Norman Foster skeptical of AI in architecture while championing urban living and cleaner cities
In a recent interview with AFP, architect Sir Norman Foster shared his reservations about the role of artificial intelligence in architecture. Foster maintains that AI cannot replicate the physical world, including buildings, streets, and squares. The Foster + Partners-designed Beijing Airport. Photo: Ma Wenxiao, image © Foster + Partners. From Norman Foster digs in on his stance on airport emissionsFoster has faced criticism from environmentalists due to his inclination towards constructing airports and his views on the environment. He supports urban living and advocates for nuclear power as a solution to climate change and poverty in densely populated cities. Notwithstanding these viewpoints, Foster's philosophy includes the development of cleaner, sustainable cities. He believes the evolution of our relationship with automobiles will impact the configuration of modern cities. Foster suggests younger generations' preference for ride-sharing and mobility services may lead to a shif...
In a recent interview with AFP, architect Sir Norman Foster shared his reservations about the role of artificial intelligence in architecture. Foster maintains that AI cannot replicate the physical world, including buildings, streets, and squares.
Foster has faced criticism from environmentalists due to his inclination towards constructing airports and his views on the environment. He supports urban living and advocates for nuclear power as a solution to climate change and poverty in densely populated cities.
Notwithstanding these viewpoints, Foster's philosophy includes the development of cleaner, sustainable cities. He believes the evolution of our relationship with automobiles will impact the configuration of modern cities. Foster suggests younger generations' preference for ride-sharing and mobility services may lead to a shif...
