Supporting Exploration of Design Alternatives using Multivariate Analysis Algorithms
Rusne Šileryte (TU Delft - Design Informatics)
Antonio D'Aquilio (TU Delft - Design Informatics)
D. Di Stefano (ESTECO SpA)
Ding Yang (South China University of Technology, TU Delft - Design Informatics)
Michela Turrin (South China University of Technology, TU Delft - Design Informatics)
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Abstract
Parametric modelling allows quick generation of a large number of design alternatives. Ultimately, it can be combined with optimization algorithms for obtaining optimal performance-driven design. However, setup of design space for optimization is a very complex task requiring designer’s a priori knowledge and experience. Therefore, this paper focuses on the process that happens before the optimization. It proposes to use multivariate analysis algorithms for exploring and understanding the relations between various design parameters, after sampling the design space. Additionally, portrayal of geometry is
introduced as an extension of conventional visualization methods, which accounts for evaluation of ill-defined design criteria by using designer’s expertise. The proposed method is computationally efficient and integrated into an environment familiar to architects. It relies on multivariate analysis algorithms together with database querying capabilities and an interactive dashboard developed for geometry portrayal.