Name: Organic algorithms in architecture
Uploaded: 2009-01-09T08:00:00Z
Duration: 18 min 40 s
Description: Greg Lynn talks about the mathematical roots of architecture -- and how calculus and digital tools allow modern designers to move beyond the traditional building forms. A glorious church in Queens (and a titanium tea set) illustrate his theory.

Greg Lynn talks about the mathematical roots of architecture -- and how calculus and digital tools allow modern designers to move beyond the traditional building forms. A glorious church in Queens (and a titanium tea set) illustrate his theory.

Greg Lynn: Organic algorithms in architecture

Organic algorithms in architecture

Exploring architectural evolution, the shift from fraction-based design to calculus and digital tools heralds a new beauty in buildings.

Calculus transforms architectural form, allowing structures like a Korean church in Queens to defy traditional modular designs.

Emergence of digital tools in architecture facilitates unique, calculus-based designs, exemplified by the dynamic forms of a Queens church.