by Serjoscha Duering | Sep 20, 2019 | Spatial Synthesis, Urban Analysis, Urban Simulation
Data Augmented Urban Renewal in Uzbekistan Introduction In a joint project with the World Bank, Superwien Architects and the Austrian Institute of Technology, our integrated simulation framework was used in the urban renewal process for two medium sized cities in...
by Serjoscha Duering | Sep 20, 2019 | Design Exploration, Urban Analysis, Urban Simulation
Quantitative urban masterplan evaluation Introduction Relying on the framework described in more detail here, this posts outlines it’s potential application for comparatively analyzing masterplan proposals, typical for urban design competitions, and deriving...
by Serjoscha Duering | Jul 25, 2019 | Adaptive Masterplans, Spatial Synthesis, Urban Simulation
Interactive generative design and multi-objective optimization The first video shows the set-up and process of optimizing a simple parametric design for an neighborhood. The algorithm takes five fitness objectives into account: Solar comfort on the streets (weighted...
by Angelos Chronis | May 29, 2019 | Urban Analysis, Urban Simulation
Wind Flow Prediction through Machine Learning One of the most difficult to assess aspects of urban performance has traditionally been the wind flow around buildings, whether that is thought of as an indicator of pedestrian comfort and safety, natural ventilation or...
by Angelos Chronis | Apr 11, 2019 | Urban Analysis, Urban Simulation
Solar Radiation Prediction through Machine Learning What if we were able to evaluate our designs in real time? Would it change the way we actually approach design or the way we construct and occupy buildings and neighborhoods? Performance optimization studies have...
by Theresa Fink | Mar 14, 2019 | Urban Simulation
Spatial Resilience Toolbox For the existing situation and future scenarios Urban development projects in flood-prone areas are usually complex tasks where failures can cause disatrous outcomes. To tackle this problem, we introduce a Spatial Resilience Tool (SRTF) to...
