Thinking in systems, across time and culture. These studies examine architectural and construciton intelligence wherever it is found, from the Forbidden City’s prefabrication to contemporary global innovations, all through the lens of systemic logic.
An Ancient Fix for Australia's Modern Housing Crisis: Rethinking MMC
Imagine you are transported 600 years ago. The emperor has just commanded you to build his new palace. The top concern of the emperor is how soon he can move in. The scope of the palace is quite ambitious: it covers 8,700 halls and rooms of all sizes. The footprint of the buildings alone, excluding gardens and plazas, is equivalent to 15 soccer fields. He asks you: “How long would you need?” ...