Abstract:
The world is evolving rapidly, and these changes significantly impact our environment. Studies indicate that people spend the vast majority of their time indoors, whether at home or in cars, leaving only a small fraction of their life spent outdoors—comparable to just a few hours each week. Buildings play a more integral role in our lives than we often realize, affecting our well-being, emotions, and ideas. As technology advances, it is essential to leverage it to make life more efficient. To protect our environment while enhancing user comfort and well-being, we must consider factors such as physical lifespan, efficiency, flexibility, comfort, safety, and security of buildings. Many buildings are demolished not due to structural deterioration but because they no longer meet user needs. Modularity is crucial, allowing spaces to adapt easily to changing requirements with the assistance of technology that controls various aspects like lighting and temperature.
The primary goal of this thesis is to analyze and structure methods for enhancing the flexibility of buildings. By focusing on modularity and adaptability, the aim is to extend the functional lifespan of structures, ensuring they remain relevant and useful to their occupants over time.
This research will prioritize modularity and adaptability to propose flexible prototypes that exemplify innovative approaches to design, construction, and technology integration. By studying and implementing these methods, the thesis seeks to demonstrate how spaces can be divided and adapted as needed, supported by technology to control various environmental factors efficiently.
In conclusion, buildings should be more than static structures; they should function as living systems. By promoting efficiency through advanced technology and innovative design, buildings can better meet the evolving needs of their users,
ultimately enhancing both comfort and sustainability. This thesis aims to provide a framework for such adaptable and modular building designs, contributing to more resilient and user-centric environments.
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