formave
Formave is a term used in design and architecture discourse to describe a process-oriented approach to shaping form that integrates aesthetic, structural, and functional considerations within the design workflow. The concept emphasizes how form and performance influence each other from early ideation through final fabrication, rather than treating form as a purely decorative outcome.
Origins and usage: The term Formave appears in design writings and online discussions since the 2010s. It
Methodology: Practitioners typically begin with constraints and goals, use parametric or generative tools to explore form
Applications: Formave concepts appear in architecture, product design, furniture, and urban form studies where complex shapes
Reception and critique: Proponents argue that Formave offers a practical framework for integrating form with function.
See also: Parametric design, Generative design, Material-driven design, Building performance simulation.