INVESTIGATING THE ROLE OF DIGITAL SKETCHING IN CONCEPTUALIZING MARITIME STRUCTURES AND ARCHITECTURAL FORMS

Abstract

Architectural designers concentrate on the first phases of the design procedure, namely conceptual design.The primary objective of this phase is to identify a resolution for a current issue, examine the design space, or analyze a concept.This phase often starts with drawings to investigate ideas and solutions; the inherent ambiguity and imprecision of traditional freehand sketching foster creativity.Currently, advancements in digital technology are prompting efforts to incorporate technological devices into conceptual design to establish a digital design medium inside the field of architecture.Recent advancements in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software indicate a transition towards a conceptual design interface; however, these tools remain underdeveloped and inadequately provide an appropriate setting for sketching. Using digital tools in the initial design phases has engendered problems and obstacles concerning creativity.The issue is why digital sketching has not yet replaced traditional freehand drawing.This research concentrates on the initial stages of the design procedure, aiming to examine the present state of digital sketching, along with its associated debates and obstacles in architectural design learning. It investigates the present-day sketching tools utilized in architecture and the inclination of instructors and students to employ digital sketching in practical applications.This study addresses the current advancements in Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) techniques for offshore and aquatic buildings.The majority of SHM methodologies have been created for terrestrial facilities.Limited research exists about the use of SHM technology in offshore and aquatic buildings.This research addresses this deficiency and emphasizes the difficulties ofimplementing SHM approaches in offshore and marine constructions.This study employs a qualitative methodology, using an online survey for data collection.Research indicates efforts to examine and develop interfaces and software to improve electronic systems or innovateinteraction methods to foster creativity and drawing.Studies suggest that academics remain skeptical of digital tools; there is a propensity among instructors and learners to use these technologies provided they fulfill educational requirements.