blog 3

Paul Li 
Section A


Arabesque Wall (2014/2015)

This project is very similar to my selection from last week, the Subdivide Column by Michael Hansmeyer. In fact, it was a project by Benjamin Dillenburger in collaboration with Hansmeyer. I just found their work so limitless and inspiring. I think the mixture of the ornamentation that is reminiscent of historical decoration and the sci-fi aspect of the forms and curves really pushes ideas of architectural concepts and forms I’ve been taught. The algorithm behind the creation was based on actual arabesque ornament examples, which are very mathematical and geometric in nature. By dividing and repositioning surfaces, tiles are altered into microscopic to large pieces that are folded and in the end composes a very complex geometry. I also really admire the amount of details of these structures, while being grand in size as well. The artistic aspect of these projects is that there is unlimited potential and every one of them can be adjusted with generative controls that ensures the uniqueness of each piece while being able to reach a certain desirable form.



https://benjamin-dillenburger.com/arabesque-wall/