Taijitu – Living Structures
A generative design exploration of balance, duality, and flow — Taijitu emerges from the intersection of parametric form and biomorphic intuition. Rooted in the philosophy of yin and yang, this structural concept reimagines the fluid dynamics of nature in a digitally driven process.
A parametric, biophilic form that reimagines the future of shelter. Inspired by the yin-yang philosophy, Taijitu explores balance — between technology and nature, structure and flow, groundedness and flight. Evoking a floating organism, the design invites us into a speculative space where built environments adapt like living systems, breathing harmony into an alternate reality.
Process Overview
Algorithmic Craft & Conceptual Balance
Developed during the Design Interventions masterclass — an intensive program led by experts in Rhino and Grasshopper — I leveraged advanced computational design tools to create this evolving structure. Parametric systems allowed for dynamic control of surface tension, pattern variation, and light interaction, echoing the project's thematic core of interdependence and transformation.
Form Study & Material Simulation
Using Grasshopper, I generated organic typologies that could adapt across multiple scales — from pavilion skins to sculptural furniture. Each iteration responded to simulated environmental inputs and structural forces, embodying a living geometry that negotiates stillness and motion.
Certificate Completion
Algorithmic Craft & Conceptual Balance
Developed during the Design Interventions masterclass — an intensive program led by experts in Rhino and Grasshopper — I leveraged advanced computational design tools too .
Design Interventions – Rhino & Grasshopper Masterclass
Certificate of Completion – December 2023
An 11-day intensive program on advanced parametric design tools, taught by leading architects and designers in computational design. This hands-on course focused on mastering Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper, pushing creative boundaries through algorithmic modeling and experimental form generation
Process Highlights
1. Philosophical Framework & Utopian Narrative
Rooted in the yin-yang concept, the project began with defining opposing yet complementary forces within society and design. A speculative world was constructed to house the structure — one where harmony is central to survival.
2. Parametric Form Generation
Through digital modeling and parametric tools, the structure was developed as a dynamic organism. Curves, voids, and flows were refined to mirror life-like movement and spatial fluidity.
3. Material & Spatial Systems
Biophilic systems were embedded within the form — suggesting adaptability, transparency, and responsiveness to climate and environment. The structure could float, nest, or hover — detached from traditional constraints.
4. Visualization & Storytelling
High-fidelity renders and conceptual visuals were used to communicate the emotional and environmental tone of the structure. Scale, context, and light played a crucial role in shaping its narrative presence.
Immersive Prototyping & Visualization
The final digital model was paired with visual storytelling and environmental renders that emphasized texture, translucency, and flow. Taijitu becomes not just a form, but a spatial meditation — a sensory invitation to experience harmony in structure.
Parametric Design Development
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Utilized parametric design principles to create a fluid and dynamic form that mirrors the constant flux of existence.
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Incorporated biophilic elements to enhance the connection between occupants and the natural environment.
Visualization & Representation
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Developed detailed visualizations to communicate the structure's ethereal presence and its integration within the alternate reality.
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Emphasized the structure's ability to exist beyond conventional placement—on land, water, air, or in space.