OS > Scaffolding by Lukas Wegwerth
on 2013-05-04 08:35
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architecture OS
explorations .

'We liked the functions and potential of
scaffolding.
So we adopted, expanded and made them open!'
Scaffolding systems are specialized, enclosed and consistent.
In comparison OS Scaffold is open and ragtag. Basic elements are
pipes, connector knots and endpieces.
Pipes can be any material and become customized with different
endpieces. Connector knots can be added all along the pipes and
again be quickly customized by exchanging its stackable
parts.
Appearance and specification can vary from heavy duty steel
construction to light wood and fabric structures. Quick setup,
growing range of compatible elements and the possible use and reuse
of different materials leads to a highly customizable system.
Beyond temporary structures we also see potential for a
gradual developing architecture, which grows over longer periods
from temporary to permanent, always driven by the needs and dreams
and ideas of the inhabitants
The project is ongoing. Currently we are working on the
realization of a first experimental setup existing of communal
space and workshop on the ground floor and a terrace and tent-like
structures as private spaces on first floor.
OS scaffolding is a design proposal of Lukas Wegwerth in collaboration
with Thomas Lommée and Christiane Hoegner. It has been
developed as the second OS apprenticeship project at the OS
work_shop in Brussels. (the first OS apprenticeship project being
the OS
WaterBoiler by Jesse
Howard)
various construction knots
Visualization of how parts relate to
the OS grid.

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