{"id":39670,"date":"2023-07-06T21:19:40","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T21:19:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-swa-2019.pantheonsite.io\/?post_type=idea&#038;p=39670"},"modified":"2023-07-06T21:19:40","modified_gmt":"2023-07-06T21:19:40","slug":"blockcoding","status":"publish","type":"idea","link":"https:\/\/www.swagroup.com\/idea\/blockcoding\/","title":{"rendered":"Block Coding for Algorithmic Design"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1550012464337{padding-top: 5% !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_single_image image=&#8221;39791&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]This visualization\/simulation project experimented with parametric, computational, and other digital modeling and analysis tools.\u00a0 The project focused on a visual programming language linked to 3D computer aided design software based on curve modeling (as opposed to polygonal modeling) in order to expand design options, retain the necessary precision for built work, and speed project delivery specifically for landscape architecture. \u00a0Findings included a survey of tools and algorithms, industry-wide trends related to the adoption and use in the field, and three approaches to integration into daily professional practice. \u00a0The team\u2019s methodology included evaluating software and plug-ins, running in-person workshops with SWA designers, and conducting interviews with leading practitioners from design firms. \u00a0This project was funded by the Patrick T. 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