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Iteration Unleashed - Rethinking Architectural Education with iPad

  • Unique Paper ID: 178164
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 12
  • PageNo: 2418-2428
  • Abstract:
  • The iterative process, where students develop, critique, and refine their ideas through multiple feedback loops, is the core of architectural education. This cycle fosters research-oriented thinking, critical evaluation, and problem-solving—skills essential for architectural growth and holistic human development. This research situates the iPad-based digital transition within a broader historical context of architectural workflow evolution, from hand drafting to computer-aided design (CAD) and now mobile-first modelling environments. It argues that non-adoption of these emerging technologies risks leaving future professionals at a competitive disadvantage in both academia and industry. The evolution processs suggest that traditional design workflows allocate approximately 55–65% of the total design timeline to iterative development. In contrast, digital tools like Procreate and Shapr3D significantly reduce this by enabling non-destructive editing, portability, and flexible adaptation to feedback, leading to a 25–40% reduction in rework time. Using a longitudinal case study of the author’s academic projects from first to fifth year, the paper maps growth in design capability and iteration efficiency, visualized through comparative timelines and tool-based workflows. Ultimately, the research concludes that iPad-native tools are not fleeting trends but a pedagogical and technological advancement aligned with the evolving demands of architectural education and practice.
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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 12
  • PageNo: 2418-2428

Iteration Unleashed - Rethinking Architectural Education with iPad

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