| Title |
A Study on Application of Fractal Geometry to Architectural Design |
| Keywords |
Fractal Geometry ; Fractal Dimension ; Box-counting Dimension ; Fractal Rhythm ; Self-similarity ; Non-linearity ; Randomness |
| Abstract |
Contemporary architecture tends to deconstruct modern architecture based on rationalization just like reductionism and functionalism and secedes from it. It means change from mechanical to organic and ecological view of the world. According to these changes, consideration of compositive relationship presented to variety and complexity in architecture. Thus, the modern speculation based on rationalism cannot provide an alternative interpretation about the complicated architectural phenomena. At this point of time, the purpose of this study is to investigate the possibilities of the fractal geometry as an alternative tool of design analysis and methodology in contemporary architecture. In this study, two major aspects are discussed. Frist, the fractal concepts just like 'fractal dimension', 'box-counting dimension' and 'fractal rhythm' can be applied to design analysis in architecture. Second, the fractal formative principles just like 'scaling', 'superimposition·trace', 'distortion' and 'repetition' can be applied to design methodology in architecture. Fractal geometry similar to nature's patterned order can be provided endless possibilities for design analysis and methodology in architecture. Therefore the further study of fractal geometry should progress synthetically through the basis of the study. |