Parametric Design vs. Generative Design: Key Differences Every Designer Should Know

Selecting the Best Design Method to Meet Your Needs

Thanks to the continuation of modern technology advancement, designers can utilize a variety of computational design methods to explore and create complex geometry buildings and bring their creative visions to life. The advantage of incorporating computational design is not only for geometry explorations, but also for efficiency on many levels including, time, cost, energy, resource utilization, material usage, quicker iteration processes, and more.

While there are many computational design options available, this e-book focuses on parametric design and generative design and provides an overview of the key differences and benefits designers must be aware of to select the best method that fits their design needs.

Key topics include:

  • Overview of parametric design and generative design

  • Major benefits of each design method

  • Key considerations for designers

  • Strategies for each design method

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