Author(s): Ralph Spencer Steenblik & Alireza Alikaei
The Valence Pavilion, presented by the Design Education Team led by R. Spencer Steenblik, represents a paradigm shift in sustainable architectural design, translating carbon’s molecular efficiency into practical building systems. This design project, created for Exhibit Columbus, demonstrates how the patent-pending [Xyl]ode joint within the Carbon Natural System (CNS) enables standard dimensional lumber to form complex geometries inspired by carbon’s bonding structures, creating multifunctional potential. This CNS instantiation serves as an exercise space, outdoor classroom, and social hub while embodying principles of circular design and educational collaboration.
Volume Editors
Reed Kroloff & Francisco J. RodrÃguez-Suárez
ISBN
978-1-944214-52-4