AI for Architects
I’m enrolled in AI for Architects, a live online course with ELVTR taught by Jacob Russo of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Over seven weeks the program explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping architectural practice — from concept visualization and parametric design to BIM, sustainability, and the ethics of AI in the field.
Areas of Focus
The core themes running through the course. My own project work for each will be published here as it’s completed.
AI Visualization
Text-to-image and image-to-image workflows for concept development, renderings, and presentation boards.
Parametric & Generative
Computational and parametric design with AI, and the line between generative design and generative AI.
AI-Enhanced BIM
Automating BIM processes and enhancing models for accuracy, collaboration, and efficiency.
Analysis & Ethics
AI-driven design review, sustainable analysis, plus the ethics, bias, and regulation of AI in practice.
Course Program
Thirteen live classes across seven weeks, with demos, guest speakers, and hands-on assignments.
Welcome Class
Apr 27- Instructor introduction
- Course & assignments overview
AI in Architecture & AI Fundamentals
Apr 28- Benefits, limitations & implications of AI in architecture
- Key AI concepts, terminology & selecting the right tools
- Case studies: AEC startups · Delve (Google) evolution
Visualizing Architecture, Part 1 — Text, Image & Integrated Tools
Apr 30- Text-to-image models for concept development
- AI-enhanced presentations & design narratives
Parametric / Computational Design with AI
May 5- Parametric & computational design concepts
- Using AI to solve parametric problems
Visualizing Architecture, Part 2
May 7- Evaluating designs against performance metrics
- Design-review automation & AI feedback loops
AI-Enhanced BIM + Guest Speaker
May 12- AI applications in BIM & automating BIM processes
- Collaboration with AI-driven BIM tools
AI for Design Analysis & Critique + Everyday Workflows
May 14- Evaluating designs against multiple criteria
- Design-review automation with LLMs
AI-Enhanced BIM, Part 2
May 19- Design accuracy & efficiency with AI
- Demo #6 — Raven
Sustainable Design with AI + Guest Speaker
May 21- Role of AI in sustainable design
- Environmental analysis & optimization
Ethical Considerations & Regulations + Showcase
May 26- Ethics, identifying & mitigating bias
- Adherence with codes & regulations
Generative Design + Guest Speaker
May 28- Generative design vs. AI vs. generative AI
- Generative design principles
Construction Tech with AI + Guest Speaker
Jun 2- Smart building & construction tech concepts
- AI & IoT-enabled asset management
Custom AI Tool Development for Architects
Jun 4- Creating custom tools with AI-powered IDEs
- Demo #8 — Developing a custom AI tool prototype
The Future of Design & Career Guidance
Jun 9- Emerging technologies & staying current
- Career guidance, résumé & portfolio
Assignments & Projects
The assignment briefs below build toward the course certificate. My completed work for each is on the way.
Coming soon — I’ll publish my submissions and final project for each assignment here.
AI Tool Matrix
Coming soonAI Text-to-Image Visualization
Coming soonParametric Design
Coming soonAI Image-to-Image Visualization
Coming soonAI-Powered Design Review Protocol
Coming soonAI-Driven BIM Enhancement
Coming soonCustom AI Assistant
Coming soonAI Professional Development Plan
Coming soonExtra Credit Assignment
Coming soonWant to follow along?
I’ll be sharing the results of this coursework as it’s completed. In the meantime, explore my built work or get in touch.