JoWUA

Abstract

Landscape designers have to employ modern technologies that provide for dynamic visualisation and user involvement if they want to remain current. This paper explores the possibilities of video processing technology to offer interactive, real-time visualisations; these visualisations have the power to transform landscape design by including people into the process and simplifying the observation of how various design choices influence social-ecological systems. Key challenges include controlling the computing requirements of real-time video processing and improving ecological data and interaction visuals. High-performance activities and big datasets need for scalable computing solutions. The approach we provide to address these problems is called Data Analytical Visualisation Support on Social-Ecological Systems (DAVS-SES). This platform combines data analytics with strong video processing to replicate and display intricate social-ecological systems in real time. It does this via scalable computer architecture. By means of scalable visualisation technologies and quick data processing, DAVS-SES presents an interactive interface allowing users to dynamically investigate design possibilities while preserving performance. Wherever one values the interconnectedness of people and their natural surroundings—that is, in the realms of education, ecology, and city planning— DAVS-SES might be very helpful. Scalable computing is used to enable DAVS-SES to operate in several environments and with a range of users. Simulating tests reveal that DAVS-SES can provide excellent images that increase user participation and support more informed decisions. The findings indicate that this approach improves the design process and enables people to feel closer to the locations they create. DAVS-SES therefore supports socially aware and ecologically friendly design methods.