Arup’s Gideon D'Arcangelo on Experience Design and User Journeys

In this episode of Buildings 2.0, Jose speaks with Gideon D'Arcangelo, Principal at Arup, to explore the dynamic intersection of digital technology and architecture. Gideon shares his journey from digital media to experience design, emphasizing the importance of integrating technology into physical spaces to enhance user experiences. 

 

Gideon also touches on the role of digital twins in building management, the significance of mapping user journeys to improve architectural outcomes, and the future of digital-physical integration in creating responsive environments. 

 

Topics discussed:

• The concept of digital-physical integration, emphasizing the need to merge digital experiences with physical environments to create seamless user interactions.  
• The importance of experience design in understanding user needs and mapping their journeys to enhance the overall architectural experience in buildings.  
• How digital twins are revolutionizing building management by providing real-time data analysis and enabling scenario planning for improved operational efficiency.  
• The role of technology in creating responsive and intelligent environments that anticipate user needs and enhance their experiences within physical spaces.  
• The impact of data visualization in communicating building performance and engaging occupants in energy-saving practices and sustainable behaviors.  
• The significance of interdisciplinary collaboration among architects, designers, and technologists to achieve successful digital-physical integration in projects.  
• Future trends in building design, including increased automation and the growing expectation for technology to be embedded within the built environment.  
• The challenges and opportunities presented by the rapid advancement of digital technology in the architecture and construction industries.