez de Aranda, to ground the algorithm in authentic architectural principles. Through the examination of various helical stair types and case studies, the thesis identifies key characteristics and evolutionary trends. The developed algorithm is not only a tool for understanding but also for innovating architectural design, potentially guiding new forms inspired by stereotomy. Ultimately, this thesis represents an exploration into combining the wisdom of traditional stereotomy with the capabilities of contemporary technology, offering new perspectives on the design and construction of helical stairs and advancing the field towards fresh avenues of creativity and technical exploration.
Questa tesi approfondisce l'antica arte della stereotomia, concentrandosi sul taglio della pietra per scopi architettonici, fa perno su uno studio specializzato sulle scale elicoidali spagnole. L'obiettivo è quello di collegare l'artigianato tradizionale con il moderno design computazionale, sviluppando un algoritmo che catturi l'essenza di queste scale. La ricerca mette in evidenza la complessità e la bellezza insite nella stereotomia, sottolineando la sfida verso la gravità e di raggiungere un equilibrio armonioso tra massa e forma. Le scale elicoidali spagnole sono evidenziate come un apice di questa disciplina, incarnando l'eleganza e l'ingegnosità strutturale che sembrano trascendere le leggi fisiche. Lo studio prevede l'analisi di trattati storici sulla stereotomia, in particolare quelli di Juan de Portor y Castro, Alonso de Vandelvira e Ginés Martínez de Aranda, per fondare l'algoritmo su principi architettonici autentici. Attraverso l'esame di vari tipi di scale elicoidali e casi di studio, la tesi identifica le caratteristiche chiave e le tendenze evolutive. L'algoritmo sviluppato non è solo uno strumento di comprensione ma anche di innovazione della progettazione architettonica, potenzialmente in grado di guidare nuove forme ispirate alla stereotomia. In definitiva, questa tesi rappresenta un'esplorazione per combinare la saggezza della stereotomia tradizionale con le capacità della tecnologia contemporanea, offrendo nuove prospettive sulla progettazione e la costruzione di scale elicoidali e facendo progredire il campo verso nuove strade di creatività ed esplorazione tecnica.
Algorithms-aided stereotomy
Corti, Edoardo
2022/2023
Abstract
This thesis delves into the ancient art of stereotomy, focusing on the cutting of stone for architectural purposes, and pivots to a specialized study on Spanish helical stairs. It aims to bridge traditional craftsmanship with modern computational design by developing an algorithm that captures the essence of these stairs. The research foregrounds the complexity and beauty inherent in stereotomy, emphasizing the challenge of defying gravity and achieving a harmonious balance between mass and form. Spanish helical stairs are highlighted as a pinnacle of this discipline, embodying elegance and structural ingenuity that appear to transcend physical laws. The study involves analyzing historical treatises on stereotomy, specifically those by Juan de Portor y Castro, Alonso de Vandelvira, and Ginés Martínez de Aranda, to ground the algorithm in authentic architectural principles. Through the examination of various helical stair types and case studies, the thesis identifies key characteristics and evolutionary trends. The developed algorithm is not only a tool for understanding but also for innovating architectural design, potentially guiding new forms inspired by stereotomy. Ultimately, this thesis represents an exploration into combining the wisdom of traditional stereotomy with the capabilities of contemporary technology, offering new perspectives on the design and construction of helical stairs and advancing the field towards fresh avenues of creativity and technical exploration.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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