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Can immersive experiences transform how we understand and participate in urban planning? Read Below 👇 This is FuturePortals, a project that creatively merges urban policy, design, and emerging technologies to map out future scenarios for Barcelona. This endeavor, a collaborative effort with Sophie M., an EU policy expert now exploring how to shape futures more creatively at IAAC/Elisava, has brought a fresh perspective to the policy-making process. Sophie and I have been focused on harnessing the potential of generative AI to offer policymakers and citizens alike a visual and interactive glimpse into the possible outcomes of implementing various urban policies. Our aim with FuturePortals is to make the abstract tangible—allowing users to experience immersive 360-degree visions of how initiatives like the EU’s Green Deal could transform urban life. We debuted FuturePortals at last month's Design Dialogues 2 event, where we presented several simulations based on some of my favorite foresight methodologies. These included policy programs from ongoing EU strategies such as the Renovation Wave and the Circular Economy Action Plan, projected right onto the streets of Barcelona. Participants could virtually step into several speculative futures, each grounded in different policy decisions. While still in the pilot phase, we are excited about refining the integration of interactive feedback mechanisms to enhance the accuracy and relevance of our simulations. The project's evolution is geared towards not only improving the simulations but also expanding its application to broader urban and policy contexts. Check out the project and dive into the potential futures of Barcelona through this link: https://lnkd.in/dKhJV3_f #FuturePortals #UrbanInnovation #DesignDialogues #TechnologyInPolicyMaking #CivicTech #AI #ImmersiveExperiences #EmergentFutures #GovTech #Mobility #StrategicForesight #FutureScenarios #FutureScenarioArchetypes #TechForTomorrow Your feedback and thoughts are invaluable as we continue to evolve this project. Please feel free to connect and share your insights!

How can we use virtual tools to improve urban planning? 🏙 💡 We recently hosted an event together with Standortförderung Baselland to which we invited around 60 spatial planners, architects and technologists to explore the possibilities of #virtual #urbanplanning. On the square in front of our studio, visitors were able to experience the AIRE platform (developed by iart) and immerse themselves in future scenarios on a 1:1 scale with the help of extended reality glasses. In dialogue with an #AI agent, they could access further information about the location and the construction project and were able to change the plans in real time using voice or gesture recognition. In the subsequent panel discussion, Thomas Waltert (cantonal planner at the Canton of Basel-Landschaft), Philipp Sostmann (PwC Switzerland), Tobias Matter (Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts), Yves Diacon (HRS Real Estate) and Valentin Benjamin Spiess (iart) examined the possibilities and challenges of the technology from different perspectives. The discussion was moderated by angelika hinterbrandner. 📹 We have compiled a few important statements in this video. It was an exciting evening - many thanks to everyone who took the time to participate! #ai #xr #extendedreality #urbanplanning #urbandesign #participation

Our Managing Director, Kolawole Ojeyomi, RIBA ARB MRIAI MNIA, took to the stage at Cityscape Global today, joining Dr. Carmelo Zappulla and Luciano Landaeta to discuss the transformative power of AI and AR in spatial design. He explored how AI-driven systems are reshaping architecture, empowering architects with dynamic tools to visualise, test, and refine ideas in ways that enhance both creativity and efficiency. AI is enabling a data-driven approach, facilitating immersive experiences that not only bring concepts to life but also push creative boundaries. He also highlighted how multidisciplinary teams leverage collective intelligence, combining diverse expertise in AI, architecture, and design to tackle challenges from multiple perspectives. This collaboration drives innovation and creates spaces that are both functional and inspiring. Kola’s insights underscored AI’s role in redefining architecture and how multidisciplinary approaches unlock new opportunities for design, fostering spaces that resonate deeply with users. #AI #Architecture #Innovation #CityscapeGlobal #DesignTech #ImmersiveDesign #Collaboration #CollectiveIntelligence #Future_of_Living Jerry Ryan João Ornelas Ayna Azhigali

Okay, this is an AI-generated image of a modern biophilic design inside an airport ✈️🌿. Here´s the caption: "Bringing nature into the heart of travel. This moss installation transforms airport spaces into serene retreats, creating a calming experience for travelers. Discover how biophilic design enhances the journey. Sometimes, to express your vision, you don’t have to spend hours of work or a lot of money to capture someone’s attention 💡. All the AI tools now available, gives us an amazing power to create something. Where do you think we, as humans, will be in the next few years? AI is taking giant leaps forward, yet schools just can’t keep pace to prepare our children for the world they’ll live in 10 years from now 📈🌐. One thing I’m certain of is this: our connection with nature is essential for all human beings 🌳💚. No AI or AR will ever replace the depth, peace, and grounding that true nature brings to our lives. It’s something fundamentally human—a part of us that technology can enhance but never truly replicate. #AirportDesign #LuxuryGreenSpaces #NatureInArchitecture"

Cumulus Budapest 2024 – P/References of Design I have been invited to speak on Data as Medium, in relation to research on the relationship between digital technology and urban environments at Cumulus - P/References of Design hosted by MOME Post-Cadastral Determinism – Unravelling Urban Cartographies, Valuation, Behaviour and Decision-Making in Realtime. The ‘Post-Cadastral’ condition establishes and explores a domain of urban and architectural invention – a city’s imminent escape from cadastral space, embracing virtual realms and digital ubiquity. It is concerned with the hyper-reality of virtual space as mooring of invisible cultural, economic, and societal forces. The domain of research operates at limits of material and spatial practice, integrating the physical, the virtual and holographic; and engaging with real-time, urban data analytics, simulation, gamification, techno-cultural discourse and narrative, AI, and generative techniques. The research explores the convergence of augmented urban infrastructures and services, delineating the interwoven threads of value generation (value capture), behavioural shifts, and performance metrics. It unpacks the emergent paradigm where cities, unleashed from historical cartographic constraints, traverse fluid territories shaped by the synergistic forces of digital evaluations and algorithmic orchestration. In this epochal shift, urban spaces transmute into arenas where cadastral limitations yield to an amorphous terrain of digital augmentation and evolving spatial imaginaries. This talk will discuss the intricate interplay of web-centric reviews, ratings, comments, and AI-driven algorithms that organise a departure from conventional urban spatiality – a city abstracted by search terms and contained in the comments sections and sorted by popularity. (Cover video produced for The Temporal City, RMIT Architecture) RMIT University Cumulus Association #data #ai #urbanism #realtime #architecture RMIT Europe MOME Budapest RMIT College of Design and Social Context

What are the potential impacts of [Urban] AI on the design sector? Some imagine a future where AI achieves full autonomy, independently creating groundbreaking designs. Others highlight AI's potential to foster greater engagement with underrepresented challenges in design—such as settlements from the Global South—and the role of "more-than-human" agents in large-scale urban development. For most designers, however, AI is seen primarily as a tool that enhances human creativity by automating repetitive tasks, enabling designers to focus on innovation. As we stand at the crossroads of technology and creativity, Urban AI raises pressing questions about balancing technological advancements with human agency in shaping the cities of tomorrow. Join us for the final episode of Designing Cities for All on November 25, 2024, at Pakhuis de Zwijger with our guests Babusi Nyoni Mayra Kapteijn Roni Bulent Ozel Registration possible via this link: https://lnkd.in/erBR2Yk7 Kaan Hiçyılmaz Faezeh Mohammadi Senanur Yaman İrem Özdarendeli Carissa Champlin Mert Akay Play the City Tomasz Jaskiewicz

🎨✨ AI: Breathing Life into Visionary Designs! 🤖💡 ✨🎨 Welcome to Project Coral Freedome – where AI meets architectural imagination to transform static visuals into dynamic experiences 🌊🏙️. Imagine a world where technology brings architectural designs to life, allowing us to step into future cities, interact with nature-inspired spaces, and see how they might impact our lives in real-time. 🌿📽️ Through the power of AI visualization tools, we can now bring structures like The Coral Freedome to life! From cycling through sun-drenched arches to witnessing the vibrant community interactions, AI helps us explore these concepts before they even exist. 🚴♀️🌅 What AI can do: - Immersive experiences: AI adds life and movement to static designs, giving a real-time glimpse into their potential 🌟. - Enhanced creativity: Architects and designers can push boundaries by exploring new ideas with AI-generated environments🛠️🤩. - Community engagement: AI lets people from all walks of life experience these designs firsthand, sparking conversations and new possibilities 👥🌐. The future of architecture and urban planning has never been more exciting, with AI unlocking possibilities we never thought possible. Imagine a city where you can visualize change before it happens! 🌱🏗️ 💡 Question for you: How do you think AI will shape the way we design and experience our cities in the future? #AIInDesign #FutureOfAI #AIArchitecture #UrbanInnovation #DigitalTransformation #SmartCities #ArchitecturalVisualization #InteractiveDesign #AIArt #SustainableDesign #SmartUrbanSpaces #CoralFreedome #TechMeetsNature #InnovationThroughAI #DesignThinking #ImmersiveTech 🌐✨

AI and sustainability in real estate: building a greener future Imagine a vibrant, eco-friendly cityscape where every building represents more than just a place to live or work – it's a symbol of sustainability and innovation. This is the future we're forging through the integration of artificial intelligence in real estate. Picture bustling neighborhoods once defined by traditional buildings, now transformed into thriving, sustainable environments. AI has revolutionized these structures into more than mere edifices; they are now pioneering sustainability. Smart sensors continuously monitor air quality, adjusting ventilation to ensure a healthy indoor environment while minimizing energy consumption. This technological advancement isn't just futuristic; it's essential for reducing our global carbon footprint. The impact of these innovations extends far beyond the buildings themselves. By optimizing energy usage, we contribute to the conservation of natural resources and the preservation of our planet for future generations. This responsibility is paramount, and artificial intelligence serves as a crucial ally in achieving our sustainability goals. However, the journey toward greener buildings requires collaboration among technological innovators, visionary urban planners, and dedicated policymakers. Together, we are forging a future where technology and sustainability converge seamlessly – where each building serves as a positive contribution to our global environment. Let's embrace this challenge and transform every community into a testament to sustainable living #AI #sustainability #realestate #greenbuildings #innovation

Artificial Intelligence offers thrilling new challenges and opportunities for designing human experiences. In an AI-powered Smart City, the connection between a building’s form and function can radically shift. Imagine a school not as a single building but as a dynamic service utilizing the city’s resources, similar to models in Finland. If buildings become flexible infrastructures for dynamic purposes, how do we create distinct identities and atmospheres? What will buildings in an AI-orchestrated city look like, and how do we design them? As the separation of function from physical form occurs, our environments must be open to interpretation while offering unique, irreplaceable experiences. — The above is the premise of my 2017 UCLA XLab studio and the photos are from our 1994 physical model of the Arabianranta urban development in Helsinki by the Ocean group. The model is still in our studio. Back then, we envisioned more dynamic ways of designing, programming, and building cities. As fate would have it, these ideas are now becoming both relevant and realizable. #ai #urbandesign #architecture #designinghumanexperiences #sotamaa #research