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Advanced Architectural Analytics Laboratory
AI-enhanced spatial optimisation and cognition
Research Laboratory / Facility
The Advanced Architectural Analytics Laboratory at UNSW
is a leader in spatial cognition research . Its aim is to help design professionals — architects , urban designers , and town planners — enhance their understanding of how people navigate and respond to buildings and urban spaces . The lab develops innovative solutions to complex spatial challenges , like improving urban-mall efficiency , public-space safety , and emergency responses .
The lab specialises in advanced computational and AI / MLbased spatial analysis , predicting properties like intelligibility , efficiency , code compliance and surveillance . It also integrates neurophysiological data , such as eye tracking and EEG , into models for deeper insights into spatial perception .
The lab ’ s custom software tools and mathematical models address diverse spatial problems , from remote mining communities to health buildings , and has assessed more than 200 major projects in NSW .
The lab ’ s insights and tools are indispensable for design professionals seeking evidence-based solutions to enhance the functionality , safety , and sustainability of built environments .
Key capabilities
> Advanced spatial analysis methods for buildings and urban spaces
> Unique AI / ML methods to measure , optimise , or predict spatial properties
> Integrating neurophysiological data into computational models of spatial understanding / response
Differentiators
> Software tools to solve complex spatial problems
> Mathematical models for researchers to measure cognitive and environmental conditions
> Computational models to assess over 200 NSW building / infrastructure projects
Key customers
> Design professionals ( architects , urban designers , town planners ) > Local and state governments
Sustainable development goals
> Sustainable cities and communities
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