Exploring an Evolving Architectural Pedagogy in the Age of Digital Creativity and Artificial Intelligence: Examining the Challenges to Critical Thinking

The advent of digital creativity and artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way we think, design and construct architecture. This transformative methodology, must also inevitably lead to a continued evolution in architectural pedagogy. Whilst these new technologies, computational tools and data-driven processes suggest new possibilities for creativity and innovation, there is an inherent perception they may also pose a threat to the development of the traditional design skills within architectural education. This paper seeks to explore the impacts of new ways of design and the importance of retaining creative critical thinking processes in design education.