Architectural Design Method Research Articles

Elastic robotic structures: a multidisciplinary framework for the design and control of shape-morphing elastic system for architectural and design applications

The design of adaptive structures and objects takes place at the intersection of design, architecture, robotics and engineering. Evolving from 1960s cybernetics to today’s interactive projects, technological advancements shape new visions for adaptive systems. A key challenge in this field is developing human-scale, shape-morphing structures. Elastic materials offer a promising solution for creating lightweight systems capable of large transformations with minimal components and energy, unlike conventional rigid systems. This approach requires methodologies for designing and controlling complex material deformations. While architectural and structural design methods focus on large-scale but static elastic structures, soft robotics explores dynamic behaviors. However these approaches are limited for complex shapes and large-scale, as their focus is on specialized applications. To address these issues, this research introduces a multidisciplinary framework for the design and control of shape-morphing elastic system for architectural and design applications. It also presents the concept of elastic robotic structures (ERS), which refers to a body of work developed with the framework. ERS are defined as large-scale elastic systems that are robotically actuated and can achieve multiple geometrical states, interacting with humans and adapting to diverse conditions. The multidisciplinary framework is presented for ERS design, characterization and control, showing how it leverages the integration of architecture, engineering and robotics to overcome the limitations of discipline-specific traditional approaches. The framework is applied in the realization of different types of ERS, which are presented and categorized. Combining the flexibility and interactivity of design methodologies with the reliability of robotic solutions will enable designers and engineers to develop innovative elastic shape-changing systems and program their behaviors.

The application of ICPA optimization algorithm in multi-objective optimization structural design of prefabricated buildings

With the prefabricated buildings developing, traditional architectural design methods can no longer meet the requirements of efficient, green, and sustainable development. In view of this, based on the analysis of the framework structure of the cyclical parthenogenesis algorithm, the study introduced chaotic optimization algorithm for improvement. And the improved new algorithm was applied to multi-objective problems in the optimization design of prefabricated building structures. Finally, a novel structural design optimization model was proposed. These experiments confirmed that the improved algorithm had the least 160 iterations and 17 optimal solutions, which was an increase of 15 compared to traditional aphid algorithms. Two function solutions of this new structural design optimization model were both between –0:5 and 0.5, with relatively smaller values. In addition, this model could effectively optimize and transform physical buildings, increasing their structural stability by 2.43%, increasing their structural quality coefficient by 4.49%, reducing vibration cycles by 0.06%, and reducing inter story displacement angles by 0.04%. In summary, the improved cyclical parthenogenesis algorithm has good performance in solving multi-objective problems in prefabricated structures, and can quickly and accurately find the global optimal solution. This study aims to provide guidance for the prefabricated building structure design.

Symbiotic design and numerical methods of industrial architecture and urban landscape in the context of sustainable development

The status quo of low sustainability of urban landscape symbiosis design programme and low referability of the corresponding comprehensive evaluation method, the study will take the environmental and ecological value as the symbiosis goal to design the urban landscape. The study constructs a comprehensive evaluation model of industrial heritage urban landscape ecology, researches each index affecting landscape ecology, and determines the weight of each influence index by combining qualitative and quantitative methods. The maximum influence factors of the four criteria layers of emotion, culture, material and ecology are pleasure, obvious cultural symbols, appropriate scale and microclimate regulation, and the corresponding values are 0.313, 0.404, 0.315 and 0.495, respectively. Compared with that before the introduction of the self-organised neural network fusion K-Means clustering algorithm, the ecological evaluation scores of the urban landscape of the industrial heritage are much closer to the real situation, and the overall error is much higher. The ecological evaluation model of industrial heritage buildings is closer to the real situation, and the overall error fluctuation is 0.012–0.020. The precision-recall curve of the comprehensive evaluation model of industrial heritage buildings is more advantageous than that of other comprehensive evaluation models. The results of the study provide a scientific reference basis for the design of the external landscape environment of industrial heritage buildings, and provide a strong scientific support for the ecological symbiosis between old industrial buildings and the environment under the concept of sustainability.

РОЛЬ ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ БУДІВЕЛЬНОГО ІНФОРМАЦІЙНОГО МОДЕЛЮВАННЯ В АРХІТЕКТУРНІЙ ОСВІТІ

The article provides a detailed analysis of the role of building information technologies in the professional training of first-level (bachelor’s) degree students in the 191 "Architecture and Urban Planning" program at the Institute of Architecture and Design, Lviv Polytechnic National University. Special attention is paid to the study of the role of modern technologies in shaping the key skills and professional competencies of future architects. In particular, the integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and a wide range of other licensed software tools, which are actively used both in the professional field and in the educational process, is examined. The article explores the trends regarding the growing demand for specialized software among employers in the architectural labor market. It also considers the main differences between traditional architectural design methods, based on planar drawings and conceptual sketches, and modern information-based approaches that use digital tools to ensure precision, efficiency, and optimization of design processes. The significance of BIM technologies as one of the key aspects of the digital transformation in the architectural and engineering design process is emphasized. The article also analyzes methodological approaches to forming learning outcomes and developing specialized competencies necessary for preparing competitive professionals in the field. Significant attention is given to the challenges faced by instructors and students when implementing BIM technologies into the educational process. The article discusses potential obstacles and risks associated with the integration of modern digital technologies into the academic curriculum, as well as possible ways to overcome these challenges.

A study on the design and concept of Guilin Landscape Building in Shang Kuo based on the Beaux-Arts system

ABSTRACT The Beaux-Arts system, once an important international architectural design method, represents a significant and challenging area of research when considering its localization in China. Shang Kuo, a Chinese architect influenced by the Beaux-Arts concept, demonstrates the heritage and development of the Beaux-Arts system through his landscape buildings in Guilin. This study selects six representative cases from Shang Kuo’s landscape buildings in Guilin and analyzes them based on the Beaux-Arts system. The analysis focuses on four aspects: plan composition, spatial composition, facade composition, and the formal aesthetic laws of composition. The research reveals that Shang Kuo’s works exhibit three balanced choices of axis composition in their plans. He innovatively incorporates elements such as residential buildings, garden architecture, traditional Chinese art, and natural elements into the composition of his buildings, while emphasizing the harmonious integration of interiors and facades and adhering to the principles of aesthetic form. This study shows the way of localizing Beaux-Arts architecture through Shang Kuo’s landscape buildings in Guilin and contributes to the understanding of the development of modern Chinese architecture.

The other narratives of architecture

The other narrative of architecture expands possibilities of architectural design methods that pay attention to other temporalities, realities, and subjects of architecture. The collection of articles in this ARSNET issue provides investigations that revisit how narratives exist as the basis of architectural experience and design methods. Technological advancements create tools, platforms, and living needs that enable different ways of revealing, producing, and speculating architectural narratives. Through this issue's investigation of the other narratives, alternative situations of architecture are reconstructed.

Research on Deriving a Proportional System of a Roof Structure Through the Analysis of Hanok Architectural Design Methods

Hanoks are structures that have been built with unique techniques and styles since prehistoric times. Demand for hanoks is growing because they are recognized as climate-friendly buildings that make use of the natural environment as it is. However, there are a lack of standardized records concerning the methods or standards for constructing hanoks, so inferring them through the dimensional analysis of existing buildings is challenging. The roof of a hanok is its most beautiful part, and its proportions change the appearance of the hanok. Relying on existing examples or inherited figures when designing hanoks has led to the formation of uniform hanoks and the loss of their identity due to the lack of proportional standards. This study aimed to derive a proportional roof structure system by analyzing hanok architectural design methods. The employed method allowed for an analysis of the types of roofs and eaves of hanoks and extracted all the roof-related factors, such as the eave overhang, eave angle, roof angle, and hanok height. These data were compared with each other to find regularities and derive a final proportional system for a hanok roof structure. The analysis showed that the eave-height-to-roof-height ratio is 5.5:4.5, and notably, the sum of the eave and roof angles is in the range of 118°~120°, which means that the lower the eave angle, the higher the roof angle. Therefore, the roof structure of a hanok should not be designed based on a partial average value; rather, it should be based on a mutual proportional system considering the eave angle, roof angle, hanok height, and eave height. The results of this study can provide designers with a basis for creating hanoks through the use of the proportional system of roofs. This data basis guarantees continuity between the past and the present, and the proposed system can serve as a guide for hanok roof design and structural analysis.

Study on Supply Chain Rearrangement to Improve Supply Chain Performance of Sambal Sauce in Company X Case Study using the Enterprise Architecture Design method that utilizes Industrial Revolution 4.0 Technology based on Hybrid Technology

Company X is a large enough producer of Sambal Sauce to supply Meatball traders in Indonesia. Many problems in this supply chain include the occurrence of unhealthy competition between internal networks, both between agents and other networks that intersect between supply regions, market prices are not uniform, the availability of field products is not maintained, the uncertainty of delivery from the previous supply from the Supply Chain, high Debts and Receivables from Distributors, the certainty of product delivery to the Supply Chain from Producers, The certainty and stability of the delivery of Sambal Sauce Raw Materials to the Factory, unstable quality of raw materials, and many other problems. Of course, this needs to be fixed immediately, considering that it will be a turning point for product returns if this problem continues. The following is a deeper study of what and why this happens, how to solve the problem, and concrete efforts to solve the problem analytically using the Enterprise Architecture Design method by utilizing Hybrid Technology-based Industrial Revolution 4.0 Technology.

Arsitektur Sistem Informasi Rehabilitasi dan Rekonstruksi Rumah Terkena Dampak Gempa Menggunakan Framework Togaf

The study focuses on the impact of the 2018 earthquake in the Province of West Nusa Tenggara, particularly the extensive damage to hundreds of thousands of houses. It aims to assess the initial phase of post-earthquake housing rehabilitation and reconstruction activities and seeks to enhance their efficiency and effectiveness. One of the main issues identified is the absence of an integrated information system to facilitate data management and coordination among relevant agencies, often leading to errors and delays in implementing activities. To address this, the research utilizes the TOGAF ADM Framework as an architectural design method, providing detailed guidelines for creating a flexible and adaptable information system architecture. Data is collected through in-terviews, document studies, and literature reviews. The research delves into the vision and mis-sion, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to the rehabilitation and reconstruction process, as well as an analysis of the current business processes and assets owned by the BPBD of the Province of West Nusa Tenggara. The expected outcome is the development of an information system ar-chitecture that can overcome obstacles in rehabilitation and reconstruction activities, resulting in a more effective and efficient process. Moreover, it aims to enhance coordination and resource uti-lization. Ultimately, the study concludes that implementing a TOGAF ADM-based information system architecture can offer a comprehensive solution to the challenges encountered in post-earthquake housing rehabilitation and reconstruction. This resulting integrated and opti-mized system is expected to serve as a valuable reference for relevant agencies in other provinces facing similar situations in the future.

3D construction printing as a tool for forming the design methodology of an actual modern object of architecture and construction

An analysis of the experience of the design and construction of objects of modern architecture, reflecting in an aesthetic image, a high -tech direction and brightness of the image. In particular, the features of 3D construction printing with a variety of approaches and purposes of using this technology in the field of architecture are considered.The purpose of the research and analysis is to bring the theory of technological capabilities, their practical application and the relevance of modern architectural solutions into design methods, on the basis of which it is possible to form general trends and directions of aesthetic images of modern architecture.The article presents an approach to the design of a residential housing facility based on the analyzed experience and selected methods of architectural design, taking into account their subsequent implementation by 3D construction printing.

Research on architecture design method of civil aircraft pneumatic systems based on model

Research on architecture design method of civil aircraft pneumatic systems based on model

Multifactor dynamic coupled model for building fire evacuation: Case study of the Karamay Friendship Palace fire

Occupant evacuation during a building fire is a complex system that includes several highly coupled subsystems, such as building characteristics, occupant characteristics, fire behavior, and evacuation behavior. To study the interaction mechanism between these subsystems to maximize occupant safety during fire evacuation in a building, a multifactor dynamic coupled model based on the Fire Dynamic Simulator and floor field cellular automata model for occupant evacuation in a fire was established. In the model, the dynamic impact of smoke diffusion on occupant movement direction and speed, decrease in occupant health points caused by smoke and trampling, and changes in occupant exit choices in the presence of closed exits were considered in detail. The catastrophic fire accident in the Friendship Palace of Karamay, Xinjiang, China, in 1994 was used as the analysis case, in which the spatial model of the Friendship Palace was reconstructed according to real data and architectural design methods. The safety exits open or closed, radius Rtra, possibility of information transmission Psuc, and wait time twait were discussed to study the influence of these parameters on the evacuation process and results. The study shows that the model could reproduce a fire accident well with Rtra = 4, Psuc = 0.5, and twait = 30. The closed exits increased evacuation time by over 120.3 % and resulted in 439 deaths. These conclusions are important for providing better estimates, guiding architectural designs, and enhancing building safety management.

Emotional Design and Validation Study of Human–Landscape Visual Interaction

The formal beauty of “objects” is the main focus of modern rural landscapes, ignoring human interaction with the environment and the emotional reflection in this behavioral process. It is unable to satisfy the emotional needs of younger people who aspire to a high-quality life in the rural environment. The research idea of this paper is ‘first assessment—then design—then validation’. First, A 5-point Likert scale was used to investigate differences in contemporary young people’s emotional perceptions of the four rural natural landscapes in terms of instinct, behavior, and reflection. Then, using architectural design methods, a visual attraction element (viewing platform) was added by selecting samples that varied in all three dimensions (visual richness, behavioral attraction, and depth of thought). After that, a desktop eye tracker was used to record the eyeball characteristics of participants viewing the current images of natural landscapes and images of modified natural landscapes (pupil diameter, fixation duration, gaze point, etc.), and these data were combined with the subjective psychological perception scale score to determine whether or not the subjects’ positive emotions are evoked by the modified natural environment. The findings indicate that placing visually attractive elements between people and the natural world can cause subjects to feel good, think deeply, and feel more a part of the surroundings. Furthermore, we confirmed that subjects’ emotions can be evoked by 2D natural environment pictures and that the length of time subjects gaze at a picture is unaffected by the size of any individual element.

Green Open Space Design in Papan Island Township Arrangement

: The purpose of open space is as a forum for organizing activities that are not only limited to human activities but also as a forum for nature conservation Papan Island has the potential as a tourist destination with its cultural wealth and biodiversity, by creating a space for tourists and still paying attention to the needs of the people of Papan Island and its environment, a tourist area will be created with the concept of Green Open Space (RTH) Method: The method used in this research is the Architectural design method. This method uses an analysis of the activities and needs of tourists and the community on Papan Island. Data obtained through interviews, observations, documentation, and literature studies Results and Discussion: This research makes the concept of shared space in architecture refer to an area or environment designed to be used and enjoyed together by a group of people. Based on the results of the analysis that has been carried out, the following design response will be made, namely making flexible openings such as large sliding door openings but at the same time can be closed. Conclusion This research shows that green spaces can be a key element in creating a healthier, more comfortable, and sustainable environment on Papan Island:

A processor architecture design method for improving reusability of special-purpose superconducting quantum processor

A processor architecture design method for improving reusability of special-purpose superconducting quantum processor

ВЛИЯНИЕ ПРИРОДНЫХ ФАКТОРОВ НА АРХИТЕКТУРНОЕ ПРОЕКТИРОВАНИЕ ОБЪЕКТОВ ЭКОЛОГИЧЕСКОГО ТУРИЗМА НА ОСОБО ОХРАНЯЕМЫХ ПРИРОДНЫХ ТЕРРИТОРИЯХ КАМЧАТСКОГО КРАЯ

The Kamchatka Territory has significant potential for the development of ecological tourism in specially protected natural areas (protected areas). However, currently there is insufficient development of the scientific and theoretical base in the field of architectural organization of tourist facilities in this area, especially taking into account the preservation and development of unique natural systems. Based on this, the purpose of the study is to identify methods of architectural design of ecotourism facilities in protected areas of the Kamchatka region. The objectives of the study are aimed at considering the specifics of local natural conditions. The methods used in scientific work are the analysis of tourist buildings with similar natural characteristics and the study of the influence of environmental factors on the architectural design of tourism facilities. The article considers the natural, climatic and landscape conditions of the Kamchatka Territory, such as various landforms, temperature conditions, precipitation and wind conditions depending on the part of the peninsula. In addition, examples of tourist buildings placed in the desired or similar natural conditions were studied. As a result of the study, various methods of architectural design of tourist buildings and structures in the protected areas of the region were identified, including means of forming a master plan of the complex, approaches to creating functional planning and spatial organization of structures, as well as the choice of effective design solutions and engineering technologies for the operation of facilities. It is concluded that the proposed methods of architectural design of buildings and complexes will contribute to the formation of eco-tourism facilities in the protected areas of the Kamchatka Territory, taking into account the preservation of the unique natural complexes of the region.

Research on the Optimization of Green Building Performance Based on BIM Technology

With the acceleration of urbanization, the construction industry has developed rapidly worldwide but has also brought serious environmental problems. Traditional architectural design methods often only focus on the function and beauty of the building while ignoring its impact on the environment. In addition, the lack of effective design and construction management methods also led to high resource and energy consumption. To overcome this challenge, the concept of green building came into being. Green buildings emphasize reducing the negative impact of buildings on the environment and improving resource utilization efficiency throughout the entire life cycle. BIM technology provides strong support for achieving this goal. Based on this, starting from the role of BIM technology in green building performance optimization, this article analyzes the optimization of green building performance solutions based on BIM technology in detail to promote the sustainable development of buildings.

Research on the Energy Consumption Influence Mechanism and Prediction for the Early Design Stage of University Public Teaching Buildings in Beijing

The public teaching buildings of universities have a large flow of people, high lighting requirements, and large energy consumption, which present significant potential for energy saving. The greatest opportunity for integrating “green” architectural design strategies lies in the design phase, especially the early stage of architectural design. However, current designers often rely on experience or qualitative judgment for decision-making. Thus, there is a pressing need for rational and quantitative green architectural design theories and techniques to guide and support decision-making for the design parameters of teaching buildings. This study, based on field surveys of 40 teaching buildings, constructs building archetypes regarding energy consumption including 28 typical values. Based on the “Rectangle”, “L”, “U”, and “Courtyard” archetypes, through batch energy consumption simulation and multiple regression methods, the influence mechanisms of nine energy consumption influencing factors on four types of building energy consumptions were explored, and energy consumption prediction models were derived. The findings of this research can serve as factor evaluation and selection in the early stage of architectural design for public teaching buildings at universities, and the prediction model can assist in the early estimation of energy consumption. This aims to enrich and supplement green architectural design methods by supporting the design of green public teaching buildings and providing reference and application for relevant engineering practices.

Mean squared error bound for learning-based multi-target localization and its application in learning network architecture design

The learning-based method has been widely applied in target localization. However, the performance of learning-based localization is mostly validated by simulation experiments and lacks theoretical analysis. In this paper, we investigate the performance of learning-based multi-target localization in a multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) radar system with widely separated antennas. A mean squared error bound (MSEB) for learning-based multi-target localization is derived, which contains all the system parameters, including radar-related parameters and learning network-related parameters. Therefore, the MSEB can be employed as the metric to optimize any parameter of interest, such as those associated with the learning network architecture, which is usually determined with the trial-and-error method by minimizing the training loss. Leveraging the MSEB, we can design the optimal learning network architecture which maximizes the testing performance and this optimal architecture can be obtained before training. Numerical results are presented to verify the correctness of the MSEB and effectiveness of the MSEB-based learning network architecture design method.

Optimization of landscape garden greening design based on multi objective genetic algorithm

This paper presents a novel approach to optimize landscape garden greening design using a multi-objective genetic algorithm (MOGA)[1]. Incorporating genetic algorithms into landscape architecture offers a promising avenue for efficiently navigating the complex and multidimensional design space inherent in green infrastructure projects. Through a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of existing literature, this study synthesizes key insights into the application of genetic algorithms in landscape design and identifies gaps for further exploration[2]. Leveraging the evolutionary process of genetic algorithms, our methodology focuses on simultaneously optimizing multiple objectives such as biodiversity conservation, aesthetic appeal, water efficiency, and ecosystem services provisioning[3]. By iteratively evolving and selecting landscape configurations based on fitness criteria derived from these objectives, the MOGA enables designers to explore a diverse range of design alternatives and identify Pareto-optimal solutions that balance competing priorities. The integration of genetic algorithms into landscape design facilitates an iterative and adaptive design process, allowing for the exploration of complex trade-offs and the generation of innovative design solutions. Through a case study application, we demonstrate the effectiveness of the MOGA approach in optimizing landscape garden greening designs, showcasing its potential to enhance sustainability, resilience, and functionality in urban green spaces. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on computational design methods in landscape architecture and provides valuable insights for practitioners and researchers seeking to leverage genetic algorithms for optimizing green infrastructure projects.