Architectural Software Trends: Bridging Education and Practice to Build Ukraine’s Future

Svitlana Shkliar (), Nazar Bozhynskyi, Giuseppe T. Cirella, Natalia Silvestrova (), Vladislav Koshel () and Nataliia Malik ()
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Svitlana Shkliar: Department of Architecture of Buildings and Structures and Architectural Environment Design, O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv
Nazar Bozhynskyi: Kharkiv National University of Construction and Architecture
Natalia Silvestrova: Department of Architecture of Buildings and Structures and Architectural Environment Design, O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv
Vladislav Koshel: Department of Architecture of Buildings and Structures and Architectural Environment Design, O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv
Nataliia Malik: Department of Architecture of Buildings and Structures and Architectural Environment Design, O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv

Chapter Chapter 25 in Handbook on Post-War Reconstruction and Development Economics of Ukraine, 2024, pp 455-479 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract The contemporary architectural and urban landscape is increasingly shaped by computer technology, particularly the utilization of 3D modeling in design and construction. This chapter explores the application of 3D modeling to aid Ukraine in its postwar reconstruction efforts, examining the trends and prospects within this practice. One prominent trend is the streamlining and expediting of building design and construction, achieved through comprehensive 3D modeling that involves various specialists (i.e., architects, designers, and planners) collaborating simultaneously. The chapter conducts a typological analysis of prevalent software programs for modeling architectural environments, with an emphasis on complex design, 3D modeling, and rendering applications. Notably, computer-aided design and drafting (CAD) programs offer a wide range of capabilities, with Graphisoft Archicad, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Autodesk Revit being the most favored in Ukraine. The research evaluates the advantages and potential applications of each CAD program in modeling diverse architectural environments. To substantiate the findings, a sociological case study is conducted in Kharkiv, involving oral interviews of employees and managers in Kharkiv-based architectural firms, as well as a questionnaire with architectural students. This study assesses the alignment of the education system with the demands of the postwar Ukrainian job market, particularly during the reconstruction period. The case study explores the relevance of 3D modeling programs, the demand for expertise in these tools, and their potential utility in the reconstruction effort. The study’s results underscore the importance of establishing ongoing cooperation and information exchange between leading architectural educational institutions and architectural firms to mitigate software and inter-institutional discrepancies.

Keywords: 3D modeling; Architectural practice; Design professionals; Digital tools; Postwar reconstruction; Software adaptation; Urban environment; Urban planning (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-48735-4_25

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