The Infinite Measure: Learning to Design in Geometric Harmony with Art, Architecture, and Nature
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Originally published in reflection on the design philosophies of 2021
- Nature: LiDAR scans of trees, river networks, coral formations, insect wings, and cloud chambers.
- Art: High-resolution images of Islamic girih tiles, Celtic knots, Japanese raking gardens, African textile patterns.
- Architecture: Plans and sections of Pantheon, Fallingwater, Sagrada Familia, and 21st-century parametric pavilions.
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- Topics: Gestalt laws, figure/ground, balance, visual hierarchy.
- Exercises: analyze 5 artworks/ façades for composition; redraw layout grids.
The natural world is replete with examples of infinite measure, from the arrangement of seeds in a sunflower to the branching patterns of rivers. The Fibonacci sequence, a series of numbers in which each number is the sum of the two preceding numbers (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, ...), is a fundamental aspect of phi.
- Biomimicry and sustainable design: The study of natural patterns and phi can inform the development of sustainable design solutions, such as more efficient energy systems and biomimetic materials.
- Virtual and augmented reality: The use of phi and Fibonacci sequences can enhance the creation of immersive experiences, from the design of virtual environments to the placement of visual elements in augmented reality applications.
- Generative design and AI: The integration of infinite measure into generative design algorithms and AI systems can enable the creation of innovative, harmonious, and sustainable designs.
The book is highly regarded for its original analysis of proportions in world-famous works, including: Architecture
Infinite Measure: Learning to Design in Geometric Harmony with Art, Architecture, and Nature is a comprehensive book by geometer and theater designer Rachel Fletcher
