From the Cubicle By Ivaana

“Structure is the giver of light. When I choose an order of structure that calls for column alongside column, it presents a rhythm of no light, light, no light, light, no light, light. A vault, a dome, is also a…

Hungarian artist Gyorgy Kepes dedicated his life to integrating art and science. He became a member of the M.I.T. faculty in 1946. In 1967, he established the Center for Advanced Visual Studies within the School of Architecture to facilitate the…

Embodiment refers to the physical form or manifestation of cognition. It enables intelligent beings—whether artificial or organic—to perceive and alter their environment.   It is an active participant that both influences and is influenced by its intellect. Intelligence is the capacity…

Linkages are mechanical systems that transform one form of input motion into a different form of output motion.  This is accomplished by linking stiff bodies in a manner that retains at least one (and usually precisely one) degree of freedom.A…

The “language” of knitting patterns and architecture is characterized by their sharing of structure, design, and repetitive features. To generate sophisticated, practical, and appealing solutions, both sectors employ fundamental criteria. These criteria often include attention to detail, functionality, and aesthetic…

New studies in vision science indicate that visual art frequently deviates from the fundamental principles of physics and is only comprehensible within the context of human consciousness. An example is the Impossible Object, which is also known as an impossible…

Geometric abstract art integrates mathematical forms—such as circles, squares, triangles, and lines—to create structured and aesthetically pleasing compositions.   Precision, symmetry, and the interplay between shapes and spaces provide a harmonious equilibrium that captivates observers. Cubism was another influential movement that…

An analysis of James Joyce’s linguistic play and conceptual engagement with innovative geometric constructions in Ulysses and Finnegans Wake reveals how his topographical depiction of place reflects a shared dilemma between geometric and linguistic modalities of representation. Joyce’s intricate interplay…

Shape grammars offer a robust formal framework for the generative characterization of designs. Compared to other generative systems, their distinctive characteristic is that they do visual calculations instead of symbolic computations. Such an approach allows a more intuitive exploration of…

In several sections of his Phenomenology of Perception, Merleau-Ponty, a French phenomenological philosopher, considers habit a significant topic within his philosophical and phenomenological framework. His analysis clarifies the pre-reflexive essence of our initial engagement with the environment and the nature…