Journal of Steel Structures & Construction

Architectural designing is the process of creating a plan for the design and construction of buildings, homes, and other structures. It involves the use of principles of design, engineering, and construction to create functional and aesthetically pleasing buildings. Architects and architectural designers work together to create designs that meet the needs and desires of their clients while also complying with local building codes and regulations. The process of architectural designing typically begins with an initial consultation between the architect or designer and the client. During this consultation, the client will discuss their vision for the building or structure, including its purpose, size, layout, and style. The architect or designer will then take this information and create a preliminary design or sketch.

User-centered design is an approach that has been used in various design fields, including product design and software development, to ensure that the end user's needs and preferences are taken into account throughout the design process. In recent years, this approach has also been applied in architectural design to create buildings that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and user-friendly. This research article explores the application of user-centered design in architectural design and its potential benefits for enhancing functionality and user experience. The article also presents a case study to illustrate how user-centered design principles were applied in the design of a public library.

Architectural design has traditionally focused on aesthetics, with the primary goal of creating visually appealing buildings that reflect the designer's style and vision. However, in recent years, there has been a growing focus on sustainability in architectural design. This research article explores the intersection of sustainability and aesthetics in architectural design and how architects can create buildings that are both environmentally sustainable and aesthetically pleasing. The article also presents a case study to illustrate how sustainability and aesthetics were incorporated into the design of a residential building.

Augmented reality (AR) technology has enormous potential for architectural designing. By overlaying digital information onto the real world, AR technology allows architects and designers to visualize and interact with 3D models of buildings in a more natural and intuitive way. One of the key benefits of AR technology for architectural designing is the ability to create digital overlays of building designs, which can be viewed and interacted with in a real-world context.

This allows designers to see how their designs will look and feel in a real-world environment, and to make adjustments accordingly. For example, an architect could create an AR overlay of a building design and then walk around the site, viewing the design from different angles and in different lighting conditions.

Virtual Reality (VR) is rapidly transforming the field of architectural designing. It has opened up a whole new dimension in the way architects and designers conceptualize and plan buildings. VR allows architects and clients to experience and interact with designs in a completely immersive way, leading to better designs and a more efficient design process. VR architectural designing allows architects and designers to create 3D models of buildings and structures, which can be viewed and experienced in a virtual environment. This allows clients to step into the virtual space and experience what the building will look like and feel like before it is built. It also enables designers to identify potential issues and make changes to the design before construction begins, resulting in a more efficient and cost-effective design process.