THE DUALITY OF CLAY AND CONCRETE
Synopsis
This paper discusses the duality between clay and concrete within the framework of additive manufacturing. Particularly in the case of 3D concrete printing, the monolithic approach of continuous printing of large-format architectural elements is being prioritised. Contrary to this path, this paper examines modularity and configurability for both 3D clay and concrete printing. This represents a means of extending the life-cycle of components and architectures by designing for reuse and adaptability. This is showcased through a fundamental architectural element, the column. The tectonic expressivness of the developed structures is being discussed through the lense of computational ornamentality and digital craftmanship.