Raw ideas will always be born out of the needs of those commissioning new buildings. When we extract data from these ideas we form the constraints and foundation for a computational or BIM (building information model) approach. This allows us to identify the key decision factors, and visualize them both as mathematical data and geometry within real-time render engines. This future of real-time decision making is the product of technological innovation and the bones of a "Digital Twin". Data-driven design is different from designing to have an efficient plan or to meet BOMA goals because in the latter case, the geometry is attempting to meet a criterion through an iterative process of trial and error. Data driven design will have geometry react to data and be inherently confined to it. This is like seeing a dashboard of data visualization – the graphic story can be expressed in many creative ways but the graphics themselves are confined to represent the data. As we continue to mature, data visualization will become a paramount skill.
Aubrey Tucker is the Director of Innovation and Technology for ETRO Construction, where he offers a focused and thoughtful approach to innovative research, implementation and application of technology across businesses to create efficiencies and amplify the power of ETRO’s people. He is an Enabler, Technologist, International BIM Speaker, University Lecturer and Revit Expert with an extensive career with skyscrapers, hospitals, schools, airports and technology.
Raw ideas will always be born out of the needs of those commissioning new buildings. When we extract data from these ideas we form the constraints and foundation for a computational or BIM (building information model) approach. This allows us to identify the key decision factors, and visualize them both as mathematical data and geometry within real-time render engines. This future of real-time decision making is the product of technological innovation and the bones of a "Digital Twin". Data-driven design is different from designing to have an efficient plan or to meet BOMA goals because in the latter case, the geometry is attempting to meet a criterion through an iterative process of trial and error. Data driven design will have geometry react to data and be inherently confined to it. This is like seeing a dashboard of data visualization – the graphic story can be expressed in many creative ways but the graphics themselves are confined to represent the data. As we continue to mature, data visualization will become a paramount skill.
