Plug-in Creations design efforts seek to derive shape grammars and design principles for the development of component-based (kit-of-parts) building systems and space generation rules. Building systems include 1) linear geometry joint-based assemblies, where a standard joint is utilized for all connections, 2) planar geometry panel-based assemblies, 3) solid geometry modular assemblies, and 4) time geometry deployable assemblies. Other concepts under study include plug-in assembly or disassembly by hand without tools, integration of power & communication systems into structure, and plug-in sensors and actuators. The following are selected projects:

Prototype Dwelling (1987 concept)

Dwelling + Workplace (1987 concept)

Virtual Building (1993 concept)

LDS Building System (1994 concept)

Qamel Vehicle (1996 concept)

Assisted Living Apartments (2002 concept)

Diginoid Workstation (2003 constructed)

Appletree Residence (2004 concept)

Miscellaneous Plug-in Creations projects (1998-2003 concepts)

Treads Mobile Shelter for Extreme Environments (operational, in progress)

Antenor Mobile Shelter for Extreme Environments (operational, in progress)

Eagles Nest Residence (in progress)