Oana Taut, co-founder and product lead at infrared.city, discusses the role of environmental simulations in achieving optimal design solutions. With nearly a decade of experience in architectural practice, she highlights the challenges design teams face in balancing sustainability, efficiency, functionality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. As a researcher and educator, she collaborates with students and AEC professionals to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world industry challenges at both micro and urban scales. Through infrared.city, she works to equip architecture and city planning professionals with AI tools that provide valuable data and performance insights, supporting more resilient and environmentally conscious built environments.
In this interview, she explores how AI-powered environmental simulations inform decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and enhance design performance. The conversation also delves into the intersection of technology and architectural practice, the evolving role of AI in shaping future urban landscapes, and the potential of computational tools in improving sustainability outcomes. By integrating advanced technologies into design workflows, she emphasizes the importance of leveraging data-driven insights to create a more efficient and environmentally responsible built environment.
