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3 articles for “architectural pedagogy”
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AI-Powered Architectural Ideation: From Sketch to Script
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining the landscape of architectural education by altering how students conceptualize, design, and execute their projects. As emerging technologies continue to permeate architecture, AI holds a central role in shaping future architectural pedagogy. The integration of AI in architectural studies has introduced new methodologies, facilitating complex design processes, sustainability assessments, and improved efficiency. This abstract explores how AI tools like generative design software, digital twins, and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Developing Design Sense in First-Year Architecture Students: A Pedagogical Approach to Basic Design
Abstract: This study explores the pedagogical significance of Basic Design Studios in shaping the foundational competencies of first-year architecture students. Serving as the foundation of architectural education, these studios cultivate essential skills in spatial awareness, creative thinking, and problem-solving. The research underscores how structured studio exercises, material explorations, and conceptual modeling collectively nurture an understanding of the interrelationship between space, form, and function. By emphasizing experiential and hands-on learning, students are …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Biophilic Design as a Bridge Between Applied Vastu and Contemporary Interior Design Practice in Urban Indian Residences
Abstract: The growing disconnect between urban Indian residents and the natural environment has prompted renewed interest in design strategies that restore human–nature connections within indoor spaces. This paper investigates the conceptual and practical convergence between biophilic design—a framework grounded in the innate human affinity for nature—and Vastu, the ancient Indian architectural science that prescribes spatial harmony through alignment with natural forces. Drawing on a qualitative review of existing literature, established biophilic …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 52–61 Read article