Function Follows Form - Strategies For Integrated Design Of Complex Glass Envelopes

Complex shapes in glass architecture are an area of great engineering challenges, and a method of developing an integrated design and construction process is required, since several issues are involved, such as shape and architectural components, structure, feasible segmentation into discrete panels, functionality, materials and cost. The quest for optimise complex glass envelopes becomes even more significant if we consider key-issues such as sustainable design and building.