UNStudio: modular fabrication for pct at london design week 2011

‘modular fabrication’ by UNStudio in london, england images courtesy of UNStudio

dutch practice UNStudio is collaborating with premier composite technologies to create ‘modular fabrication’, an installation for 100% design london during london design week 2011. a single module formed from a structural foam core, carbon glass fiber and epoxy resin will be repeated and configured into a rhythmic composition. the material’s inherently lightweight and strong qualities allow for a plethora of arrangements. fabricated with rapid prototyping, this exercise highlights science merging with architecture, emphasizing the importance of advancing the field with the formulation of innovative efficient products.

repetitive arrangement of modules

the five meter by ten meter meandering configuration will present cutting edge technological information to visitors. small screens and projections located at the ends of the angled framework will display relevant videos and images to the temporary display. this exhibition will be held at earls court in london from september 22 through the 25 of 2011.

in reference to this project, ben van berkel of UNstudio has stated: ‘modular fabrication plays with new readings connected to the science of observing and experiencing spatial arrangements. it deals with the perception of space and the possibility for the creation of social cohesion.’

(left) projection of technological images (right) LCD screens

installation at london design week 2011 winner of the ‘best stand’ blueprint award image © dave vickers

LCD screen and connection image © dave vickers

LCD screen detail image © dave vickers

installation connection detail image © dave vickers