Stage 1:
The initial modeling concept began as a small-scale rain shelter, incorporating glazed openings to admit natural sunlight. The core form was established by lofting three parallel curves, with two vertical straight lines lofted to enclose the ends. Adaptive tapered tube columns were then parametrically placed between the lofted surface and the ground. The system allows control over parameters such as height, width, length, panel divisions, column count, and column radii.
Stage 2:
As the design evolved, a mathematical transformation was introduced by applying a sine wave function to the original straight guide curves. This transformation—driven by adjustable parameters for wave amplitude and cycle count—converted the flat shell into a dynamic, ribbed arch form, significantly enhancing the structure’s aesthetics.
Stage 3:
At its original scale, the form functions as a rain canopy or compact shelter. When scaled up, it becomes more suitable as a covered pedestrian walkway, providing shade and weather protection. At the largest scale, the structure resembles a vehicular bridge cover.
To maintain the design intent across all scales, key parameters—such as wave frequency, column count, and tube radius—were adjusted proportionally.