Ruxin Xie
Ruxin (pronounced as Ru-shin) is a researcher, designer, and lifelong maker. Her work lies at the intersection of art, architecture, mechanics, and robotics.
She lives with a tabby cat named TT — Tiny Tiger. ᓚᘏᗢ
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2025
XXXBuildfest 2024Bethel, NY, USAXXIXRobotic SetupsPrinceton, NJ, USA
2023
XXVIIIThe ObservatoryCupertino, CA, USA
XXVIITree House[Concept]XXVIGoogle StoreSanta Monica, CA, USAXXVCat LampCupertino, CA, USA
2022
XXIVSystems EngagementAnn Arbor, MI, USA
2021
XXIIICocoonAnn Arbor, MI, USAXXIISocial EquilibriaVenice, ItalyXXITopology Optimized Building Envelope Ann Arbor, MI, USAXXPoly-Fractal PackingAnn Arbor, MI, USAXIXPneumatic Origami Self FoldingAnn Arbor, MI, USA
2020
XVIIIDesign Ecologies of Glass[Concept]XVIIArchitecture {AI}[Concept]XVIVolumetric KnittingAnn Arbor, MI, USAXVShelf - Generative DeisignAnn Arbor, MI, USAXIVLight LeakAnn Arbor, MI, USAXIIITriByteAnn Arbor, MI, USAXIIMantaAnn Arbor, MI, USAXIHoursteelAnn Arbor, MI, USA
2019
XContext. Community. Co-op. Core[Concept]IXPlayscapeAnn Arbor, MI, USAVIIIExquisite LampAnn Arbor, MI, USAVIIKnitted InflatablesAnn Arbor, MI, USA
2018
VIEngageAnn Arbor, MI, USAVFantastic Beasts And Here They Are[Concept]IVAnimation and Architecture[Concept]
2017 and Earlier
IIISponge at Crossroad[Concept]IIBridge Church[Concept]IBirdwatching Pavilion[Concept]
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© 2017–2025 Ruxin Xie
XVI
Volumetric Knitting
This independent study explores advanced volumetric knitting techniques using the STOLL CMS 822 3D knitting machine. Unlike traditional planar knitting, volumetric knitting enables the creation of three-dimensional forms with integrated structural and aesthetic qualities. The project focuses on two main objectives: (a) developing programming and operational expertise with CNC knitting, and (b) designing and testing tensile knits to produce complex volumetric forms.
Through structured experimentation and collaboration with industry partners, this study pushes the boundaries of knitting-centered design. The work aims to refine techniques for creating lightweight, adaptive structures with potential applications in architecture and other industrial fields.
Instructors
Prof. Sean Ahlquist,
Tracey Weisman