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The skin of architecture: contemporary ceramic design in geometric style

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The application of geometry in architectural design enhances buildings’ visual appeal and aesthetic expressions. However, the widespread use of tempered glass for building façades worldwide exacerbates design homogeneity. Ceramics, with their unique cultural carrying capacity and modern design expressiveness, have drawn global architects’ attention. This paper explores the innovative application of ceramic materials in façade design based on a practical geometric framework, aiming to expand architectural possibilities. By analyzing typical cases from Spain, the US, the Netherlands, and China, and practical projects in Shanghai and Zhuhai, it verifies the feasibility and value of ceramic façades, offering insights for breaking architectural homogeneity and inspiring cultural and aesthetic innovation.

Source: Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering

DOI: 10.1080/13467581.2025.2605858

Authors: Chao Yang, Rui Shi

Institution: Communication University of Zhejiang

Language: English

Topic: Architecture, Modernity, and Design

Subfield: Architecture

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,165