A Building Can Perform Well and Still Feel Wrong
Today, architects can measure buildings in more detail than ever before. We can calculate energy use, daylight, temperature, structure, cost, circulation, and …
Essays
Essays and notes on architecture, computation, and design cognition.
BIM Represents Buildings Better Than It Represents Design Intent
BIM is very good at describing buildings. A BIM model can store dimensions, materials, quantities, systems, and technical data. It can also help architects …
Intuition and Algorithm in Harmony: Architects in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
The rise of AI in architecture raises a critical question: How do we merge the intuitive intelligence built over years of practice with the logic of …
The Importance of Critiquing BIM in the Architecture World: Fostering Open-Mindedness for Advancement
As an architect and daily user of Building Information Modeling (BIM), I am the first to admit its tremendous value. It has undeniably revolutionized how we …
Bridging the Gap: Balancing Tradition and Innovation in the Digital Church
We live in a world that changes fast. With technology advancing every day, the church faces a unique challenge: how do we respond? Do we resist the tide, or do …
Understanding Game Age Ratings: Protecting Children from Inappropriate Content
A lot of parents worry about the games their children play. They are often afraid that some games might not be suitable for their kid’s age. But actually, …
Church and Virtual Reality: Exploring the Intersection
It feels like every time we blink, the world moves a little faster. Technology has fundamentally shifted how we learn, how we work, and how we talk to each …
Exploring the Techniques of Generative Design
Generative design is often talked about as a single concept, but in reality, it is a collection of distinct mathematical and computational techniques. For …
Computational Thinking in Architectural Design Process
The use of computers in the field of architectural design initially only involved digitizing tasks that were traditionally done manually. Computer-based …