Spatial Adaptation Through Kinetic Facades | ||
| Sohag Engineering Journal | ||
| Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 26 October 2025 | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/sej.2025.416019.1084 | ||
| Author | ||
| Heba Abd Alsalam Yousef* | ||
| Architecture department, Pyramids High Institute of Engineering and Technology, 6 of October City, Cairo, Egypt | ||
| Abstract | ||
| The term kinetic architecture is not new to architectural thought. The concept of movement and its practical reflection are increasingly evident in final products thanks to dynamic activities and developments in construction technology. The need for adaptable spaces has also emerged, which was the prerequisite for the emergence of the concept of movement in architecture. What characterizes the design approach to this concept is "movement," which will now play an increasingly important role, both theoretically and practically. The uses of movement in architecture today can be expanded beyond what was previously possible. The research examines the methods of kinetic analysis used, exploring their direct and indirect applications in the architectural field. The research also focuses on interactive spatial adaptation through kinetic facades, seeking to establish the foundations for the application of kinetic facades as a means of improving building performance. The motivation behind this is the creation of adaptable spaces. This is achieved by constructing kinetic structures capable of physical transformation through movement to adapt to ever-changing requirements and conditions. The research is based on three approaches: first, an inductive approach that defines the concept of kinetic architecture, its principles, and patterns; second, an analytical approach that studies a number of global projects; Third, the research concludes with findings and recommendations for the application of kinetic interfaces. The research also proposes the use of kinetic methods in the design of kinetic interfaces to create adaptable spatial arrangements, ultimately enabling their application in achieving spatial adaptation. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Adaptation; Responsiveness; User requirements | ||
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