Large architectural projects involve many different stakeholders. Typically these projects require countless hours of reworking the model and the supporting design information. Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) uses a parametric design process, which includes Rhino and Grasshopper, to create a dynamic design model. With KPF's parametric workflow, everything remains up-to-date, and the model is kept lightweight.
111 Murray Street is the latest residential tower designed by KPF to join the skyline of New York City skyscrapers. Using a harmonious blend of applications, the project design developed as a parametric model that was part of a larger building information modeling process. Design aesthetics and planning information link to create a dynamic model that responds to programming changes. Early on, the team was able to make design changes and see real-time analytics dynamically updated. Some of these analytics include:
- Wall-type panel counts used to inform fabricators of unit quantities
- Window-to-wall ratio values used to inform energy modeling efforts
- Floor areas used to maximize FAR
- Facade panel twist to inform design gestures
- Setout documentation for drawing set coordination
The computational workflow not only benefits KPF clients and employees but also has been noticed by KPF industry partners.
We continue to see these design workflows evolve.
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