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The domain layer for mixed-initiative interaction in generative design

Datta, Sambit and Woodbury, R. 2004, The domain layer for mixed-initiative interaction in generative design, in Generative CAD systems: proceedings of GCAD'04, International Symposium on Generative CAD Systems, Carnegie Mellon University, School of Architecture, Pittsburgh, Pa., pp. 1-18.

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Title The domain layer for mixed-initiative interaction in generative design
Author(s) Datta, Sambit
Woodbury, R.
Conference name International Symposium on Generative CAD Systems (2004 : Pittsburg, Pa.)
Conference location Pittsburgh, Pa.
Conference dates 12-14 July 2004
Title of proceedings Generative CAD systems: proceedings of GCAD'04, International Symposium on Generative CAD Systems
Editor(s) Akin, Omer
Krishnamurti, Ramesh
Lam, Khee Poh
Publication date 2004
Conference series International Symposium on Generative CAD Systems
Start page 1
End page 18
Total pages 18
Publisher Carnegie Mellon University, School of Architecture
Place of publication Pittsburgh, Pa.
Summary The design space exploration formalism has developed data structures and algorithms of sufficient complexity and scope to support conceptual layout, massing, and enclosure configurations. However, design remains a human enterprise. To support the user in designing with the formalism, we have developed an interaction model that addresses the interleaving of user actions with the formal operations of design space exploration. The central feature of our interaction model is the modeling of control based on mixed-initiative. Initiative is sometimes taken by the designer and sometimes by the formalism in working on a shared design task. The model comprises three layers, domain, task, and dialogue. In this paper we describe the formulation of the domain layer of our mixed-initiative interaction model for design space exploration. We present the view of the domain as understood in the formalism in terms of the three abstract concepts of state, move, and structure. In order to support mixed initiative, it is necessary to develop a shared view of the domain. The domain layer addresses this problem by mapping the designer's view onto the symbol substrate. First, we present the designer's view of the domain in terms of problems, solutions, choices, and history. Second, we show how this view is interleaved with the symbol-substrate through four domain layer constructs, problem state, solution state, choice, and exploration history. The domain layer presents a suitable foundation for integrating the role of the designer with a description formalism. It enables the designer to maintain exploration freedom in terms of formulating and reformulating problems, generating solutions, making choices, and navigating the history of exploration.
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ISBN 0976294109
9780976294108
Language eng
Field of Research 120101 Architectural Design
HERDC Research category E1 Full written paper - refereed
Persistent URL http://hdl.handle.net/10536/DRO/DU:30005535
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