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Advanced Customization in Architectural Design and Construction

  • Presents the state of the art and key challenges in mass customization within the construction sector
  • Describes cutting-edge case studies in digitally fabricated architectural realizations
  • Provides a helpful glossary of terms for newcomers to the topic
  • Includes comparative tables with specifications for CNC procedures
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Part of the book series: SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology (BRIEFSAPPLSCIENCES)

Part of the book sub series: PoliMI SpringerBriefs (BRIEFSPOLIMI)

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Table of contents (5 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-ix
  2. Introduction

    • Roberto Naboni, Ingrid Paoletti
    Pages 1-5
  3. The Third Industrial Revolution

    • Roberto Naboni, Ingrid Paoletti
    Pages 7-27
  4. Advanced Machinery

    • Roberto Naboni, Ingrid Paoletti
    Pages 29-75
  5. How to Build (Almost) Anything Customized

    • Roberto Naboni, Ingrid Paoletti
    Pages 77-152
  6. Towards a 100 % Customized Architecture

    • Roberto Naboni, Ingrid Paoletti
    Pages 153-159
  7. Back Matter

    Pages 161-170

About this book

This book presents the state of the art in advanced customization within the sector of architectural design and construction, explaining important new technologies that are boosting design, product and process innovation and identifying the challenges to be confronted as we move toward a mass customization construction industry. Advanced machinery and software integration are discussed, as well as an overview of the manufacturing techniques offered through digital methods that are acquiring particular significance within the field of digital architecture. CNC machining, Robotic Fabrication, and Additive Manufacturing processes are all clearly explained, highlighting their ability to produce personalized architectural forms and unique construction components. Cutting-edge case studies in digitally fabricated architectural realizations are described and, looking towards the future, a new model of 100% customized architecture for design and construction is presented. The book is an excellent guide to the profound revolution taking place within the fields of architectural design and construction, characterized by computational tools, advanced fabrication means and custom-made high-performance architecture.

Authors and Affiliations

  • ABC - Department of Architecture,Built Environment, Construction Engg, Polytechnic University of Milan, Milano, Italy

    Roberto Naboni

  • ABC - Department of Architecture, Built Environment, Construction Eng, Polytechnic University of Milan, Milano, Italy

    Ingrid Paoletti

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eBook USD 44.99
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Softcover Book USD 59.99
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  • Compact, lightweight edition
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