DOME OF DRUMSSTUDIO
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STUDIO / FEATURES

A design system built around fabrication.

Geometry, physical members, connections, openings, coverings, molds and workshop output are treated as one connected workflow.

CREATE

Dome families & derived structures

Geometry families are grouped by function.

SUPPORTED GEOMETRY FAMILIES
GeodesicGeodesic HexZonohedral / PolyhedralZome / Polar ZonohedralChebyshev NetSchwedler / RibbedLamellaDiamaticThree-Way GridFour-Way GridKagomeSpiral DiagridPhyllotaxisGreat-Circle NetworkPost-Formed Gridshell
Zome Zonohedral control
Zome / ZonohedralParametric form control with classified physical members.
Geodesic Hex
Geodesic HexPentagon / hexagon cell systems derived from geodesic geometry.
Profile geometry
Architectural ProfilesCircular, pointed, multi-centered, analytic and custom profiles.
Extended tunnel
Tunnels & CapsulesDome-derived systems extended into connected longitudinal forms.
ARCH & PROFILE LIBRARY

Choose the section before you build the shell.

The profile system includes a broad architectural profile library.

CUSTOM GEOMETRY

Project your own network

Import or select a 2D line pattern and project it onto the selected shell.

Custom pattern projection
Custom Pattern ProjectionFrom 2D network to buildable shell geometry.
Profile physical members
Profile → MembersArchitectural profile geometry carried into real member systems.
BUILD

Physical members, connections and openings

Structural members are physical objects, not abstract lines.

Pipe mode
Pipe ModePhysical cylindrical members with fabrication parameters.
Interlock
Member InterlockConnection geometry integrated into the member workflow.
Hub system
Hub SystemFabrication-ready hub types and quantities.
Openings
Doors, Windows & OpeningsEntrances, windows and roof openings are planned with the structure.
FABRICATION CHECK

The model should reveal problems, not hide them.

Physical member geometry helps reveal fabrication problems before material is cut.

FABRICATE

Classification, covers, molds and reports

Translate the structure into workshop output.

Member classification
Automatic Member ClassificationRepeated members grouped into clear fabrication types.
Shell unfold
Shell / Cover UnfoldingFlat fabrication patterns for skins and covers.
Brick mould
Brick / Casting MouldsRepeated cell types converted into reusable molds.
Fabrication report
Interactive Fabrication ReportStandalone interactive Web report for browser, tablet and phone.
Member animation
Member AnimationCreate controlled motion presentations directly from the generated members.
Member optimization
Ongoing OptimizationReduce distinct member lengths and types as the algorithms evolve.
ADDITIONAL WORKSHOP CAPABILITIES

From uneven ground to CAD-ready production files.

01 · SITE FIT

Ground Leveling & Base Alignment

Adjust and level the remaining base nodes, align the structure to the ground plane, and complete base-ring gaps where required. These tools help reconcile the geometric shell with its practical ground-contact conditions.

BASE NODES · LEVELING · GROUND ALIGNMENT

02 · DIGITAL FABRICATION

CAD & 3D Printing Export

Prepare individual design parts for downstream fabrication workflows, including AutoCAD-compatible DXF geometry and STL files for parts intended for 3D printing, such as hubs, connection components and suitable custom pieces.

DXF / AUTOCAD · STL / 3D PRINTING · PART-BASED EXPORT