Modernising Engineering Design Processes with Computational Tools for Architecture

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, NYC 2024Presentation AbstractThis presentation explores our innovative approach to converting traditional design tools and workflows into comprehensive computational systems that enable automation, optimisation, and efficient data handling. Focusing on a complex but outdated tool for designing refrigeration systems, we established robust standards and methodologies for this transformation. By analysing existing tools, spreadsheets, and workflows in collaboration with discipline experts, we derived logical frameworks and mapped every operation and data variable into a graph database. This process ensures modular function reuse and comprehensive tracking of variable usage throughout the tools. The presentation will highlight our methodologies, the resulting standards, and the significant advancements in design automation and optimisationSpeaker BioSean Turner, P.E., serves as the Director of Innovation at Henderson Engineers. In this role, Sean spearheads innovation initiatives, representing cutting-edge advancements to clients and partners while overseeing internal innovation projects. He devises novel approaches to building systems design aimed at delivering high-performance, data-driven, optimised projects. His efforts are focused on enhancing efficiency and engagement for project teams, ensuring a streamlined and effective design process.Dauphin Flores is a Lead Computational Engineer within the Innovation Department at Henderson Engineers and the director of this project. Dauphin has played a pivotal role in the development of various computational tools at Henderson. His expertise in computational engineering drives the advancement of design automation and optimisation, significantly contributing to the firm’s innovative capabilities and technical excellenceCDFAM Computational Design Symposium series brings together leading experts in computational design from industry, academia and software development for two days of knowledge sharing and networking. Visit CDFAM.COM to learn about upcoming events around the world. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.designforam.com