AI in Architecture
Course Number: Arch 490 – 02
Professor info: Alphonso Peluso
E-Mail: peluso@iit.edu
Syllabus: Arch 490-02_Ai_In_Architecture_SP25_Syllabus
Course Description:
The AI Artificial Intelligence in Architecture course is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the applications and implications of artificial intelligence in the field of architecture. This course explores how AI technologies can enhance and revolutionize architectural design, planning, and construction processes. Throughout the course, students will delve into the fundamental concepts and theories underlying artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning. They will examine various AI algorithms, techniques, and tools that can be employed in architectural practice. Students will also gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art AI software and platforms used in the architecture industry.
Coursework
Class-01:
Intro – Subscribe to MidJourney
MidJourney Interface
Floating Planes exercise
MJ Parameter –no
AI Definition of the Week:
AI _ Artificial Intelligence
https://www.heinz.cmu.edu/media/2023/July/artificial-intelligence-explained
https://builtin.com/artificial-intelligence
AI Architect of the Week:
Ila Colombo
https://www.instagram.com/ilacolombo.ai/
https://www.ilacolombo.com/portfolio
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_01
Videos:
Class-02:
MJ Prompt Weights _ Figure Ground Studies
MJ Parameter –style (raw)
MJ Parameter –style or –s (0-1000)(default 100)
AI Definition of the Week:
ML _ Machine Learning
https://www.ibm.com/topics/machine-learning
https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-to-matter/machine-learning-explained
AI Architect of the Week:
Neil Leach
https://www.instagram.com/neilleach14/
https://www.instagram.com/ai_thought_for_the_day/
https://www.digitalfutures.world/
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_02
Videos:
Class 03:
MJ Image Prompts _ Light Types
Chiaroscuro, Low-Key, High-Key, Back Lighting
Volumetric, Soft Light, Fog
Google Search: Movie Light Types
AI Definition of the Week:
NN – Neural Network
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmmW0F0biz0
https://aws.amazon.com/what-is/neural-network/
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/neural-networks-a-beginners-guide/
AI Architect of the Week:
Maria Vieru
https://www.instagram.com/mariavierudesign/
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_03
Videos:
Class 04:
MJ Aspect Ratios _ Film Types
https://filmcolors.org/
AI Definition of the Week:
DL _ Deep Learning
https://aws.amazon.com/what-is/deep-learning
https://www.pcmag.com/news/what-is-deep-learning
AI Architect of the Week:
Kaveh Najafian
Pearls_Magazine
https://www.instagram.com/contingency_plans/
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_04
Videos:
Class 05:
AI Definitions of the Week:
LLM – Large Language Model
https://aws.amazon.com/what-is/neural-network/
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/neural-networks-a-beginners-guide/
GAN – Generative adversarial network
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpMIssRdhco
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Generative_adversarial_network
https://www.technologyreview.com/2018/02/21/145289/the-ganfather-the-man-whos-given-machines-the-gift-of-imagination/
AI Architect of the Week:
Maria Dudkina
https://www.instagram.com/sunt_mrr/
https://parametric-architecture.com/maria-dudkina-blends-classic-and-contemporary-architecture-harmoniously/
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_05_Midterm_SP25
Videos:
Class 06:
Work in Class
Class 07:
Work in Class
Class 08:
Midterm Presentation
Class 09:
RunPod _ Stable Diffusion Basics
DM _ Diffusion Models
AI Definition of the Week:
DM _ Diffusion Models
https://encord.com/blog/diffusion-models/
https://kailashahirwar.medium.com/a-very-short-introduction-to-diffusion-models-a84235e4e9ae
AI Architect of the Week:
Jose Luis Perez Hermo
https://www.instagram.com/p/CwX9PHlIZGW/?img_index=1
https://parametric-architecture.com/jose-luis-perez-hermo-uses-ai-to-reimagine-famous-architectural-sketches/
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_06
Videos:
Class 10:
Stable Diffusion ControlNet_Canny
MH – Machine Hallucinations
AI Definition of the Week:
MH – Machine Hallucinations
Short Video
Video: Artist Insight: Refik Anadol | Machine Hallucination
https://www.ibm.com/topics/ai-hallucinations
https://zapier.com/blog/ai-hallucinations/
AI Architect of the Week:
Hera Kim
https://www.instagram.com/tinkertailorart/
https://parametric-architecture.com/an-artistic-fusion-of-nature-and-ai-flower-inspired-facades-by-hera-kim/
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_07
Videos:
Class 11:
Stable Diffusion Basics using Comfy UI Interface
ContolNet
Adobe Premiere Video Editing 1
CV – Computer Vision
AI Definition of the Week:
CV – Computer Vision
https://www.ibm.com/topics/computer-vision
https://towardsdatascience.com/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-computer-vision
AI Architect of the Week:
Ricardo Orts (Ulises Studio)
https://www.instagram.com/ulises.studio/
https://www.designboom.com/architecture/floating-fantasies-social-spaces-river-seine
Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_08
Videos:
FINAL ASSIGNMENT
Final Assignment:
AI_In_Arch_Assignment_09_Final_SP25
Final Assignment Workflow Video: