research: from 2008 ongoing

by robert baum, weimar | aberdeen | tokyo

Onging, or completed, Japan related, or non-related, unpublished, and published design and research projects.

2017

Wander Ninja Japan: der Wandern in Japan Blog

type:   website with blog
language:   German
website:      [wanderninjapan.jimdo.com]

Travel

type:   website
language:   English
website:      [travel.jimdo.com]

2016

kameramanufaktur

type:   website
language:   English
website:      [kameramanufaktur.jimdo.com]

2013

Licht und Schatten in der Architektur

  Wissenschaftlicher Gesprächskreis vom DAAD und JSPS-Club Tokio
date:   10 October 2013
place:   Deutsches Kulturzentrum, Tokyo, Japan
type:   lecture
language:   German

2012

What is the meaning of BOUNDARY?

date:   18 November 2012
place:   The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
type:   lecture
language:   English
What is the meaning of BOUNDARY?
pres_20121118.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.6 MB

Some thoughts about Energy, Power Generation and the Power to Do ~Past, Present and Future~

「環境先進国ドイツと太陽光について」

 

Mie Aozora Energy 1st public lecture

date:   25 August 2012
place:   Hitopia, Iga, Japan
type:   lecture
language:   Japanese
    [aozora-energy.jimdo.com/最新情報/]
Japanese version: Some thoughts about Energy, Power Generation and the Power to Do ~Past, Present and Future~ 「環境先進国ドイツと太陽光について」
Energy_pres_20120824.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 6.0 MB

Shimizu Corporation HQ

 

FORUM ONE

date:   10 July 2012
place:   Obayashi, Tokyo, Japan
type:   lecture
language:   Japanese
Shimizu Corporation HQ
pres_20120710.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 7.5 MB

Pervious and Phenomenal Opacity: Boundary Techniques and Intermediating Patterns as Design Strategies

reference:   Robert Baum, ‘Pervious and Phenomenal Opacity: Boundary Techniques and Intermediating Patterns as Design Strategies’, in Patterns and Layering: Japanese Spatial Culture, Nature and Architecture, edited by Salvator-John A. Liotta, Matteo Belfiore (Berlin: Gestalten Verlag, 2012), pp.140-145.
type:   book chapter
language:   English
   
 

This paper was published as a contribution to the following book:

Patterns and Layering: Japanese Spatial Culture, Nature and Architecture
  Patterns and Layering
Japanese Spatial Culture, Nature and Architecture
abstract:   Kengo Kuma Laboratory explores and documents a new lightness and transparency in contemporary Japanese architecture.
editors:   Salvator-John Liotta, Matteo Belfiore
release date:   October 2012
publisher:  

Berlin: Gestalten Verlag
 [webshop]

 [excerpt] by ArchDaily

credits:   Foreword by Kengo Kuma
features:   176 pages, full color, softcover
language:  

English

ISBN:   978-3-89955-461-8

note: add chapter

Studies on light-transmissive photovoltaics (LTPV): patterns of integration into architectural design

(透光性の太陽光発電モジュールについての研究:建築デザインへの展開の類型化)

type:   Ph.D. thesis
language:   English

note: add thesis

2011

Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic - An analysis at the cell and laminate level

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic - An analysis at the cell and laminate level', at UIA 2011 and 24th World Congress of Architecture, Tokyo, Japan, (2011).

type:  

research paper

conference presentation (oral)

proceedings publication

language:   English
Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic - An analysis at the cell and laminate level
UIA2011 TOKYO_paper 1_Robert Baum_201105
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Presentation: Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic - An analysis at the cell and laminate level
UIA2011 TOKYO_pres_20110927_2.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 4.9 MB

Solarize Tokyo - solar energy X urban density – from symbiosis to heliotropism - a tactical campaign towards 2050 and beyond

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'Solarize Tokyo - solar energy X urban density – from symbiosis to heliotropism - a tactical campaign towards 2050 and beyond', at UIA 2011 and 24th World Congress of Architecture, Tokyo, Japan, (2011).

type:  

conference presentation (poster)

proceedings publication

language:   English
© robert baum tokyo
© robert baum tokyo

Patterns Promote Performance

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'Patterns Promote Performance', at Intermediating Patterns, Tokyo, Japan, (2011).

type:   exhibition (poster)
language:   English
exhibition:    [www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EJ_JTdQvtI]
© robert baum tokyo
© robert baum tokyo

Japanese Traditional Patterns as an Inspiration for Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV)

reference:  

Robert Baum, Salvator-John Liotta, 'Japanese Traditional Patterns as an Inspiration for Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV)', at 35th TIEC Research Presentation and STAC-J Graduate Research Forum 2011 - Global, Tokyo, Japan, (2011).

type:  

research paper

research forum presentation (oral and poster)

language:   English
© robert baum tokyo
© robert baum tokyo
Presentation: Japanese Traditional Patterns as an Inspiration for Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV)
TIEC_pres_20110923_short.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 1.9 MB
Presentation Script: Japanese Traditional Patterns as an Inspiration for Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV)
TIEC_script_20110921.pdf
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Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic (LTPV)

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic (LTPV)', Proceedings of the 26th EU PVSEC European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference, Hamburg, Germany, (2011), pp.3967-3976.

type:  

research paper

conference presentation (oral)

proceedings publication

language:   English
abstract:   This paper is a study of light-transmissive photovoltaic (LTPV) and the state of the art of their integration into buildings and non-building structures. LTPV are truly multifunctional and highly architectural elements, surpassing the individual materials' characteristics. From a corpus of ~500 built examples that have been realised since 1982 throughout the world, 111 projects, rich in variety, were selected. Based on an analysis of the selected projects, the key design parameters for LTPV and their architectural integration were established. A Six-Level-Matrix as a basis for comparison and categorisation, as well as a reference for further application and PV development, is suggested. A case study illustrates the narrative and explanatory potential for comparative analysis. Findings indicate a number of innovative solutions that extend the possibilities for integration in an architectural and aesthetically pleasing way.
ISBN:   3-936338-27-2
DOI:   10.4229/26thEUPVSEC2011-5CO.11.2
website:    [www.eupvsec-proceedings.com]
Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic (LTPV)
26th EUPVSEC_paper12570_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.3 MB
Presentation: Architectural integration of light-transmissive photovoltaic (LTPV)
26thEUPVSEC_pres_20110907.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.8 MB

Alternative solar cell patterns for light-transmissive photovoltaic panels

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'Alternative solar cell patterns for light-transmissive photovoltaic panels', Proceedings of the 30th ISES Biennial Solar World Congress, Kassel, Germany, (2011), Vol.3, pp.2035-2039.

type:  

research paper

conference presentation (oral)

language:   English
proceedings:    [http://toc.proceedings.com/13645webtoc.pdf]
ISBN:  
78-1-61839-364-7
Alternative solar cell patterns for light-transmissive photovoltaic panels
SWC2011_paper_20110814.pdf
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Presentation: Alternative solar cell patterns for light-transmissive photovoltaic panels
SWC2011_pres_20110909.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.7 MB

Culturally inspired patterns for photovoltaics

reference:  

Robert Baum, Salvator-John Liotta, 'Culturally inspired patterns for photovoltaics', in Proceedings of the 2nd Asian Conference on Arts and Humanities, Osaka, Japan, (2011), pp.284-302.

type:  

research paper

conference presentation (oral)

proceedings publication

language:  

English

proceedings:    [http://iafor.org/acah_proceedings.html]
ISSN:   2186-229x
Culturally inspired patterns for photovoltaics
acah2011_paper_proceedings_title_2011090
Adobe Acrobat Document 4.1 MB
Presentation: Culturally inspired patterns for photovoltaics
acah2011_pres_20110527.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 1.4 MB

2010

Wooden Oridama. Wood/Filter. Foldable shelter

木の織玉 ウッド/フィルター

  12th Shelter Design Competition 2010
type:   competition entry
language:   English
computer modelling:   Rhino with Grasshopper
© robert baum tokyo
© robert baum tokyo

We are Solar. Community enabled and powered paradigm shift.

「われらがソーラー」コミュニティーソーラー

  ICSE Business Plan Competition 2010
type:   competition entry
language:   English and Japanese

note: add English presentation file

Japanese version: We are Solar 「われらがソーラー」
We Are Solar_pres_jap_20101120.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.7 MB

Solarize it.

ソーラーライズ イット。

  1st ENEOS Solar Art Contest 2010
type:   competition entry
language:   Japanese
© robert baum tokyo
© robert baum tokyo

iCon no.2 "Research in Japan #1"

reference:  

iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 "Research in Japan #1" (4 May 2011) <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   collection of essays
language:  

English, partly Japanese, German

iCon no.2 "Research in Japan #1"
iCon_02_research in japan #1_(150 dpi)_2
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japanese traditional architecture – a personal view

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'japanese traditional architecture – a personal view', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (8 February 2010), pp.47-48 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

japanese traditional architecture – a personal view
iCon_02_100614_47-48_Robert Baum.pdf
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environmental architecture – fundamental and advanced technologies

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'environmental architecture – fundamental and advanced technologies', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (8 February 2010), pp.43-46 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'environmental architecture – fundamental and advanced technologies'
iCon_02_100614_43-46_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 70.3 KB

public space in japan – the rise of civic space

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'public space in japan – the rise of civic space', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (8 February 2010), pp.39-42 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, public space in japan – the rise of civic space'
iCon_02_100614_39-42_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 147.4 KB

tokyo – a short contemporary analysis

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'tokyo – a short contemporary analysis', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (8 February 2010), pp.37-38 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'tokyo – a short contemporary analysis'
iCon_02_100614_37-38_Robert Baum.pdf
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individual social responsibility – a case study in iga city, mie prefecture

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'individual social responsibility – a case study in iga city, mie prefecture', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (22 January 2010), pp.33-36 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'individual social responsibility – a case study in iga city, mie prefecture',
iCon_02_100614_33-36_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 314.2 KB

2009

The future of solar energy utilisation

太陽光エネルギー利用の未来

type:   proposal
language:  

Japanese

Japanese version: The future of solar energy utilisation 「太陽光エネルギー利用の未来」
solar_presentation_20091224.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.1 MB

catching nature – a school upgrade for hyderabad, india

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'catching nature – a school upgrade for hyderabad, india', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (31 May 2009), pp.55-64 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   competition entry
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'catching nature – a school upgrade for hyderabad, india'
iCon_02_100614_55-64_Robert Baum.pdf
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parkstadt – n.lab – neues . leben am berg

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'parkstadt – n.lab – neues . leben am berg', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (9 June 2009), pp.49-54 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   competition entry
language:  

German

iCon_02_100614_49-54_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 1.0 MB
  n.lab - neues. leben am berg
competition brief:   Für das ehemalige Kasernenareal am nördlichen Rand der Kulturstadt Weimar sind architektonische Visionen zu entwickeln, die die Potenziale der Randstadt in der Region erschließen. Der Medienstandort Erfurt, die Hochtechnologie in Jena und die Kulturstadt Weimar mit der Bauhaus-Universität und ihrer „Ausgründerszene“ bieten Anlass und Rahmen für die Bewertung und Widmung des Areals.
Ziel ist die Entwicklung eines Quartiers mit städtischen Bauformen, die den neueren Entwicklungen der Arbeitswelt in Form einer hohen Integrationsmöglichkeit Rechnung tragen. Ebenso sollen Lösungen für zeitgemäße und flexible Angebote an die mit sozialen Veränderungen sich wandelnden Familienformen gefunden werden.
prize winners:   Robert Baum
Maria Megina, David Peter Lieser
Jan Meier, Daniel Hoffmann
Florian Walter, Philipp Luy
website:   

 [www.uni-weimar.de/projekte/nlab/]

 [www.architekten-thueringen.de]

sustainable urban regeneration – sydney and the opera house

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'sustainable urban regeneration – sydney and the opera house', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (16 November 2009), pp.27-32 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'sustainable urban regeneration – sydney and the opera house'
iCon_02_100614_27-32_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 347.5 KB

satoyama – scenario building for future development

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'satoyama – scenario building for future development', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (30 September 2009), pp.23-26 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'satoyama – scenario building for future development'
iCon_02_100614_23-26_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 73.8 KB

sustainability – urban heat island

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'sustainability – urban heat island', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (30 July 2009), pp.19-22 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'sustainability – urban heat island'
iCon_02_100614_19-22_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 187.1 KB

sustainability – timber structures in cities

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'sustainability – timber structures in cities', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (30 July 2009), pp.13-18 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'sustainability – timber structures in cities'
iCon_02_100614_13-18_Robert Baum.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 236.1 KB

sustainability – city and building

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'sustainability – city and building', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (30 July 2009), pp.9-12 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'sustainability – city and building'
iCon_02_100614_09-12_Robert Baum.pdf
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sustainability of urban areas – tokyo, japan

reference:  

Robert Baum, 'sustainability of urban areas – tokyo, japan', iCon - ezine for architecture, culture and media, no.2 (16 July 2009), pp.5-8 <http://japan-architect.jimdo.com> [accessed *insert date when accessed*]

type:   essay
language:  

English

Robert Baum, 'sustainability of urban areas – tokyo, japan'
iCon_02_100614_05-08_Robert Baum.pdf
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