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Near-figuration, which is a form of resolution of the polarizing discourse of form versus shape of the last ten years. The discussion about near figuration is defined as the appearance of distinct, legible objects from illegible or fluid conditions, resulting in a sense of mystery in relation to the extents, inferiority, and origin of the thing. 

Surfaces are imagined as pre-fabricated panels and only minimum amount of fasteners will be needed as they fit and lock into each other. The seaming technique and the panel offsets also become a main design feature of the object. 

In the tides of rapid urban growth in 21st century, public green space has become scarce in a historic city like London. Proposed on one of the few open spaces at riverfront of the Thames, this design for the new London Public Library recognizes its position as a funnel for pedestrian between the city and the river. 

Why take the park away from the public? Why not build a building that’s also a park?

This building explores advanced construction technologies in pre-fabrication and 3D printing, and proposes integration of building systems within the structures. As a response to the living building challenge, the proposed technology will naturally ventilates itself while generating self-sustaining energy from the solar voltaic system that wraps around the skin.