Maze of Innovation

Kerfed Facades – Exploring Kerfing as a Technique for Freeform Facades in Architecture

This concept explores transforming rigid sheet materials into flexible, adaptable facade forms through strategic cutouts, enabling dynamic patterns and curvature that expand architectural creativity and design freedom.

Organization
TU Delft, Bucky Lab

Project information

Rigid materials should not limit architectural expression. By strategically cutting out sheet material we unlock new possibilities, transforming flat sheets into fluid, adaptable forms. This technique empowers architects to push boundaries, integrating dynamic patterns and curvature into facade design. No longer confined by conventional constraints, we embrace a future where material flexibility fuels architectural expression.