Optical wall and architectural design method

Abstract

The present application relates to a kind of optical wall and architectural design method, the light beam wall is spliced by several standard modules and end module, standard module extends along linear direction and is spliced, linear end is equipped with end module, each standard module and end module include: unit frame, first light beam component, leveling device and embedded level, first light beam component is arranged along the length direction of unit frame, forms wall by emitting first light beam upward;Leveling device is installed in the bottom of unit frame, embedded level is installed on unit frame;Two ends of end module are equipped with second light beam component respectively, second light beam component forms corner or edge by emitting second light beam upward.The optical wall of the present application has multiple-angle realization space combination simulation means, increases real experience feeling implementation approach, space deduction process is flexible and changeable, modular utilization rate is high, professional requirement to operating personnel is low, implementation cycle is short and various advantages.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of architectural design, and more particularly to an optical wall and an architectural design method. Background Technology

[0002] In architectural design, the process of rationally deducing the composition of architectural space is a crucial step in the overall functional plan of the building, leading to a complete and cohesive spatial design. The guiding opinions involved in this process primarily come from: users' basic functional requirements for the space, the controlling dimensions of design codes, and the designer's suggestions for rationalizing the spatial design. In the initial stages of conventional architectural design, namely the schematic design phase, designers use standard design techniques to achieve the optimal effect of the spatial composition, verifying the rationality of the architectural space and its ergonomic dimensions and comfort.

[0003] Common design techniques used by designers include: 2D sketches, digital simulation modeling, CAD plan dimension optimization, proportionally scaled physical models, and showrooms. 2D sketches are typically used in the initial drafting stage of a design project. They utilize blocks and streamlined sketches to express the initial concept and establish preliminary communication regarding functional layout and architectural form. The advantage of this method is its speed of implementation, requiring only paper and pen. However, its short-term nature limits its ability to control details and maintain accuracy. Digital simulation modeling, in the context of the digital age, utilizes computer-generated 3D models and spatial simulations to facilitate the realization of initial concepts. It adds more realistic elements to the design, resulting in renderings and SketchUp models that more concretely represent the space and the final effect of the design. However, this method has drawbacks. The addition of excessive aesthetic effects and technological techniques can lead to spatial inconsistencies, distortions, and overly simplistic aesthetics, potentially creating biased or misleading experiences for the user and resulting in a significant difference between the final design and the actual product. For CAD planar dimension optimization, once the basic spatial layout and sketch dimensions are determined, dimensions specified by CAD software standards, ergonomic data, and drafting standards can be used. However, this approach is often limited to a two-dimensional representation and cannot intuitively showcase the results to the user. For the model room approach, in the final implementation phase, model rooms become the most direct means of verifying the rationality of the design space and whether it meets various requirements. However, if, after the model room is completed, significant differences are found between the dimensions, spatial flow, and user experience and the virtual effects of the previous three methods, requiring changes to the initial design objectives, a new round of revisions is necessary.

[0004] In summary, existing conventional design methods typically result in drawings, floor plans, and renderings. However, with the increasing diversity of projects and the lack of professional expertise among clients, numerous external factors exert significant influence. Even after multiple rounds of verification of the feasibility and rationality of various spatial layouts to achieve the most perfect effect, there are still frequent cases where, after the project is completed and the user experience is positive, it fails to meet the client's expectations regarding spatial dimensions, flow, and other sensory factors. If rectification and further optimization are required, the waste of project costs, time, and environmental resources becomes substantial, leading to negative social and economic consequences. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention provides an optical wall and architectural design method to solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention provides an optical wall, assembled from several standard modules and end modules. The standard modules extend and assemble along a straight line, with end modules located at the ends of the straight lines. Each standard module and end module includes: a unit frame, a first beam-emitting component, a leveling device, and an embedded level. The first beam-emitting component is arranged along the length of the unit frame and emits a first beam upward to form the wall. The leveling device is installed at the bottom of the unit frame, and the embedded level is installed on the unit frame. Second beam-emitting components are located at both ends of the end modules, and the second beam-emitting components emit a second beam upward to form corners or edges.

[0007] Preferably, the unit frame includes a base plate and vertically enclosing side plates.

[0008] Preferably, the base plate and side plates are made of acrylic material.

[0009] Preferably, each of the unit components is provided with two first beam-emitting components, which are respectively attached to two side plates arranged along the length direction of the unit frame.

[0010] Preferably, the embedded level is located between the two first beam-emitting components and at the middle of the unit frame along its length.

[0011] Preferably, each of the second beam-emitting components is independently controlled to turn on and off.

[0012] Preferably, the first beam is a planar ray, and the second beam is a linear ray.

[0013] Preferably, the first beam and the second beam are different colors.

[0014] The present invention also provides an architectural design method, employing the optical wall as described above, comprising the following steps:

[0015] Step 1: Prefabricate the unit frame, first beam emitter, leveling device, embedded level, and second beam emitter at the factory.

[0016] Step 2: Assemble the standard module and end module according to the CAD module size requirements to form an optical wall that meets the size requirements;

[0017] Step 3: Based on the modification requirements, adjust the position, quantity, and size of the standard module and the end module. Compared with the prior art, the optical wall and architectural design method provided by this invention has the following advantages:

[0018] 1. This invention utilizes standard modules and end modules to splice together, and the beams emitted by the two form an optical wall, thereby achieving a three-dimensional spatial layout effect, which more realistically and intuitively represents the spatial effect to be achieved; and by utilizing the enclosed space of this optical wall, users can conduct routing experience, space usage experience, and intuitive human body usage experience in a 1:1 space to satisfy the real experience verification of spatial combination.

[0019] 2. The structural components in this invention can be prefabricated in a modular factory. On-site users only need to place them in a plane according to the drawings and make minor adjustments to the overlap to achieve the spatial layout. The reusability is high and the operation is simple.

[0020] 3. This optical wall can be made of lightweight materials, with small module size, and the damage to the primary structure of the site is negligible. It can make full use of the civil engineering and structural site for simulation, with few restrictions on spatial layout adjustment, great flexibility, and many spatial possibilities. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the optical wall in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a plan view of the optical wall in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is an elevation view of a standard module in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a standard module in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a plan view of a standard module in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the end module in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a plan view of the end module in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] In the diagram: 01-Room floor, 02-Room ceiling; 10-Standard module, 11-Unit frame, 12-First beam emitter, 13-Leveling device, 14-Embedded level, 20-End module, 21-Second beam emitter, 31-First beam, 32-Second beam. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To illustrate the technical solutions of the invention in more detail, specific embodiments are listed below to demonstrate the technical effects; it should be emphasized that these embodiments are used to illustrate the invention and not to limit the scope of the invention.

[0030] The optical wall provided by this invention, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the structure is assembled from several standard modules 10 and end modules 20. The standard modules 10 extend and assemble along a straight line, with the end modules 20 located at the ends of the straight lines. Each standard module 10 and end module 20 includes: a unit frame 11, a first beam-emitting component 12, a leveling device 13, and an embedded level 14. The first beam-emitting component 12 is arranged along the length of the unit frame 11 and emits a first beam 31 upward to form a wall. Thus, the wall, the room floor 01, and the room ceiling 02 enclose a complete room shape. The leveling device 13 is installed at the bottom of the unit frame 11, and the embedded level 14 is installed at the bottom of the room. Mounted on the unit frame 11, and based on the display of the embedded level 14, the leveling device 13 is adjusted. This allows for leveling in rough or uneven construction spaces, while also ensuring the wall remains perpendicular to the room floor 01, guaranteeing the wall's verticality. The end module 20 has second beam-emitting components 21 at both ends. These components emit a second beam 32 upwards to form corners or edges. It should be noted that the difference between the end module 20 and the standard module 10 lies in the addition of second beam-emitting components 32 at both ends. However, when the second beam-emitting components 32 are not emitting beams (the light source is off), the effects are identical. This invention can achieve different effects by using a second beam 32, distinct from the first beam 31, depending on the specific needs of the end module 20 at different usage locations.

[0031] This invention utilizes a standard module 10 and an end module 20 spliced ​​together, with the beams emitted by the two forming an optical wall, thereby achieving a three-dimensional spatial layout effect and more realistically and intuitively representing the desired spatial effect. Furthermore, by utilizing the enclosed space of this optical wall, users can experience routing, spatial usage, and intuitive human use within a 1:1 scale space, thus satisfying the verification of a realistic spatial combination experience.

[0032] In some embodiments, please refer to the following: Figures 3 to 7 The unit frame 11 includes a base plate and vertically enclosing side plates. As the carrier of the light beam, the unit frame 11 offers advantages in processing, transportation, cost, and installation. The internal light-emitting element can be made of acrylic or glass materials. In practical applications, the dimensions (length × width × height) of the unit frame 11 can be made 600mm × 120mm × 100mm, resulting in a smaller module size and negligible primary structural damage to the site. This allows for full utilization of the civil engineering and structural site for simulation, with fewer constraints on spatial layout adjustments, greater flexibility, and a wider range of spatial possibilities.

[0033] In some embodiments, the base plate and side plates can be made of acrylic material, which is lightweight, low-cost, and easy to manufacture and transport. Of course, during manufacturing, materials such as aluminum plates and stainless steel plates can also be used according to actual needs (weight, color, cost, etc.), as long as the desired effect can be achieved.

[0034] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 3 to 7 Each of the unit components 11 is provided with two first beam-emitting components 12, which are respectively attached to two side plates arranged along the length direction of the unit frame 11, and the distance between the two first beam-emitting components 12 simulates the width of the wall.

[0035] In some implementations, please refer to the following: Figures 4 to 7 The embedded level 14 is located between the two first beam-emitting components 12 and in the middle of the length direction of the unit frame 11, and is used to display the overall levelness of the entire module.

[0036] In some embodiments, please refer to the figures for details. Figure 6 and Figure 7 Each of the second beam-emitting components 21 can be independently controlled to open and close. The opening and closing of the second beam 32 can be controlled according to the different needs of the end module 20 at the usage location. That is to say, the two second beam-emitting components 21 in the same end module 20 can be opened and closed at the same time, or one can be opened and the other closed, in order to achieve the desired visual effect.

[0037] In some embodiments, the first beam 31 is a planar ray, and the second beam 32 is a linear ray, such as a square ray or a rectangular ray. It can also be made into an arc shape or an irregular shape according to the actual situation. The first beam 31 and the second beam 32 are different colors. Preferably, the color of the second beam 32 is darker than the color of the first beam 31. For example, the first beam 31 is a beige strip beam, and the second beam 32 is a brown line beam, so as to intuitively indicate the wall features such as corners and edges.

[0038] The present invention also provides an architectural design method, employing the optical wall as described above, comprising the following steps:

[0039] Step 1: The unit frame 11, the first beam-emitting component 12, the leveling device 13, the embedded level 14, and the second beam-emitting component 21 are prefabricated in the factory. Through modular factory prefabrication, users only need to place them on the plane according to the drawings and make minor adjustments to the overlap to achieve the spatial layout. The reuse rate is high and the operation is simple.

[0040] Step 2: Assemble the standard module 10 and end module 20 according to the CAD module size requirements to form an optical wall that meets the size requirements, so as to realistically and intuitively represent the spatial effect to be achieved.

[0041] Step 3: Based on the modification requirements, adjust the position, quantity, and size of the standard module 10 and the end module 20. That is, when proposing rectification and further optimization, new effects can be achieved with simple adjustments, which greatly improves efficiency and reduces costs.

[0042] In summary, the optical wall and architectural design method provided by the present invention comprises an optical wall assembled from several standard modules 10 and end modules 20. The standard modules 10 extend and are assembled along a straight line, and the end modules 20 are provided at the ends of the straight lines. Each standard module 10 and end module 20 includes: a unit frame 11, a first beam-emitting component 12, a leveling device 13, and an embedded level 14. The first beam-emitting component 12 is arranged along the length of the unit frame 11 and emits a first beam 31 upward to form a wall. The leveling device 13 is installed at the bottom of the unit frame 11, and the embedded level 14 is installed on the unit frame 11. The two ends of the end modules 20 are respectively provided with second beam-emitting components 21, which emit a second beam 32 upward to form corners or edges. This invention utilizes a standard module 10 and an end module 20 spliced ​​together, with the beams emitted by the two forming an optical wall, thereby achieving a three-dimensional spatial layout effect and more realistically and intuitively representing the desired spatial effect. Furthermore, by utilizing the enclosed space of this optical wall, users can experience routing, spatial usage, and intuitive human use within a 1:1 scale space, thus satisfying the verification of a realistic spatial combination experience.

[0043] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to the invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of the invention and their equivalents, the invention is also intended to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. An optical wall, characterized in that, It is composed of several standard modules and end modules. The standard modules extend and are assembled along a straight line, and the end modules are provided at the ends of the straight lines. Each standard module and end module includes: a unit frame, a first beam-emitting component, a leveling device, and an embedded level. The first beam-emitting component is arranged along the length of the unit frame and emits a first beam upward to form a wall. The leveling device is installed at the bottom of the unit frame, and the embedded level is installed on the unit frame. The two ends of the end modules are respectively provided with second beam-emitting components, which emit a second beam upward to form corners or edges.

2. The optical wall as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The unit frame includes a base plate and vertically enclosing side plates.

3. The optical wall as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The base plate and side plates are made of acrylic material.

4. The optical wall as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Each of the unit frames is provided with two first beam-emitting components, which are respectively attached to two side plates arranged along the length direction of the unit frame.

5. The optical wall as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The embedded level is located between the two first beam-emitting components and at the middle of the unit frame along its length.

6. The optical wall as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the second beam-emitting components is independently controlled to turn on and off.

7. The optical wall as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first beam is a planar ray, and the second beam is a linear ray.

8. The optical wall as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first beam and the second beam are different colors.

9. An architectural design method, characterized in that, The optical wall as described in any one of claims 1 to 8 comprises the following steps: Step 1: Prefabricate the unit frame, first beam emitter, leveling device, embedded level, and second beam emitter at the factory. Step 2: Assemble the standard module and end module according to the CAD module size requirements to form an optical wall that meets the size requirements; Step 3: Based on the modification requirements, adjust the position, quantity, and size of the standard module and the end module.

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