2024 A.I. for Healthy Spaces Compeition

AI Competition

Using Artificial Intelligence to Design Healthy Space

HEALTH HUB

KU Institute of Health & Wellness Spring 2024

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TEXT-TEXT NARRATIVE Personal/Prompt

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After asking ChatGPT for the description of architectural elements to be written in a format that another AI software would compute properly, the text was inputted do MidJourney

DESIGN ELEMENTS ChatGBT

Biophilic Design:

Restorative space

Sense of safety and security

Incorporate elements of nature like greenery or natural materials for a sense of restoration.

Ergonomic Seating:

Design chairs and seating areas that prioritize comfort and support for relaxation.

Sturdy Construction:

Ensure the furniture is well-built and durable to convey a sense of safety.

Visibility:

Design open and easily visible spaces to enhance feelings of security.

Soft Materials:

Refuge from stress

Utilize soft and comfortable materials for seating and surfaces to create a stress-free environment.

Modular Design:

Provide flexibility with modular furniture arrangements to adapt to different needs and reduce stress.

Lounge Areas:

Relax and refresh

Include lounge-style furniture to facilitate relaxation and unwinding.

Versatile Seating:

Design furniture that accommodates various postures for relaxation and refreshment.

Privacy Screens:

Solitude and quiet

Information source for healthcare services

Integrate privacy screens or dividers to create secluded spaces for quiet reflection.

Acoustic Furniture:

Use materials that absorb sound to minimize noise and create a quiet atmosphere.

Integrated Technology:

Incorporate technology like digital displays or touchscreens to provide information on healthcare services.

Branding and Signage:

Use furniture surfaces for displaying information related to health services.

Adjustable Furniture:

Respond to individual students needs

Design desks and chairs that are adjustable to accommodate different heights and preferences.

Personalized Spaces:

Allow for personalization through modular elements or customizable features.

THE RESULT

IMAGE-IMAGE / THE MISSING PIECES The Midjourney results are then re-imputed to blend with a case study for real -world context of inspiration obtained through research. The Pop -up Office Installation utilized posses what I believed was missing from AI’s imagination; the functional education piece.

MIDJOURNEY CREATIONS

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CASE STUDY

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POP-UP Office Installation / Dubbeldam Architecture + Design

Key Elements: - Mobility - Adaptability - Reconfigurable - Rapidly deployed

THE RESULT

IMAGE-TEXT / THE DETAILS Adobe Photoshop- Generative Fill

GENERATIVE FILL COMMANDS “Set in a college campus library”

“Change sign to say RESTORE” “Add a white privacy screen” “Add a seat cushion”

“Add a floating wooden desk”

CAN I USE AI TO BETTER DEFINE & DESIGN HEALTHY SPACES FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS? - REFLECTION While I acknowledge the utility of AI in crafting this health hub, I don’t consider it the ultimate tool for achieving the best architectural outcomes as a student. Each AI software I employed provided valuable insights into novel ways of imagining and conceptualizing. The initial stages of the process significantly enhanced my ability to conceptualize, pushing the boundaries beyond my typical ideas derived from research and case studies.

However, I eventually perceived AI as more of a distraction. When I ventured into using image-to-image AI alongside case studies, I became frustrated with its limitations in incorporating the real-life aspects I desired, such as implementing a desk, which seemed impossible.

This led to numerous attempts of re-inputting images in the hope of obtaining the desired output.

Upon transitioning to the image-to-text process, things became clearer. Photoshop’s new feature of generative fill stood out as the sole tool I plan to use in my workflow.

Its capability to bring specific details to life for renderings proved immensely satisfying. In conclusion, my iterative approach of inputting and re-inputting into the three AI programs seemed to be the most effective method in this creative process.