Published in Ongoing, 2026
This research proposes reciprocal frame structures as adaptable systems capable of extending material lifespans across multiple deployments
Recommended citation: J. Nguyen, N. Hoban, R. Sehijpaul, P. Kozak, "Geosphere: Beyond Single-Use Reciprocal Frame Structures", currently under review for publishing
Published in Inprogress, 2026
This research proposes reciprocal frame structures as adaptable systems capable of extending material lifespans across multiple deployments
Recommended citation: J. Nguyen, N. Hoban, R. Sehijpaul, S. Lamb, P. Kozak, "Temporary Architecture as System: A Life Cycle Assessment of Reusable Reciprocal Frame Systems", currently writing for publication
Published in ACADIA, 2024
This paper investigates the potential of utilizing robotically fabricated, doubly curved, reciprocal frame structures as an alternative solution to the problems of global climate concerns and supply chain issues.
Recommended citation: J. Nguyen, N. Hoban, R. Sehijpaul, S. Hilchie, B. Peters, "Multi-Axis Timber Tectonics: Robotic Fabrication of a Freestanding, Doubly Curved, Reciprocal Frame Structure," at ACADIA 2024 - Association for Computer Aided Design in Architecture
Published in CUMINCAD, 2022
This paper investigates the potential of Helmholtz resonators to be used in combination with sound scattering surfaces to achieve optimal perfor- mance in cross laminated timber (CLT) panels through the use of a hexagonal pattern as the underlying design strategy.
Recommended citation: J. Nguyen, P. Cop, N. Hoban, B. Peters, T. Kesik, "Resonant Hexagon Diffuser: Designing tunable acoustic surfaces by combining sound scattering and Helmholtz resonators," in Proceedings of ACADIA 2022 - Association for Computer Aided Design in Architecture, pp.546-557. ISBN 979-8-9860805-8-1
Published in Springer International Publishing, 2022
The research presented in this paper investigates acoustic metamaterials for architectural acoustics and demonstrates how architects can leverage parametric design, digital fabrication, and computer performance simulation to develop new metamaterial designs tuned for customized acoustic performance.
Recommended citation: P. Cop, J. Nguyen, and B. Peters, “Modelling and Simulation of Acoustic Metamaterials for Architectural Application,” in Towards Radical Regeneration, Cham: Springer International Publishing, pp. 223–236. doi: 10.1007/978-3-031-13249-0_19.
Published in Springer Nature - Communications in Computer and Information Science, 2022
This research proposes combining the concept of aperiodicity with the predictability of a mathematical formula and defined through a parametric model, where the acoustic performance of these aperiodic surfaces will be analyzed through simulations.
Recommended citation: R. Cocks, J. Nguyen, and B. Peters, “Wieringa Surface: The Implementation of Aperiodicity into Architectural Acoustics,” in Computer-Aided Architectural Design. INTERCONNECTIONS: Co-computing Beyond Boundaries, Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland, pp. 190–203. doi: 10.1007/978-3-031-37189-9_13.
Published in Society for Computer Simulation International, 2021
This paper suggests that progress in digital design tools, computational building performance simulation, and fabrication techniques facilitates the exploration, testing, and production of novel Helmholtz resonator geometries.
Recommended citation: P. Cop, J. Nguyen, B. Peters, "Modelling and Simulation of Helmholtz Resonators for Broadband Sound Absorption," in Proceedings of SimAUD 2021, doi: simaud.org/papers
Published in Madeira, Portugal, 2021
This paper reviews recent research combining parametric modelling and acoustic simulation, proposing a methodology termed “parametric acoustics” and outlining nine techniques to leverage this integrated approach effectively.
Recommended citation: B. Peters, John Nguyen, R. Omar, "Parametric acoustics: design techniques that integrate modelling and simulation" in Proceedings of Euronoise 21 Annual Congress. doi: sea-acustica.es/fileadmin/Madeira21/ID140
Published in CUMINCAD, 2020
This paper provides a state-of-the-art of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) in the building industry.
Recommended citation: John Nguyen and Brady Peters, "Computational Fluid Dynamics in Building Design Practice," in Proceedings of ACADIA 2020 Conference Association for Computer Aided Design in Architecture, pp.574-583, ISBN: 978-0-578-95213-0
Published in Atmosphere Journal, 2019
In this study, a three-dimensional numerical simulation of the wind flow and pollutant transport in street canyons is carried out by a new specific solver, which is developed and coupled into an open source CFD tool box, the OpenFOAM package.
Recommended citation: Nguyen, V. T., Nguyen, T. C., & Nguyen, J. (2019). Numerical Simulation of Turbulent Flow and Pollutant Dispersion in Urban Street Canyons. Atmosphere, 10(11), 683.
Published in Atmosphere, 2019
In this study, a numerical model has been developed based on an open source Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) package OpenFOAM, aiming to investigate the flow pattern and pollutant dispersion in urban street canyons with different geometry configurations.
Recommended citation: V. Nguyen, T. Nguyen, J. Nguyen, "Numerical Simulation of Turbulent Flow and Pollutant Dispersion in Urban Street Canyons," Atmosphere, vol 10(11), pp. 683-713, 2019, doi: doi.org/10.3390/atmos10110683
Published in a+u Architecture and Urbanism, 2019
This work is about predicting how urban density will transition into a “back to the suburbs” mentality due to autonomous driving and normalization of digital communications.
Recommended citation: John Nguyen, S. Baik, "A.I. Future," Shinkenchiku, vol. 2019:01, pp. 210-211, ISSN: 1342-5447
Published in Dichotomy, 2017
This paper is about addressing the shelter facilities in the city of Toronto, Ontario in Canada. Social integration and rehabilitation are addressed in the proposal through a facility that houses shelter seekers and provides all necessary facilities including a medical center, room and board resources, and classrooms, while normalizing social interactions between the sheltered and shelter seekers.
Recommended citation: John Nguyen, S. Baik, Z. Luo, S. Lamb, Q. Luchen, A. Nguyen, "A Social Reintegration Project," Dichotomy, vol. 23, pp.52-60, 2017, ISSN: 0276-5748
Published in DICHOTOMY, 2017
This project examines social reintegration as an architectural and programmatic challenge, addressing the structural stigmas faced by individuals experiencing homelessness.
Recommended citation: J. Nguyen, S. Baik, S. Lamb, Z. Luo, Q. Luchen, A.D. Nguyen, "A Social Re-integration Project," in Dichotomy Journal, v.23, pp.35-42, ISSN: 0276-5748
Published in Procedia Engineering, 2016
In this study, utilizing the open source CFD package OpenFOAM, a series of numerical simulations were conducted employing both Reynolds Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) and Large Eddy Simulation (LES) methodologies.
Recommended citation: H. Choi, V. Nguyen, J. Nguyen, “Numerical Investigation of Backward Facing Step Flow over Various Step Angles,” Procedia engineering, vol. 154, pp. 420–425, 2016, doi: 10.1016/j.proeng.2016.07.508.
Published in Proceedings of ACCMES, 2015
This research investigates how architectural form, specifically roof geometry and building height, has an impact on air flow patterns and pollutant dispersion within urban street canyons
Recommended citation: J. Nguyen, T. C. Nguyen, V.Nguyen, "Effect of architectural roof design and building height on flow field and pollution transport in street canyon", 2015, in proceedings of ACCMES - Asian Conference on Civil, Material, and Environmental Sciences.