Jacqueline Yu Y4
The Weathering Yard: Façade Prototype Testing Ground in Central London
As we navigate the challenges of the human-dominated era - “Generation Anthropocene” - we must consider the agency of nonhuman entities in shaping our world. This project proposes the imaginative design of post-Anthropocene architecture with a strong emphasis on longevity, intended to last 200 years. By embracing the idea of weathering, we can appreciate architecture as a dynamic and evolving entity, influenced by both nature and human interaction, rather than a static and unchanging object.
The project is specifically interested in accelerated weathering testing for 1:1 façade prototypes. This process aims to predict how they will perform during their lifetime by artificially accelerating and intensifying environmental conditions. The four accelerated weathering conditions provided by The Weathering Yard include water exposure in the urban context, salt fog corrosion, intensified heat, and noise exposure. In the context of London, the concept of enduring architecture can significantly impact the city and its future. It can shape a more ecologically conscious urban future by prioritising using sustainable materials and practices and creating durable and long-lasting buildings.
