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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more mainstream in many industries, even those that are risk-averse, like architecture. Many in the industry have concerns about using innovative materials and ideas, not because of a fear of creativity, but due to the legal risk. But in architectural design, AI is making an impact. Here are some ways that AI is changing the architectural landscape.Â
Getting ideas in visual format
AI can bring ideas to life very quickly, helping architects generate images to showcase their dreams without costly 3D designs. Image generation engines are some of the first ways AI moved into the architectural industry.
Optimizing space
AI tools for computer-aided design (CAD) give architects and designers more ways to visualize floor plans to find the best way to utilize the space for the desired output. This can lead to more creative ideas, efficient design and sustainable options.
Risk assessment of current structures
Drexel University has been developing technology for use in architecture that is similar to facial recognition software to measure structural damage in buildings and other structures. This can help humans make better maintenance decisions and process a lot of information quickly to prevent future problems.
Urban planning
Developing an urban landscape for the present and the future takes large amounts of data from multiple aspects, the weather, traffic projections, the current infrastructure and projections into the future. AI can manage that data load much more efficiently than humans. AI tools are being developed that allow more community engagement into urban planning, giving developers more information to be efficient and sustainable.
Will AI replace architects?
There are a lot of concerns about using AI in all industries. ChatGPT made up cases and landed a lawyer in hot water. AI is not a tool that can be completely trusted, but it is an assistant that can help reduce repetitive tasks and process a heavy data load to aid in the decision-making process. It will be interesting to see how AI develops over the next few decades to make jobs easier in all sectors.
