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Architecture is often described as the ‘Frozen Music’. With the advancement of machines and robotics this idea is continually changing. From 1970 onwards, many architects, engineers, and futurists have suggested that, to meet this demand of society, there must be a new kind of architecture that is not static and can adapt the changes through kinetics. Kinetics is directly associated with motion, and motion provides dynamism for adaptability. In currently available forms of kinetic architecture, motion comes from external systems and most of the time is generated by motors, pistons or actuators. For better efficiency, flexibility, and micro level programmability, motion should be produced from the intrinsic properties of the material. This research aims to explore and investigate materials with such properties for architectural application. In this study, dielectric elastomer has been examined to understand its properties and behaviors, focusing on possible architectural uses. In the final phase, some prototype models are developed for projected architectural application based on the results of the experiments.

Are contemporary urban models successful in predicting the future of urban conditions? How can one design an experiment geared towards answering this question? What parameters are decisive when trying to figure out the direction and physical configuration that an urban condition is headed towards? Can Digital Design and Fabrication techniques help in generating meaningful results that can help answer the above questions?

Rapid evolution of technologies has driven revolutionary changes in architecture allowing architects to go beyond formerly impossible. Today's common practice involves designing and building of complex-shaped geometries and invention-propelled architecture, hence the use of novel technologies and advanced machinery is a must in order to sustain and support the ongoing creative evolution. Standard production slowly adjusts to the needs of modern architecture, but the major challenges of innovative projects still reside in custom fabrication and its flexibility. Systematic exploration of common production methods can enhance the spectrum of its capabilities, which leads towards simplification and cost reduction of the building processes.

The subject of this thesis is related to the investigation of possibilities that can be found with the development of 3D printing system that uses concrete mixes as material and adapted to a FANUC M-710i C/50 robotic arm. Currently, several projects have approached the concept of similar systems with different materials and at different scales. This thesis seeks to introduce a process where all components of the fabrication process are related to the other providing parameters for designers to utilize.

The subject of this thesis is an investigation on an intelligent building skin that improves cross-ventilation (natural) through an embodied space. Intelligent refers to a composite system that either responds to an external energy or a system that can be manipulated and fabricated through a bio-mimetic process. Precedent building skin systems examined in this research provide various technical approaches used to ventilate the building as a "ventilative" device; a means to filter or circulate fresh air from one space to the other. A "mechanical" system will be integrated into a material, controlling possible aperture movements for element (light and/or air) absorption and transmission. The exact configuration will be determined based on the study of biomimicry in plants; which inherits a structure and circulatory system known as the study of morpho-ecogenetics. The aim of this work is to synthesize a membrane with a reinforced mechanical device to influence an aperture operation (open and close) that could be applied to both an external and internal skin of a facade. The term "skin" refers to a light membrane composite that is transparent and malleable and acts as a protective barrier to an interiorly occupied space. The design research will include several test phases that examine the material properties, structure, and applicability when methods such as mechanical, operational, and morphology are integrated.