Architectonics and Parametric Thinking (PDF)

Frank Jacobus is an award-winning artist, educator, and principal architect of SILO AR+D. He has completed residential and institutional projects across the United States. SILO's architecture is recognized nationally and internationally with design awards and was selected recently as an Emerging Voice by the Architectural League of New York, and as a Next Progressive by Architecture Magazine. Frank's other book projects include "Archi-Graphic: An Infographic Look at Architecture", "The Visual Biography of Color", and "The Making of Things: Modeling Processes and Effects in Architecture".

Angela Carpenter is the Fabrication Labs Manager at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design Build Lab. Angela oversees the facility and integration of building focused courses taught at all scales. She provides expertise and instructional support in digital fabrication techniques and procuring specialized equipment. Angela has taught as a Visiting Assistant Professor and Instructor in advanced Design-Build studios and Additive Manufacturing. Her experience has allowed for developing multi-scale investigations in material manipulation and construction advancements.

Rachel Smith Loerts is a Visiting Instructor at the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. After working four years as a project designer for multiple architecture firms, Rachel spent six years managing Digital Fabrication Laboratories. As manager she facilitated student and faculty digital fabrication processes for design studios, seminars, fabrication research, and community outreach programs. During this time, she was awarded the Tau Sigma Delta Silver Medal for her commitment to developing student fabrication knowledge.

Antonello Di Nunzio is a freelance architect and programmer who develops innovative tools for more environmentally conscious architectural design. He has more than six years of practical