Pre-fabricated mud wall based on Vernacular materials and Traditional Japanese architecture
Pre-fabricated mud wall based on Vernacular materials and Traditional Japanese architecture
Design a wall system that:
allows to keep alive ancient craftmanship, historical as well as cultural values
can reduce the construction time
uses natural materials and withstands the passage of time
uses materials that are proven to create healthy living environments
is based on sustainable practices and can be applicable in different parts of the world using local materials
be able to repair and replace only particular elements of the whole.
Design the components of the wall system, which should:
allow simple and easy handling and assembly of large walls,
be pre-fabricated, facilitating quality control and availability of units in stock.
Led the planning, design, and execution of testing procedures for individual units
Planning, design and execution of full-scale mud shear walls in close collaboration with two colleagues.
Managed the planning, design, and implementation of material tests on various types of mud used in the construction of the shear wall units.
Secured international travel funding to utilize the Aramis DIA system for analyzing large images of individual units within the shear wall, and conducted detailed analysis of the imaging results.
Performed digital image analysis, finite element modeling (FEM), and interpretation of test data to determine material properties.
Collaborated with colleagues to analyze and interpret results from both single-unit tests and full-scale wall tests.
Wrote and publish scientific papers and presented research findings at conferences.
The shear wall design demonstrated feasibility in manufacturing, storage, and quality control processes.
The final product closely resembles traditional Japanese mud walls, preserving ancient craftsmanship and maintaining cultural and historical values.
Construction time is significantly reduced due to streamlined fabrication and assembly processes.
The modular nature of the system allows for targeted repairs of individual units, enhancing sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.
As the system includes a structural frame, these walls can be integrated into buildings of any height or type, while reducing the overall weight imposed on supporting structures.
The approach is rooted in sustainable practices and adaptable worldwide, utilizing local materials to suit regional contexts.
The design enables easy repair and replacement of specific elements, ensuring long-term durability and maintainability.
Prefabrication facilitates straightforward handling, quick assembly, and consistent quality control, with units readily available for construction.
The materials used have been proven to promote healthy living environments, with long-term monitoring conducted as part of a living house project.