Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Building Development
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction Management, and Computers & Digitization".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (30 July 2024) | Viewed by 10971
Special Issue Editors
2. Lisbon School of Architecture, Universidade de Lisboa, Rua Sá Nogueira, Polo Universitário do Alto da Ajuda, 1349-063 Lisbon, Portugal
Interests: bioclimatic design; passive design; sustainable architecture; building energy retrofit; building energy simulation; heritage buildings; NZEB; construction technology
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Interests: building physics; environmental comfort; building energy models (BEM); building energy simulation (BES); Internet of Things (IoT); digital twins (BEM + BES + IoT)
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Interests: architecture; construction; sustainability; interdisciplinary design; parametric design; energy saving
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Interests: architecture; energy; computation; sustainability; building energy modeling; building information modeling; algorithmic design; parametric design; urbanism; design
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Interests: technology of architecture; construction systems’ innovation; sustainable building materials; eco-efficiency; environmental impact assessment; life cycle assessment; life cycle thinking; design for disassembling; design for re-manufacturing; design for reuse; embodied energy; lightweight building materials; architectural membranes; technical textiles for buildings
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In a world powered by artificial intelligence (AI), urban planning, neighbourhood revitalisation, tactical urbanism, community-led initiatives, transit-oriented development (TOD), green infrastructure, historic preservation districts, pocket parks, complete streets, micro-mobility solutions, local business support, and city management are undergoing a transformative revolution. Cities are increasingly becoming more efficient, sustainable, and liveable.
AI empowers urban managers and policymakers, equipping them with data-driven insights from extensive datasets encompassing all facets of a city's comprehensive societal ecosystem, ranging from traffic patterns to the demographics of community well-being. This augmented understanding enables the optimisation of land utilisation, implementation of sustainable practices, and improved resource management, ultimately fostering the development of resilient and thriving cities.
AI is an indispensable ally in today's architectural, engineering, and construction landscape, providing transformative support across the entire building lifecycle. From design to decommissioning, AI enhances architectural design, streamlines construction operations, optimises energy efficiency and occupant comfort, proactively maintains systems, and guides sustainable decommissioning. This comprehensive AI integration ensures buildings stay dynamic, efficient, and sustainable throughout their entire lifecycle.
AI aids architects in creating visually appealing and structurally sound designs, streamlines construction operations, enhances safety, and improves efficiency. As buildings enter their operational phase, AI ensures energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Predictive analytics prevent disruptions during maintenance and decommissioning, and AI guides sustainable strategies. This comprehensive AI support empowers professionals to deliver aesthetically pleasing, structurally robust, efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective buildings from inception to retirement.
This Special Issue explores AI's profound impact on urban development, city planning, building design, construction, maintenance, and energy efficiency. It offers a glimpse into a future wherein AI guides us towards more sustainable, efficient, and remarkable cities and structures.
The proposed Special Issue addresses the following research fields:
- AI in architectural design;
- AI-powered engineering solutions;
- Construction industry advancements with AI;
- Sustainable building design with AI;
- Structural engineering and AI;
- AI-assisted building construction;
- Building maintenance automation with AI;
- AI in infrastructure planning;
- Urban development with AI-driven construction;
- Resource optimisation in civil engineering with AI;
- AI for sustainable building practices;
- Reducing GHG emissions through AI-enhanced energy efficiency.
Dr. Carlos C. Duarte
Dr. Nuno D. Cortiços
Dr. Anna Stefańska
Dr. Daniel Mateus
Dr. Carol Monticelli
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- artificial intelligence
- smart buildings
- smart urban grids
- adaptive design
- RES systems
- building automation and maintenance
- machine learning
- smart construction
- sustainable design
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