Bucky Lab Studio, TU Delft, 2016
The Quick Frame system is designed to provide a flexible shelter capable of covering areas ranging from small to large, using minimal materials, effort, storage, cost, and assembly time. The concept is based on a rope principle, allowing all elements to be interconnected so the structure can be assembled and disassembled quickly. Triangular modules are guided by the ropes, which, when pulled, assemble the structure without requiring direct handling or repositioning of the elements.
Two models were developed during a group project: a 1:5 scale of the full structure and a 1:1 scale of the connections. Both were constructed using standardized PVC pipes and connectors. The connections were digitally modeled in Rhino and Grasshopper for 3D printing, ensuring seamless edges, appropriate thickness, and precise tolerances.
The fabric pattern for the shelter was flattened in Kangaroo, with segments printed on paper, cut, and assembled according to a labeling system. Structural performance was analyzed using Diana software to verify stability and load-bearing capacity.
The project demonstrates how thoughtful geometry, material efficiency, and digital fabrication can create adaptable, quickly deployable architectural solutions.