Comparison of GAN-based Spatial Layout Generation: Research Focusing on AIBIM-Spacemaker and GAN-based Prior Research

Hyejin Park, Hyeongrno Gu, Soonmin Hong, Seungyeon Choo

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Abstract

Recent advancements in Large Language Models (LLM) andthe emergence of ChatGPT are rapidly progressing Generative AI models, suggesting the possibility of AI replacing human creative activities. In architecture, -wheire outcomes depend on human creative thinking, the pre-planning stage is crucial.Architecturalplanning 5 decisions on mass, space layout, and space program, aimingfor optimal design with a significant impact on subsequent stages. Creating a client-centric design within a given time prompts architects to searchfor diverse reference materials. However’finding comparable spatial layouts is challenging due to the predominant focus on materials, construction methods, and details. This study introduces AIBIM-Spacemaker, a GenerativeAdversaria! Network (GAN)-based program -we developed for generating spatial layouts through graphical composition of space programs· Focusing on a house with limited space usage but versatile layouts, the study collected 10,000 raster-basedfloor plan images, creating a training dataset annotatedfor spatial elements. Training this dataset using the YOLO model enabled automatic extraction of vector-based data representing spatial relationships from raster-based images. .A GAN trained on this data resulted in ÄIBIM- Spacemaker, allowing users to create diverse spatial layouts. Executing a graph with nodes representing spaces and edges denoting relationships between doors and windows using the trained GAN produced varied spatial layouts. Verification, comparing actual ground truth values, GAN-generated outcomes, and architect-provided values confirmed the program's effectiveness in the planning stage. Performance ^as verified by comparing the program, learning method, dataset, and results developed in this study with previous studies on GAN-based spatial layout generation. This study identifies thepotential for AI- based spatial layout generation, enhancing planning efficiency and contributing to intelligent design automation, with anticipated positive impacts on planning task efficiency.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 42nd Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2024
EditorsOdysseas Kontovourkis, Marios C. Phocas, Gabriel Wurzer
PublisherEducation and research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe
Pages539-548
Number of pages10
ISBN (Print)9789491207372
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
Event42nd Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2024 - Nicosia, Cyprus
Duration: 9 Sep 202413 Sep 2024

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe
Volume1
ISSN (Print)2684-1843

Conference

Conference42nd Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe, eCAADe 2024
Country/TerritoryCyprus
CityNicosia
Period9/09/2413/09/24

Keywords

  • Generative Adversaria! Networks(GNN)
  • Pre-design stage
  • Space Layout Generation
  • Space Program
  • You OnfyLook OncefFOLO)

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