AI-Driven Building Architecture: Ethics, Sustainability and Optimization
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Abstract
The architectural sector is seeing a boom in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), motivated by its promise to improve sustainability and building efficiency. However, there is a scarcity of studies on ethical problems in AI-driven architectural methods. Data for this study were acquired from practising architects using a mixed methods approach that included questionnaires and interviews. The findings revealed an increased understanding of AI's potential but also prompted worries about its ability to replace human creativity and talent. The research also emphasized the need to carefully consider ethical concerns such as prejudice, transparency, and responsibility. Respondents were also concerned that AI might exacerbate current biases in the industry, notably regarding gender, race, and socioeconomic status. The research indicates that the incorporation of AI in the process of designing and building can enhance sustainability and building performance optimization in the architectural domain, regardless of these limitations. Architects can use the issues highlighted in the study to incorporate AI into their practice, ensuring ethical standards in technological advancements.
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