Algorithms & Aesthetics: Using Generative Design and AI tools to design Architecture, ft. Arka Works

Generative design and AI tools are already changing how architecture professionals test ideas, produce options and think about workflows.Stephen Drew speaks with Keir from Arka Works about AI, generative design, automation, Autodesk Forma, student projects and how architecture professionals can use emerging tools without losing their own judgement.The conversation covers: How AI and generative tools can support the design process Why open learning and shared workflows matter What automated planning tools can and cannot do How platforms like Autodesk Forma may connect specialist tools What students and candidates should show when using AI in projects ____▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyJsena0-Os📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/generative-design-ai-tools-architecture/Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:https://architecturesocial.com/The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:https://archademia.com/architecture-social/Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.____Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI and generative design 05:00 Where AI can add to the design process 10:00 Sharing tools, workflows and public learning 15:00 Design ego, authorship and how architects think 20:00 Automated planning tools and residential layouts 25:00 Platforms, Autodesk Forma and connecting specialist tools 30:00 What is really AI and what is useful automation 35:00 Advice for students using AI in projects 40:00 Career demand, skills and recruitment questions 45:00 CVs, portfolios and showing the right evidence