Cellular Automata: A Discrete View for Designing

The built environment plays a vital role in fostering a healthy relationship between humans and nature. Cellular automata (CA) can model natural phenomena in spatio-temporal patterns, enabling the generation of complex spatial layouts based on local morphological rules. This local relationship-driven approach aligns with generative dynamics in natural systems. To tackle the complexities of applying CA rules in ecological urban form, we propose a “multi-layered” CA theoretical model. This model aims to explore architectural designs that prioritize ecological performance, providing a framework for spaces that harmonize with ecological processes and urban dynamics.