Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Urban Design

Shokry, Rania

doi:10.21608/jesaun.2025.370145.1459

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	Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Urban Design
Article 10, Volume 53, Issue 4, July and August 2025, Page 457-473 PDF (841.36 K)
Document Type: Research Paper
DOI: 10.21608/jesaun.2025.370145.1459
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Author
Rania Shokry
Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology, Fifth Settlement, Cairo, Egypt.
Abstract
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) within the built environment is driving a paradigm shift—enhancing innovation, streamlining processes, and promoting sustainability—while simultaneously redefining conventional design methodologies. This study explores the benefits and limitations of three AI-driven applications in the context of urban design: PlanFinder, TestFit, and Luma. PlanFinder demonstrates exceptional capability in generating diverse design alternatives within seconds, thereby accelerating workflows for both novice and experienced designers. TestFit supports urban design by producing site-specific solutions that align with cost parameters and regulatory requirements, empowering planners and developers to make data-driven decisions. Meanwhile, Luma enhances visualization by transforming simple architectural models into highly realistic 3D animations, significantly improving communication and presentation quality. While these applications offer substantial advantages—including time efficiency, cost reduction, and expanded creative potential—they also pose notable challenges. These include dependence on accurate input data, limited flexibility for manual modifications, and integration difficulties with complex or unconventional project demands. Furthermore, the adoption of AI raises ethical considerations, particularly regarding its influence on employment within the design and urban design sectors. This research employs a structured methodology using real-world case studies to evaluate three AI-powered design tools—PlanFinder, TestFit, and Luma—based on their accuracy, speed, usability, flexibility, output quality, and software integration, and provides critical insights for architects, urban planners, and educators aiming to adopt AI tools in their workflows. It serves as a practical guide to understanding the capabilities, constraints, and future implications of artificial intelligence in the built environment.
Keywords
Artificial Intelligence; Urban Design; AI Tools PlanFinder; TestFit; and Luma
Main Subjects
Architecture Engineering and the Engineering Architectural Interior Design.


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