Working at Sundaymorning@ekwc; exploring the possibilities of digital manufacturing ceramics in architecture.
My residency at EKWC is part of a research project into producing sustainable architecture from local materials. By translating the knowledge of traditional building methods to the contemporary context of architecture, I explore the possibilities of digital fabrication techniques. Designing for digital fabrication requires a renewed understanding of materials and manufacturing which I have worked to develop further during the work period of residence by making computer models and producing prototypes. By doing so I explore both functional and esthetic qualities of the digital production in clay. Sundaymorning@ekwc is an international workplace where artists, designers and architects explore the technical and artistic possibilities of ceramics. Sundaymorning@ekwc operates as an artist-in-residence centre and as a centre of excellence. Its aim is to promote the development of ceramic art, design and architecture. The residency is part of the research into the possibilities of digital manufacturing in architecture , funded by the Creative Industries Fund NL 
Slib casted ceramic elements, poured in CNC milled moulds. The elements form together (without mortar) a section of a self supporting vaulted roof structure. The structure is hollow, with the possibility to fill in with anothermaterial to stabilise, isolate or to transport affluent rainwater. 
CNC milling the negative mould for the vault elements. 
Poured element. 
Slib casted ceramic elements, poured in CNC milled moulds. The elements form together (without mortar) a section of a self supporting wall. The structure is hollow, with the possibility to fill in with another material to stabilise, isolate or to transport affluent rainwater. 
CNC milling the negative mould parts. 
Puting the mould together, and opening after pouring the clay. 
Raw clay elements, ready for the kiln.
