Selected Works | Diaz, Sofia

SOFIA DIAZ
Paths of Temporality
An exploration of the coexistence and
clashes between different temporal layers
in the Ancient wall of Cartagena, specifically
the clock tower. The clock tower is
the main entrance to the Old City, making it a
landmark of great importance within the Wall
of Cartagena and an urban cluster object of
the history of the city. The tower is composed
of numerous elements, of which their origins
can be traced back to diff erent historical periods.
Each element a reflection of a moment in
time showcasing this space’s unique character.
It is unified by additional elements that permeate
the entire artifact, such as the permanent
presence of water and the ruinous finish
it creates, or the voids within the wall that off er
transitional spaces between temporal layers.
Based on this a natural barrier dedicated
to the conservation and recreation of the
original coral reef in the port of Cartagena,
which engages the community and
protects the city from future floods due to
climate change is proposed. Designed by
iterations of ABB robotic paths and Grasshopper
codes, this center represents the clash of
the vertical and horizontal passage of time observed
through the layers of materiality, uses
and objects added by human intervention to
the iconic Wall of Cartagena.
Skills
Rhinoceros
Grasshopper
Robot Studio ABB
Adobe Creative Suite
Enscape 3D
3D Printing and Digital Fabrication