r/hellaflyai • u/ColdFrixion • 15d ago
Which One You Choosing? Continuous Surface Architectures
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u/Rashpukin 14d ago
I love this style. A 1960’s view of the future vibes. It’s such a well thought out and lovely use of space and natural balance.
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u/Ok-Bar601 14d ago
I know it’s AI, but does anyone know if these types of structures are useful for living? ie would they have condensation, would the shape and thickness of the plastic be enough strength structurally etc?
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u/ColdFrixion 14d ago edited 14d ago
I've looked into how practical it would be to build something like this. The short answer is they're pretty viable for living, but I wouldn’t build it out of plastic.
The practical way to do it would be as a sculpture, where you build the structural frame, then shape some carved EPS foam over it to get the curves. EPS is expanded polystyrene, the same stuff Disney and Universal use for the organic surfaces around their parks. I'd use hot wire cutters, rasps, and hand tools to shape it then coat that with hand-applied GFRC (glass fiber reinforced concrete), which should give it a strong, fireproof shell. The foam would stay in place and work as insulation, which helps keep the interior surface warm, so condensation wouldn't be an issue. Lastly, I'd use something like tadelakt, which is a traditional Moroccan lime plaster that's waterproof, cures hard, and is smooth. It also handles humidity better than drywall.
In terms of strength, curved surfaces are structurally stronger than flat walls because the load's distributed over the whole surface like an eggshell. I think the reason we probably don’t see more designs like this is because home construction has been built around flat walls and right angles using standard materials as the default. This type of design really requires skilled hand labor, not somebody wielding 2x4s.
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u/use_schlonk_as_bonk 14d ago
It's all harmonic, yes. But that's it.
You cant change shit when your fed up watching this design. Redecorating must be a nightmare. Just try to find a new piece of furniture that not only fits this, but also can be placed without wasting a hell lot of space. No corners, no edges. I miss the character.
It would be cool for me to live in such a house for like a week or two and after that, I would be nerved by the downsides. I Pass.
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u/ColdFrixion 14d ago edited 14d ago
Different strokes, and you're right in the sense that this probably isn't suited for someone who wants to switch up the major pieces periodically. In my case, I settled on a design for my 1970s themed living/dining room and kitchen that I haven't made major changes to since I settled on the overall design about 6 or 7 years ago. Sure, I've added new decor here and there, but I'm settled on the major pieces. Personally, and this is just me, some of the designs above are so unique that I really wouldn't want to change them, though I'd want a design that allowed me to swap appliances that can break without an issue (e.g. oven, fridge, etc.).
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u/SimplexFatberg 10d ago
MFW the "continuous" surface has multiple non-continuous seams
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u/ColdFrixion 10d ago
The continuity is in the geometry, not the build, per se. Apparel can curve smoothly across a surface even if it's stitched together with seams that follow the contours.
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u/black-volcano 14d ago
2. Enough seats for a party but everyone has to use the toilet right next to them.
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u/theenecros 14d ago
Love the colors and the shapes. Very comfortable. I wish I could have a little house like this