Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) Enabled Participatory Design

This dissertation explores the application of generative image AI in inclusive and efficient participatory landscape design. The advantages and limitations of traditional design methods in participatory landscape design were analysed . The research then focused on integrating generative AI techniques with participatory design using tools such as Stable Diffusion, ChatGPT and Python. I then used public testing to compare AI-enabled participatory design with traditional methods to assess its effectiveness. Overall, my research addresses some of the limits raised by current participatory design methods and explored the feasibility of AI in optimising the landscape design process toward inclusive and efficient participatory landscape design practices.