Interconnected Urban Development: A New Open Standard for Data-Driven Design

Important results from the project

The project met all objectives and created an open standard for data-driven urban planning through the Hektar platform. We developed a structured data model with five architectural scales and over 500 typology configurations. In addition to planned results, Site Document-arkitekturen and contextual features such as "noise features" were created. The project generated synergies including support from Smart Built Environment and research collaborations.

Expected long term effects

The project is expected to standardize urban planning data globally and enable interoperability between different systems. The open standard democratizes advanced planning tools for smaller municipalities. AI-driven urban planning becomes available as an industry standard with context-aware systems. The ability to quickly evaluate design alternatives optimizes sustainability goals such as energy efficiency. International dissemination through adaptors for different countries´ building codes.

Approach and implementation

The project was implemented according to plan with four structured work packages (AP1-AP4): interviews and needs assessment, definition of scales and protocols, full-scale implementation with new UI, and validation and analysis. The schedule was followed without deviations. Agile development methodology enabled adaptations and unexpected breakthroughs like Site Document-architecture. Research-based working methods and base strengthened the scientific foundation.

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