The FLARE is a building facade that allows the exterior of an edifice to “express†itself and interact with its environment, therefore acting as a living skin or membrane. The system consists of a series of tiltable metal flakes supplemented by pneumatic cylinders that can be controlled individually. Each computer-controlled metal flake reflects sunlight and when it is tilted downwards, its face is shaded from the light making it appear as a dark pixel formed by natural light.
This is really revolutionary. A reflection membrane as a building facade. The video is really amazing.
Living Skin Building Facades
The FLARE
Trend Themes
1. Living Skin Facades - Opportunity for buildings to interact with the environment and express themselves through dynamic exterior surfaces.
2. Tiltable Metal Flakes - Innovative use of metal flakes and pneumatic cylinders to create a responsive and adaptable building facade.
3. Computer-controlled Reflection - Utilizing computer-controlled metal flakes to reflect and manipulate sunlight, creating visual effects and shading.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Integration of living skin facades in architectural designs to enhance aesthetics and sustainability.
2. Materials Manufacturing - Production of tiltable metal flakes and pneumatic cylinders for use in dynamic building facades.
3. Smart Building Technology - Development of computer-controlled systems for reflective surfaces and energy-efficient building facades.