Building on a previously presented theoretical model for the integration of cellular automata into the design process, this paper introduces cellular automata as architectural design process support in the form of automated conceptual diagrams. This approach is the outcome of a series of successive software implementations, which are briefly outlined in terms of key features and observations made during their applications. The main part of the paper focuses on Algogram, the latest implementation, and its application in a second year design studio. The integrated concept of abstract representations, automated design exploration and individual interpretation is introduced as automated diagram.
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Herr, C.M., Karakiewicz, J. (2007). Algogram: Automated Diagrams for an Architectural Design Studio. In: Dong, A., Moere, A.V., Gero, J.S. (eds) Computer-Aided Architectural Design Futures (CAADFutures) 2007. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-6528-6_13
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