Tuesday, 10 May 2016

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Studies show that extended periods of inactivity increase the risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and obesity. It was discovered that those who spent the most time on a computer were 1.5 times more likely to be overweight and 2.5 more likely to be obese than those who did not use a computer at all. Even those adult computer users who had high levels of physical activity were 1.86 times more likely to be overweight or obese than people who spent no time on computers. [1] While computational design is an important trend in the architectural design world, the value is not implicit. The reality is: computational design is about the process of creating solutions. The question is better framed as “What can we create that will help us better solve [x] design problem.” Computational design is a powerful, open-ended methodology.[2] It is being recognized that traditional design approaches are no longer enough if we want to continue to deliver engineering excellence at the highest level. Computational Designers use their skills in engineering, architecture, mathematics and computer science to tackle complex challenges in geometry and optimisation. Through research and projects they aim to apply the latest technology to practical situations. By engaging early with the design team they apply technology in a way which is sensitive to the aspirations of the architect. The goal of a computational designer is to deliver practical solutions to complex problems which are efficient and sustainable.[3]




[1] "Internet Use, Obesity, And Poor Health - America's New "Sitting Disease" - My Bariatric Life - Causes - Obesity". Healthcentral.com. N.p., 2016. Web. 9 May 2016.
[2] "3 Things To Consider For Computation In The Business Of Design". Building Design + Construction. N.p., 2016. Web. 9 May 2016.
[3] "Computational Design". United Kingdom. N.p., 2016. Web. 10 May 2016.





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