Personally, I think the key to Omnibite lies not in rigidly standardized connections but in embracing the imperfections of raw materials. At its heart, the project challenges us to rethink construction as an act of co-creation rather than a mechanical process. The three-axis joint, which adapts to variation through geometric flexibility, suggests that structure is not built from pre-defined forms but rather forged from what we recognize as available—this is where the tension between precision and spontaneity truly arises. From my perspective, the shift from fixed parts to open-ended collaboration mirrors our relationship with nature itself. This approach may reduce the stress of assembling, but it also invites deeper engagement with the material world. What many people don’t realize is that when you allow wood to shape itself, you’re not just building—it’s becoming part of the landscape itself. In Lombardy, where local species are studied, we find that even the most irregular wood holds structural integrity. If you take a step back and think about it, this project is asking: can we build anything more than we already have? And if so, what kind of connection would that look like?
