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.