This shading system is inspired by auxetic structures. When stretched, these structures expand perpendicular to the applied force. As the shading screen opens up, its elements rotate and displace both vertically and horizontally to allow more daylight to come through. The pattern organically changes in an elegant and playful manner, as it gives users a sense of control over the amount of daylight coming into the space.
TU Delft / Bucky Lab
See also other Bucky Lab prototypes:
State-of-the-art self-sufficient living wall
Star-shaped sun shading
Hospital room with a view
The glazed frost window
