CHIMNEY HOUSE

Reclaiming the Past, Building the Future: Transforming Pristina’s Industrial Heritage
Cornell University 
Robotic Constructon Lab 
HANNAH 
Summer 21

Director RCL: Sasa Zivkovic 
Abram Collette, Lawson Spencer 

Location : Ithaca, NY

THEME: Sustainability through Robotic Construction
PROCESS: Robotic Fabrication    
MATERIAL: Discarded Wood 
RESULT: Precision



This project is part of ongoing research at Cornell University’s Robotic Construction Lab, focusing on reusing log waste caused by the Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive species devastating native ash trees across the U.S. Inspired by the Ashen Cabin, The Chimney House advances robotic slicing and 3D concrete printing techniques. My contributions included creating multiple drawing and model iterations to construct a detailed half-scale physical model of the house. I also worked on the fabrication of the three bridge prototypes using diverse materials such as 3D printed molds, concrete, plaster, silicone rubber casts, wood, and metal, showcasing innovative approaches to material use and fabrication within the project’s scope.