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late 20th century–present

When Computers Started Shaping Buildings

Computational & Parametric Architecture

Undulating roof of the London Aquatics Centre.
London Aquatics Centre, a completed work of computationally modelled architecture.Fred Romero · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Source record

The Moment

Digital modelling, parametric systems and digitally controlled fabrication changed the relationship between architectural idea and construction.

The Rethink

Architecture no longer has to begin with forms humans can easily draw by hand.