Curtain-wall systems have become increasingly common in present-day architecture.
They can be produced with high-efficiency qualities selected by the architect or façade
engineer, the most essential of which are excellent strength-to-weight ratio, functionality
requirements, component material recyclability, transparency, and comprehensive
aesthetic attributes.(Baniotopoulos et al., 2016) Over the last decade, much research has
been conducted to produce performance-based earthquake resilient structures and
façades. This research aims to explore the integration of timber and aluminium suspended
façade systems within environments characterized by these extreme conditions. On
the first part of the research thesis, the focus will be on developing a comprehensive
understanding of the performance of this façade system under wind, earthquake forces and
implementing automation techniques to streamline the calculations by creating a smart
grid in Grassshopper and Python. Additionally, once structural integrity has been met, an
optimal structural design of the bracket using steel and glass as a material is presented by
using advanced finite-element analysis schemes and structural design criteria.