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		+	* An algorithm in architecture.
	* Artificial intelligence.		* Artificial intelligence.
	* Building information modelling.		* Building information modelling.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Generative (algorithmic) design is a design technique that takes a predetermined concept and quickly applies repetition to generate numerous possible solutions. Akin to traditional methods such as brainstorming or ‘napkin doodling’, generative design does not require technology, but in recent years, computers ~~are~~ often used to speed the application of algorithms and refine the process.	+	Generative design (or algorithmic design) is a design technique that takes a predetermined concept and quickly applies repetition to generate numerous possible solutions. Akin to traditional methods such as brainstorming or ‘napkin doodling’, generative design does not necessarily require technology, but in recent years, computers have often been used to speed the application of algorithms and refine the process.

	= History =		= History =

−	Generative design is not a new theory. Its origins are not ~~officially~~ documented, but it has been used since the 1970s as a way to approach complex design situations.	+	Generative design is not a new theory. Its origins are not clearly documented, but it has been used since the 1970s as a way to approach complex design situations.

	The demand for innovative solutions to design challenges has accelerated its adoption in architecture and construction. Improvements in affordable technology have also contributed to the growth of this design approach that can explore numerous possibilities in a relatively short period of time.		The demand for innovative solutions to design challenges has accelerated its adoption in architecture and construction. Improvements in affordable technology have also contributed to the growth of this design approach that can explore numerous possibilities in a relatively short period of time.
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−	Generative design uses computer aided design (CAD) software to build on a basic concept and output a stream of (~~and~~ possibly unconventional) alternatives. The designer then inputs predetermined requirements and parameters into the program to improve the set of possible results and generate different designs more in line with feasible approaches. These results are then evaluated in a way that allows the designer to discard concepts that don’t work and generate an optimal solution.	+	Generative design typically uses computer aided design (CAD) software to build on a basic concept and output a stream of (possibly unconventional) alternatives. The designer then inputs predetermined requirements and parameters into the program to improve the set of possible results and generate different designs more in line with feasible approaches. These results are then evaluated in a way that allows the designer to discard concepts that don’t work and generate an optimal solution.

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−	With CAD based version of generative design, the application of algorithms is automated, but it is up to the designer to evaluate the computer generated results and decide on the most precise option.	+	With CAD-based version of generative design, the application of algorithms is automated, but it is up to the designer to evaluate the computer generated results and decide on the most precise option.

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−	* Computer-generated imagery (CGI).	+
	* Computers in building design.		* Computers in building design.
	* Information and communications technology.		* Information and communications technology.

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−	Generative (algorithmic) design is a ~~creative~~ technique that takes a predetermined concept and quickly applies repetition to generate numerous possible ~~design results~~. Akin to traditional methods such as brainstorming or ‘napkin doodling’, generative design does not require technology, but computers ~~can be~~ used to speed the application of algorithms and refine the process.	+	Generative (algorithmic) design is a design technique that takes a predetermined concept and quickly applies repetition to generate numerous possible solutions. Akin to traditional methods such as brainstorming or ‘napkin doodling’, generative design does not require technology, but in recent years, computers are often used to speed the application of algorithms and refine the process.

	= History =		= History =

−	Generative design is not a new theory. Its origins are not officially documented, but it has been used since the 1970s as a way to approach complex design situations. The demand for innovative solutions to design challenges has accelerated its adoption in architecture and construction. Improvements in affordable technology have also contributed to the growth of this design approach that can explore numerous possibilities in a relatively short period of time.	+	Generative design is not a new theory. Its origins are not officially documented, but it has been used since the 1970s as a way to approach complex design situations.
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		+	The demand for innovative solutions to design challenges has accelerated its adoption in architecture and construction. Improvements in affordable technology have also contributed to the growth of this design approach that can explore numerous possibilities in a relatively short period of time.

	= How generative design works =		= How generative design works =
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	The process includes the following steps:		The process includes the following steps:

−	# Generation	+	# Generation.
−	# Analysis	+	# Analysis.
−	# Evaluation	+	# Evaluation.
−	# Evolution	+	# Evolution.
−	# Exploration	+	# Exploration.
−	# Adoption	+	# Adoption.

−	~~Since~~ the ~~process is explored through the use~~ of ~~CAD to apply~~ algorithms~~, the computational details are~~ automated~~. However~~, it is ~~essentially~~ up to the designer to evaluate the results and decide on the most precise option.	+	With CAD based version of generative design, the application of algorithms is automated, but it is up to the designer to evaluate the computer generated results and decide on the most precise option.

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	* Computer aided design CAD.		* Computer aided design CAD.
	* Computer-generated imagery (CGI).		* Computer-generated imagery (CGI).
−	* Construction Operations Building Information Exchange.
−	* Computer aided manufacturing.
−	* Computer numerical control.
	* Computers in building design.		* Computers in building design.
	* Information and communications technology.		* Information and communications technology.

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= Introduction =

Generative (algorithmic) design is a creative technique that takes a predetermined concept and quickly applies repetition to generate numerous possible design results. Akin to traditional methods such as brainstorming or ‘napkin doodling’, generative design does not require technology, but computers can be used to speed the application of algorithms and refine the process.

= History =

Generative design is not a new theory. Its origins are not officially documented, but it has been used since the 1970s as a way to approach complex design situations. The demand for innovative solutions to design challenges has accelerated its adoption in architecture and construction. Improvements in affordable technology have also contributed to the growth of this design approach that can explore numerous possibilities in a relatively short period of time.

= How generative design works =

Generative design uses computer aided design (CAD) software to build on a basic concept and output a stream of (and possibly unconventional) alternatives. The designer then inputs predetermined requirements and parameters into the program to improve the set of possible results and generate different designs more in line with feasible approaches. These results are then evaluated in a way that allows the designer to discard concepts that don’t work and generate an optimal solution.

The process includes the following steps:

# Generation
# Analysis
# Evaluation
# Evolution
# Exploration
# Adoption

Since the process is explored through the use of CAD to apply algorithms, the computational details are automated. However, it is essentially up to the designer to evaluate the results and decide on the most precise option.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Artificial intelligence.
* Building information modelling.
* Computer aided design CAD.
* Computer-generated imagery (CGI).
* Construction Operations Building Information Exchange.
* Computer aided manufacturing.
* Computer numerical control.
* Computers in building design.
* Information and communications technology.
* Rapid prototyping.

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