ARC3725H S
Instructor: Matthew Spremulli
Meeting Section: L0101
Wednesday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Generative design is a definitive shift in the practice of how to conceptualize, design, and build. At its core, generative design is a strategy that augments human capabilities and leverages the power of computation for guided design iteration. The practice leverages algorithms and automation while closely coupling design logic with explicit and measurable goals. The tools that support this emerging practice can be leveraged to either optimize or explore a vast design - space with the assistance of AI. The course will introduce Generative Design specifically as it applies Urban Design, Architecture and Landscape - including the concepts, workflows, and toolkit needed to incorporate GD studies into design practice.

This course will be a mixed format between theoretical seminar and computation and communications workshop. A combination of theory and technical skills will ground students with a conceptual background while also providing hands-on experience through the creation of experimental GD studies. There will be an emphasis on how to communicate and visually represent the use of AI in design with different audiences. Students will work in pairs on a variety of projects including thinking exercises, reading reviews, generative design experiments and visual communications. Technical support will be in the form of both in class lectures and a series of optional workshops