For this stage, I created a multi-unit building form using Grasshopper by generating a base mass and subdividing the façade surfaces into panels. I used parametric controls to adjust the size and proportions of the units, allowing the overall geometry to update dynamically. The wall panels were generated through surface subdivision workflows, creating a flexible façade system that could adapt to different building dimensions and layouts.
For this stage, I expanded the façade system by creating solar-responsive shading elements. I subdivided the wall surfaces into rectangular panels using parametric surface division tools and generated vertical shading fins at each panel location. Using Ladybug’s SunPath component, I simulated sun position based on date, time, and geographic location. Panel normals were compared to the sun vector using a Dot Product calculation, allowing the shading depth to dynamically adjust depending on solar exposure. Panels facing the sun produced deeper fins, while shaded areas remained more minimal.
I further refined the adaptive façade system by increasing the complexity and responsiveness of the shading structure. Additional parametric controls allowed the façade geometry to respond more fluidly to changes in solar orientation and panel distribution. The structure could dynamically adjust fin depth, panel density, and overall façade articulation while maintaining a consistent architectural language across all units.