MIND FIELD VERS 2.0 is a project located in Adelaide that focuses on adaptability and community engagement. It serves as a creative hub designed to evolve according to the needs of its users while integrating natural elements. The overall design promotes a connection between the built environment and nature, creating a space that reflects and supports the local creative community.

Algorithmic Framework

At the core of the design is a sophisticated algorithmic framework that gathers user input. This system informs how the space will be arranged and what functions it will support. This ability to be reprogrammed annually allows the structure to change and grow, meeting the evolving needs of those who use it. Users can directly influence their environment, creating a sense of involvement and shared ownership.

Natural Integration

The design includes a garden area that highlights the relationship with nature. This space features various green elements that provide both beauty and sustainability. Fixed installations, landscaped areas, and movable garden pots come together to create a rich environment. The greenery plays an important role in enhancing user experience, encouraging creativity and offering a calming refuge in connection with the natural world.

Responsive Facade

The exterior of the building is covered with a high-tech polymer skin. This material is flexible and protects the structure from the weather while also regulating temperature. It can change shape depending on the needs of the space, adapting to different weather conditions. The polymer is equipped with a smart cell membrane that reacts to heat and sunlight, and it allows for projections, creating opportunities for visual engaging displays that add interest to the facade.

Modular Exoskeleton

The supporting structure, or exoskeleton, consists of modular components. These pieces can be arranged in various configurations to accommodate changing activities and user needs. This modular approach ensures that the design remains functional and relevant over time. It allows for a versatile space that encourages collaboration and innovation among users, reflecting their diverse needs.

As users interact within this vibrant environment, they engage with a design that values relationships between people and their surroundings, demonstrating a commitment to community-driven, flexible use of space.