Embracing Complexity in Design

<p>Outlining state-of-the-art developments in the area of complexity and design, this book collates them into a unique and authoritative resource for both the design and complex systems communities. The book is based on research which focuses on a variety of different themes and domains, including architecture, engineering, environmental design, art, fashion and management. </p><p>A ground-breaking publication marking a new era of appreciation of the import of complexity on design, this book is essential reading for those studying complexity or design. </p> <p>Introduction 1. Generating Cities Using Complexity Theory 2. Embracing Complexity in Building Design 3. Complexity in Engineering Design<em> </em>4. Using Complexity Science Framework and Multi-Agent Technology in Design<em> </em>5. Complexity and Coordination in Collaborative Design<em> </em>6. The Mathematical Conditions of Design Ability <em> </em>7. The Art of Complex Systems Science 8. Performance, Complexity and Emergent Objects 9. Developments in Service Design Thinking and Practice <em> </em>10. Metamorphosis of the Artificial<em> </em>11. Embracing Design in Complexity </p>