Title A Typological Analysis of Visual Datasets for Artificial Intelligence Research in Architecture
Authors 허민지(Heo, Minji) ; 구형모(Gu, Hyeongmo) ; 추승연(Choo, Seungyeon)
DOI https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2025.41.12.91
Page pp.91-102
ISSN 2733-6247
Keywords Architectural datasets; Benchmark datasets; Artificial intelligence; Multimodal
Abstract As the use of artificial intelligence expands in the field of architecture, the importance of datasets has grown accordingly. However, prior studies have mostly focused on reporting dataset construction, while relatively few have analyzed dataset characteristics. Since artificial intelligence performance is closely linked to the scale, quality, and licensing of datasets, a comparative understanding of existing resources is essential. This paper conducts a systematic review of major scholarly databases from 2005 to 2025 and proposes a two-level taxonomy for datasets used in architectural artificial intelligence research. Representative datasets?such as floor plans, indoor 3D scans, aerial building footprints, and BIM/CAD?are synthesized by type and compared in terms of modality, annotation, scale, and license. Furthermore, we summarize dataset use cases along with citation and licensing information. Our analysis clarifies the strengths and limitations of each type and provides a foundation for the development and application of robust datasets in future architectural artificial intelligence research.