Datamorphoz - Computational design. Impression 3D d'une morphologie poreuse bio-inspirée en SLA (résine)
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Innovative design process

At the intersection of applied research and education, we aim to support the digital transition by systematising algorithmic processes in our design methods.

Using practices ranging from urban morphogenesis and artificial intelligence to bio-inspired growth processes, automation and mass customisation, we explore new design methodologies to conceptualise and build the city of tomorrow.

Morpho
gEnEsIS

Discover urban morphogenesis through application cases in the Engineering section.

Engineering
Datamorphoz - Computational design. Génération d'enveloppe solaire non-binaire, issue des méthodes développées dans "Voxel computational morphogenesis in urban context : proposition and analysis of rules-based generative algorithms considering solar access", Ilona Pinto de Araujo (2017)

Morphogenesis is the ability to generate shapes according to a design strategy.

These processes are useful where there are optimization or automation requirements. In urban design, Morphogenesis allows to create optimised scenarios for placing urban shapes based on pre-defined objectives.

There are two ways to achieve this: iteratively varying parametric models or defining rules for morphological growth. The same strategies can be used to generate organic forms at any scale.

What if tomorrow’s city was algorithmic?

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Bio-inspiration

By applying the strategies of growth and resilience observed in living systems to the fields of urban planning and construction, new design processes can be developed to address the major ecological transition challenges of our time.

In living organisms, forms and flows of matter, energy, or information are extensively optimised.

Datamorphoz - Computational design. Impression 3D d'une morphologie poreuse bio-inspirée en SLA (résine)

“This is why we draw much of our inspiration from physical processes such as cellular automata, L-systems, and swarm behaviour – commonly known as collective intelligence – to inform our projects.”

Discover how bio-inspiration can help your projects.

  • Complex, organic geometries
  • Urban morphogenesis
  • Procedural approach
  • Environmental resilience
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