AI synthetic video brings a new dimension to the design process - Time.
In the past I have explored integrating the dimension of time into my design work, but I never anticipated the idea of "design" becoming a generative process involving a plethora of animated concept images. And now, with a few words, and the click of a button, a 4D design process is upon us.
It's gluttonous. It's ungoverned. And there's no good precedent for facilitating these emergent processes in academia or in practice. Everyone is scrambling, attempting to give purpose to these new tools. In times like these, it's important to assess our trajectory, to ensure we're heading in a positive direction.
We're in the midst of some radical shifts in architectural design and documentation workflows. It should fascinate you to realize that in your lifetime, you will experience a similar shift in the industry that previous generations experienced with the transition from physical to digital workflows.
Images created in Midjourney
Video created in Luma AI
Hey everyone - In some upcoming videos I'll be focusing on an emergent approach for designing and documenting componentized architectural systems. This research will experiment with AI and machine learning applications to assist in segmenting architectural/structural models for large scale 3D printing.
If you've been following this channel, you've probably heard me discuss this growing typology of making architecture. This year, I'd like to make significant progress on this approach, and encourage anyone who is interested in rewriting the standard for designing, documenting, fabricating and assembling architecture to chime in to help shape this new branch of practicing architecture, which is inevitably on the horizon.
Proud to see my design come to life. AI images are fun, but understanding how to design and construct complex building geometry is even more rewarding.
Techniques for assembling curvilinear forms are evolving based on new technologies and building systems, but as architects we must secure our place in guiding those changes to facilitate the fabrication of our visions.
That's a wordy way of saying we need to stay at the forefront of evolving architectural design and construction technologies.
It's a strange workflow - Combining descriptive words together to create architectural imagery.
For designers, this new process emphasizes one's understanding and experience associating words with images; but even more interesting is imagining how we'll teach younger generations to learn these associations.
Words evoke emotion, and by combining words we describe experiences. Perhaps phenomenology is more applicable in a world where design is prompted by reverse engineering experiences and emotions into plug-and-play word groupings...
A modern minimalist home design, living space, ambient lighting, natural daylight, cinematic, luxurious, casual, inviting, comfortable, plants, cozy, large windows
Some Midjourney explorations that are very reminiscent of explorations in Maya circa 2006.
The fluid forms were enticing, but the subdivisions and geometric patterning was even more fascinating. It hinted at tectonics, segmentation and componentization, which promoted thoughts of fabrication and construction.
Some amazing installations were built by architects/artists of that era. If interested, check out the work of Marc Fornes of Theverymany. His work was very influential during my academic career.
Consistent design across multiple view types using Midjourney is still tedious process…
Working on concept designs in Midjourney for Icon's Initiative 99 Competition. Check out my latest tutorials/sessions under the "Live" tab to see the progress. A new pre-recorded live video will be posted today, and I'm working on another video showing an AI tool capable of generating multiple views from a single image.
Hey Everyone - If you're interested in starting your own architecture or design practice, I'll be posting videos on my company page @coorlasarchitecture showing behind-the-scenes of running a small business. Here's the latest video on the basics of wood framing, and methods for modeling stud walls, roof rafters, and other components in Revit:
Last Minute Announcement: I'm speaking on a panel discussion today, Wednesday September 20th, 2023 @ 1:30 PM (CST). Use the link below to register for free and gain access via Zoom:
"The Future of Architecture"
zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcucuuorT0rHtzqPy83Ulow5…
Let's talk details.
Architectural details are about intersections between distinct building systems, and each intersection requires a unique solution. While AI technology expands deeper into all disciplines we can expect to see specific tasks such as detailing become a generative process linked to manufacturer's products.
By integrating image segmentation technology into this process, we can identify distinct components within an image, inpaint manufacturer's products and callout details that negotiate the intersections between distinct systems.
Unique infilling elements can be 3D printed or robotically assembled to negotiate novel marriages between distinct systems. This is a form of Raster Architecture.
Welcome to Architecture for Thought
We explore emergent technologies and philosophies that drive the discipline of architecture toward a more efficient, honest and earth-friendly practice. We focus on Digital Fabrication, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, and Material Ecology in relation to Design, 3D Printing and Architectural Theory. Our research aims to encourage new methods of practice by challenging current standards and typologies within design, architecture, and construction industries.
Architecture for Thought is hosted by Stephen Coorlas, a licensed architect and owner of Coorlas Architecture PLLC, a boutique Design & Architecture studio in Chicago, IL. Stephen attended the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) in Spain and was trained in advanced design and digital fabrication technologies. This training was essential to his prior professional career as Design Director of several international architecture firms.