Office layout presentation device, office layout presentation method, and program

The office layout presentation system automates floor plan generation and layout suggestion using neural networks, addressing the inefficiencies of conventional methods by providing quick and easy office layout solutions.

JP7725683B2Active Publication Date: 2025-08-19ITOKI CORP
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Application Number
JP2024163483
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-20
Publication Date
2025-08-19
Estimated Expiration
2039-12-27

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Conventional floor map creation devices require significant time, effort, and cost due to the need for NFC tags on furniture and manual distance calculations, making it difficult to efficiently create office layouts.

Method used

An office layout presentation system that acquires floor plan information, receives user conditions, and presents a specific office layout that meets those conditions using a client-server system, incorporating neural networks for automated floor plan generation and layout suggestion.

Benefits of technology

Enables quick and easy presentation of office layouts, supporting decision-making and facilitating efficient purchasing processes while reducing the time and effort required for layout creation.

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Abstract

To provide an office layout presentation technique capable of easily and quickly presenting office layout.SOLUTION: An office layout presentation device for presenting an office layout includes: an acquisition part 113 for acquiring floor plan information relating to a floor plan of the office; a receiving part 115 for receiving prescribed conditions for presenting the office layout; and a presentation part 117 for presenting a specific office layout matching the floor plan and satisfying the prescribed conditions based on the acquired floor plan and the received prescribed conditions.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1
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[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an office layout presentation device, an office layout presentation device, and an office layout presentation device. The present invention relates to a method and program for presenting an output. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, technology has been developed to create and visualize layout plans for arranging multiple fixtures in an office. is known.

[0003] In this regard, Patent Document 1 discloses a floor plan that creates a floor map showing the layout of multiple fixtures. The map creation device is described. This floor map creation device is a device that creates a floor map from the first fixture to the second fixture. a distance calculation unit for calculating the distance and direction to the first fixture and a fixture for identifying the second fixture; A fixture information acquisition unit that acquires identification information, a distance and direction from the first fixture to the second fixture, and and a map generation unit that generates a floor map based on the fixture information. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-116290 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] In the floor map creation device described in Patent Document 1, NFC ( N e ar F ield C Based on information from the (communication) tag, the first fixture The distance and direction from the first fixture to the second fixture are calculated. In this case, the identification information of each piece of furniture is obtained from the NFC tag attached to each piece of furniture. The floor map creation device uses NFC technology attached to each piece of furniture to create a floor map. It is necessary to prepare tags, and also to calculate information such as the distance between each piece of furniture. Therefore, as long as a conventional floor map creation device is used, it is difficult to create a map of each piece of furniture to be placed on the floor. Creating a floor map requires time and effort, as it requires the effort of obtaining various information. This is a costly and difficult process.

[0006] Therefore, the present invention has been made in consideration of the above circumstances, and is an office layout The objective of this invention is to provide an office layout presentation technology that can easily and quickly present the following: . [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] An office layout presentation device according to one aspect of the present invention presents an office layout. An office layout presentation device that acquires floor plan information regarding an office layout an acquisition unit, a reception unit that receives predetermined conditions for presenting an office layout; Based on the received floor plan information and the specified conditions, the system will select a room that matches the floor plan and meets the specified conditions. and a presentation unit that presents a specific office layout that satisfies the requirements.

[0008] An office layout presentation method according to one aspect of the present invention is a method for presenting an office layout. A computer-implemented office layout presentation method, comprising: The steps for obtaining floor plan information and for presenting office layouts are and determining the floor plan based on the acquired floor plan information and the received predetermined conditions. presenting a specific office layout that is suitable for the client and meets predetermined conditions; , including.

[0009] A program according to one aspect of the present invention is a program for causing a computer to The acquisition unit acquires the information and the reception unit accepts the predetermined conditions for presenting the office layout. and a reception unit that receives the acquired floor plan information and a predetermined condition that is received, and receives a suitable floor plan. and a presentation unit that presents a specific office layout that satisfies predetermined conditions. Can.

[0010] In the present invention, the terms "unit" and "device" do not simply mean physical means. This also includes cases where the functions of the "part" or "device" are realized by software. In addition, if the functions of one "part" or "device" are realized by two or more physical means or devices, Even if two or more functions of "parts" or "devices" are realized by one physical means or device, Good too. [Effects of the Invention]

[0011] According to the above aspect of the present invention, an office layout can be presented easily and quickly. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0012] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an overview of an office layout presentation process executed by an office layout presentation system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is a schematic configuration diagram of an office layout presentation system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] 1 is a schematic configuration diagram of an office layout presentation server and a user terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4]FIG. 2 is a schematic configuration diagram illustrating an example of the functional configuration of an office layout presentation server according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] 10 is a flowchart showing a first example of an office layout presentation process according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an example of a process for acquiring floor plan information according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a condition input screen on an output unit of a user terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an office layout presentation screen on an output unit of a user terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an office layout confirmation screen on an output unit of a user terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] 10 is a flowchart showing a second example of the office layout presentation process according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 11] 10 is a flowchart showing a third example of the office layout presentation process according to one embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0013] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The above examples are merely examples and are not intended to exclude the application of various modifications or technologies not explicitly stated below. That is, the present invention can be modified in various ways (combining the embodiments) without departing from the spirit of the invention. In addition, in the following description of the drawings, the same or similar parts may be used. The drawings are schematic and do not necessarily represent actual components. The dimensions and proportions of the drawings may differ from those of the actual drawings. It may contain parts that are

[0014] FIG. 1 shows an office layout presentation system executed by the office layout presentation system according to the present embodiment. 1 is a diagram showing an outline of the out-of-office presentation process. Here, "office" refers to a building and the people in the building. An "office" is a building or room where administrative work or tasks are performed. This includes, but is not limited to, the layout of the office. "Fixtures" refers to the furniture, tools, or arrangement used in an "office." "Facilities" includes equipment used in the "office." "Facilities" includes: For example, a display device such as a television or a display monitor, a lighting device, an air conditioning control device, or This includes audio output devices. "Fixtures" are items that can be easily attached by gluing or screwing in an "office." may be permanently fixed to the It may be configured to be able to do so.

[0015] As shown in Figure 1, the office layout presentation process consists of steps 1 to 4. First, in step 1, for example, set (obtain) the office floor plan (floor plan information) If a floor plan image exists, the image is uploaded to the office layout presentation system. The floor plan corresponding to the floor plan image is set by uploading it. If not, one or more pre-recorded in the office layout presentation system The user may select a desired template from the office layout templates.

[0016] In step 2, the office layout presentation system presents the office layout to the user. First, in the case of the "Designer's Plan," the user is presented with a layout related to the office. The "predetermined conditions" can be, for example, the type of office layout. , the size of the office (e.g., area, volume, etc.), or the number of people located in the office. Specifically, the user can select the office layout and the number of furniture and fixtures. For example, the user may select one or more model plans created by the designer. The user also selects a model plan. In this case, for example, at least one piece of information such as the size of the office or the number of seats in the office may be provided. The office layout presentation system may then input the layout data. The system presents office layouts based on predetermined conditions entered by the user. In other words, the office layout presentation system compares the acquired floor plan information with the predetermined information received. Based on the conditions, a specific office layout that fits the floor plan and meets the specified conditions is created. In this way, the office layout presentation system according to one embodiment of the present invention can present an office layout. The system allows office layouts to be presented easily and quickly.

[0017] On the other hand, as the "original plan", the user can select, for example, the time set in step 1. By placing each piece of furniture on the drawing, you can create an office layout. good.

[0018] In step 3, for example, as shown in FIG. 9 to be described later, the user terminal 3 The office layout confirmation screen S9 output by the output unit 34 is presented in step S2. The user can then select the office layout presented in step S2. While checking the layout, make adjustments to the office layout as necessary. In essence, the user decides on an office layout that suits their own preferences.

[0019] In step 4, various procedures regarding the office layout decided in step 3 are carried out. For example, a user may use the office layout presentation system according to an embodiment of the present invention. The office layout diagram, the list of furniture to be placed in the office, and A quote (including cost and timeline) for implementing the office layout in the user's own office. In addition, users can also purchase office furniture and fixtures. It is also possible to do this.

[0020] In this way, in the office layout presentation system according to one embodiment of the present invention, In addition to being able to present office layouts easily and quickly, This can efficiently support the decision-making process of the office layout and also facilitate the user's purchasing process. The following describes the specifics of the office layout presentation system. This article explains the general content.

[0021] FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the overall configuration of the office layout presentation system according to this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 2, the office layout presentation system 100 exemplarily Or an office layout presentation server 1 (office) that presents the layout of a plurality of offices. layout presentation device), n (n is an arbitrary integer value of 1 or more) user terminals 3, and a network Network N.

[0022] The office layout presentation system 100 is a so-called client-server system. The office layout presentation system 100 has n player terminals as clients. The terminal 3 and the office layout presentation server 1 communicate with each other via the network N. The network N may be, for example, the Internet or a mobile phone network. Networks such as LAN ( L ocal A rea N network), or This is realized by a network that combines these.

[0023] The office layout presentation server 1 is realized by, for example, one or more server devices. The user terminal 3 may be, for example, a smartphone, a game console, or a personal computer. In the figure, n user terminals 3 are shown. In the following explanation, these n users are When describing the user terminal 3 without distinguishing between them, some of the reference numerals may be omitted and it may simply be referred to as "user terminal It is called "3".

[0024] FIG. 3 shows the hardware configuration of the office layout presentation server 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention. 1 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the user terminal 3 and the hardware configuration of the user terminal 3. The symbols corresponding to the hardware of the office layout presentation server 1 are written without parentheses. The symbols corresponding to the hardware of the user terminal 3 are written in parentheses.

[0025] The office layout presentation server 1 illustratively includes a CPU ( C Central P roce ssing U nit)11 and ROM( R ead O nly Memory) and RA M( R andom A access M a memory 12 including a memory module (e.g., a memory module), and an input unit 13 , an output unit 14 , a recording unit 15 , a communication unit 16 , and a bus 17 .

[0026] The CPU 11 reads a program stored in the memory 12 or a program stored in the memory 12 from the storage unit 15. 12 executes various processes according to the programs loaded in it.

[0027] The memory 12 also stores data necessary for the CPU 11 to execute various processes. The CPU 11 and the memory 12 are connected to each other via a bus 17. In addition, this bus 17 includes an input unit 13, an output unit 14, a recording unit 15, and a communication unit 16. is connected.

[0028] The input unit 13 receives various information in response to an instruction operation by the manager of the office layout presentation server 1 or the like. The input unit 13 is configured with, for example, various buttons, a touch panel, a microphone, etc. The input unit 13 includes the other units of the office layout presentation server 1. It may also be realized by an input device such as a keyboard or mouse that is independent of the main body.

[0029] The output unit 14 outputs image data and audio data. The image data and audio data output by the output unit 14 are transmitted to a display, a speaker, etc. Images and music are output from a display, speaker, etc. in a manner that can be recognized by the player.

[0030] The recording unit 15 stores various data. The recording unit 15 is, for example, a DRAM ( D ynam I CR andom A access M It consists of semiconductor memory such as emory.

[0031] The communication unit 16 realizes communication with other devices. For example, the communication unit 16 may Through the network N, communication is performed between the network N and the user terminal 3.

[0032] Although not shown, the office layout presentation server 1 may have a drive installed as needed. The drive may be, for example, a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a magneto-optical disk, etc. Removable media may be installed as appropriate. Programs read from the disk, image data, and other data may be stored as needed. The software is installed in the recording unit 15 accordingly.

[0033] The hardware configuration of the user terminal 3 will be described. The user terminal 3 is a As such, for example, the system includes a CPU 31, a memory 32, an input unit 33, an output unit 34, and a recording unit. 35, a communication unit 36, and a bus 37. These units are the same as those in the office layout described above. The output presentation server 1 has the same functions as the components with the same names but different reference numerals.

[0034] FIG. 4 shows an example of the functional configuration of the office layout presentation server 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention. The office layout presentation server 1 is a block diagram showing an example of an office layout presentation server. an information processing unit 111 that executes processing for presenting the office layout; and a recording unit 15 for recording information required for presentation.

[0035] The information processing unit 111 functions as an acquisition unit for acquiring floor plan information relating to the floor plan of an office. a reception unit 115 that receives predetermined conditions for presenting an office layout; Based on the floor plan information acquired by the acquisition unit 113 and the predetermined conditions accepted by the acceptance unit 115, Based on this, it presents specific office layouts that fit the floor plan and meet the specified conditions. and a presentation unit 117 that presents a specific option based on the input contents from the user. an updating unit 119 for updating the contents of the office layout; Based on the evaluation criteria or based on user input, the specific office presented The details of each of the above functions will be described later. do.

[0036] The information processing unit 111 may store, for example, the information stored in the memory 12 or the recording unit 15 shown in FIG. This can be realized by the CPU 11 executing the program.

[0037] The recording unit 15 stores, for example, floor plan information FPI, condition information CI, and update result information URI. The evaluation result information ERI and the layout information LI regarding the office layout are recorded. do.

[0038] The floor plan information FPI is information about the floor plan acquired by the acquisition unit 113. The FPI includes, for example, image information relating to the floor plan described above. The floor plan image, i.e., the image is uploaded to the office layout presentation system 100 shown in FIG. As described above, the recording unit 15 may record the floor plan image that is displayed when there is no floor plan image. For convenience, one or more office layout templates may be pre-recorded.

[0039] The condition information CI is a place for presenting an office layout, which is received by the reception unit 115. The condition information CI is information about a specific condition. For example, the condition information CI may include the type of office layout, In addition to at least one piece of information about the size of the office or the number of fixtures to be placed in the office, The type of fixtures, the size of the fixtures, the weight of the fixtures, the type of pillars to be placed in the office, or The condition information CI includes information about the size of the columns, etc. The condition information CI is used when the layout target office is one or more. If the building is divided into multiple areas, the number of each area or its size (area, volume, or The layout information may further include information about the layout area (e.g., the volume). If the office is divided into areas, the office layout proposal may be made in one or more areas. The measurement may be performed for each area, or may be performed for a range that includes two or more areas. In addition, if some areas of the condition information CI are shared with other users and cannot be used, may include information for excluding the area from the layout range in advance. Furthermore, the condition information CI may include information about the user's occupation or industry.

[0040] The update result information URI is a URI for updating the contents of a specific office layout executed by the update unit 119. The update result information URI is information about the result of the update process. The content (original content) of the specific office layout presented by the update unit 119 and the content (original content) of the specific office layout presented by the update unit 119 The contents of the specific office layout after the update process (post-update contents) are recorded in association with the When multiple update processes are performed, the original content and the updated content are Each of them may be recorded in association with each other.

[0041] The evaluation result information ERI is the evaluation result of the specific office layout performed by the evaluation unit 121. The evaluation result information ERI is information about the result of the evaluation. The evaluation result information ERI is presented by the presentation unit 117 for each user. Associate the specific office layout shown with the evaluation of that office layout. and recorded.

[0042] The layout information LI is a layout parameter relating to the office layout. The layout parameters are used to find a specific office layout that fits the floor plan and meets the specified conditions. The layout parameters are the parameters that are referenced when the output is presented. For example, the width of the aisles, the number of seats, the number of conference rooms, etc., can be preset according to the size and shape of the floor plan. The layout parameters include the size of the conference room (area, volume, etc.). The number, size, or other information of one or more areas within an office can be pre-defined according to the needs and style of the office. The percentage of one or more areas may include a percentage of the total area, e.g. Specific areas such as work areas, meeting areas, break areas, or storage or archive areas The layout parameters indicate the extent to which each item is included. Alternatively, layout parameters may be recorded in association with each industry. One or more fixtures associated with each of the areas and placed in the area; or The information may further include information about members such as pillars. For example, if the furniture is a bench, the information about the furniture may include The website provides information such as the size, color, weight, price, and availability of the lounge chair, as well as the ability to sit on the lounge chair. It may also include information such as the number of people who can participate.

[0043] <Office layout presentation process> 5 to 11, an example of an office layout presentation process according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described. An example will be described.

[0044] (Example 1) FIG. 5 is a flow diagram showing a first example of an office layout presentation process according to an embodiment of the present invention. The office layout presentation process of the first example includes at least steps S1, S 3, and S5.

[0045] (Step S1) The office layout presentation server 1 shown in FIG. Get.

[0046] FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of a process for acquiring floor plan information according to an embodiment of the present invention. As shown in the figure, first, the user selects the floor plan to be output to the output unit 34 of the user terminal 3 shown in FIG. On the information acquisition screen S1, the floor plan image FI of the office property is displayed as a wizard (guide function). Next, the user uploads the plan using a designated floor plan creation software, etc. Then, on the floor plan creation screen S2 output to the output unit 34 of the user terminal 3, By tracing the downloaded floor plan image FI, a floor plan corresponding to the floor plan image FI can be obtained. In this way, the office layout presentation server 1 creates a diagram FP. Set (obtain) the diagram FP (floor plan information FPI).

[0047] The uploaded floor plan image FI and floor plan FP are exactly the same size. It is not necessary, and the floor plan FP and the floor plan image FI may have a similarity relationship.

[0048] In the office layout presentation system 100 shown in FIG. The floor plan images FI uploaded by each of the multiple users who use the By linking and recording the floor plan FP created based on I in advance, you can When a floor plan image FI is uploaded, the corresponding floor plan image FI is automatically created. A specific floor plan FP may be set.

[0049] In the office layout presentation system 100, a plurality of users of the system 100 The floor plan images FI uploaded by each user and the floor plan images FI The floor plan FP created by the model is learned by associating it with the model in advance (first learning) and learning how to create floor plans. In this case, the office layout presentation system 100 may generate a model. When a floor plan image FI is uploaded, the floor plan creation learning model is used to automatically A specific floor plan FP that is more suitable for a specific floor plan image FI may be dynamically set. The office layout presentation system 100 compares the uploaded floor plan image FI with the floor plan The floor plan FP created based on the image FI is used as the basis for the new data (learning data) associated with the image FI. Once the training data is acquired, the second training data is generated periodically or at any time. The floor plan creation learning model may be strengthened (updated) through learning. The presentation system 100 may be implemented using, for example, a convolutional neural network (CNN). We generate a floor plan creation learning model from a network structure including a convolutional neural network. In addition to the CNN, the office layout presentation system 100 may also use, for example, a recurrent A neural network, or RNN (Recurrent Neural Network), is further combined. The network structure may have a configuration other than the above. Also, regarding neural networks, neural networks other than CNN and RNN can be used. A network may also be employed.

[0050] (Step S3 in Figure 5) The office layout presentation server 1 sets predetermined conditions for presenting an office layout. Accept.

[0051] FIG. 7 shows an example of a condition input screen on the output unit of the user terminal according to the embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 7, the user outputs to the output unit 34 of the user terminal 3 shown in FIG. On the condition input screen S3, one or more “designer’s The user can select a "Designer Plan" (type of office layout). In addition to or instead of selecting a "size plan," you can also select, for example, the size of your office (area). Enter at least one piece of information (area, air volume, or volume) or the number of seats in the office. The number of seats in an office may be the number of chairs (furniture) placed in the office. In addition, if one piece of furniture is a piece of furniture that can seat multiple people, such as a bench or a large sofa, The number may take into consideration the number of people who can sit in the room.

[0052] As shown in FIG. 7, when the user presses the "Details" button B1 on the condition input screen S3, Then, a plan detail confirmation screen S5 is output to the output unit 34, and the specific "Designer Plan" The plan details confirmation screen S5 can be displayed on the condition input screen S3. Alternatively, the information may be output so as to be superimposed on the condition input screen S3. The condition input screen S3 is output to an area different from the area where the condition input screen S3 is output in the output unit 34. Good too.

[0053] The input method for condition information is shown in Figure 7, where one or more "designer plans" are selected. It may be a method of selecting one radio button from multiple radio buttons, such as A method of selecting specific content in a pull-down menu, such as entering "office area" and "seats" Alternatively, the method of inputting the condition information may be such that the user inputs desired content via the condition input screen S3. This may include text entry of the desired content, or may include voice entry of the desired content. stomach.

[0054] (Step S5 in Figure 5) The office layout presentation server 1 compares the acquired floor plan information with the received predetermined conditions. Based on the layout, we will provide a specific office layout that matches the floor plan and meets the specified conditions. Show.

[0055] FIG. 8 shows an office layout display on an output unit of a user terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. 8 is a diagram showing an example of a screen. As shown in FIG. 8, the office layout presentation server 1 The obtained floor plan information (floor plan FP shown in Fig. 6) and the accepted predetermined conditions (input Based on the conditions specified, we will select a specific office that fits the floor plan and meets the specified conditions. The layout OL is presented on the office layout presentation screen S7 in the output unit 34. As shown in Fig. 8, the presented office layout OL is, for example, the floor plan shown in Fig. 6. A layout in which one or more fixtures are arranged to meet certain conditions on the drawing FP. This is out image information.

[0056] The office layout presentation server 1 selects a specific office layout that matches the floor plan and satisfies predetermined conditions. When presenting the office layout of the office, for example, For example, the layout parameter (layout information LI shown in FIG. 4) is referred to. The office presentation server 1 presents a specific office layout that matches the floor plan and satisfies predetermined conditions. To present an Out OL, refer to the layout parameters and select one or more One or more areas may be assigned to the office, as described above. This may include specific areas such as a conference area, a break area, or a storage or archive area. There is no particular restriction on the order in which areas are assigned. For example, you can start from the office area. The condition information may include information about the user's occupation or industry. When the information is input, areas may be suggested according to the user's occupation or industry.

[0057] The office layout presentation server 1 refers to the layout parameters and Place one or more fixtures that fit the area, where the one or more fixtures are different. For example, a particular area may be equipped with chairs, tables, or chairs and A set of chairs with tables may be arranged. Also, depending on the size of the particular area, The size and type of chair, table or chair set may be determined accordingly.

[0058] In the above example, after assigning one or more areas to the floor plan, One or more pieces of furniture suitable for each area have been decided, but the first one to be placed in the floor plan Alternatively, after deciding on multiple fixtures, you may decide on one or more areas to place them in the floor plan. stomach.

[0059] FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an office layout confirmation screen displayed on an output unit of a user terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention. 9 is a diagram showing an example of a screen. As shown in FIG. In the office layout confirmation screen S9 output in 34, the presented office layout is For example, when the screen is switched on in the office layout presentation screen S7 in FIG. When the user presses the change button B3, the office layout confirmation screen S9 appears. On the office layout confirmation screen S9, the user can visualize the layout as if walking around the office. For example, 3D walk-through images are available so that visitors can see the office layout. The user can check the office layout by viewing the image or 3D walk-through video. It is possible to check the office layout displayed on screen S9. The office layout presentation screen S7 and the office layout confirmation screen S9 can be easily switched. The user can easily adjust the office layout in a game-like manner. It is also possible to do so.

[0060] According to the first example, the office layout presentation server 1 receives the acquired floor plan information and the received Based on the specified conditions, a specific office that fits the floor plan and meets the specified conditions For example, the office layout presentation server 1 presents the layout based on the floor plan and input conditions. One or more areas, such as aisle widths appropriate for the area, or one or more can present users with a specific office layout that takes into account multiple fixtures, etc. Therefore, the office layout can be presented easily and quickly.

[0061] (Example 2) The second example of the office layout presentation process reflects the updated results of the office layout. FIG. 10 shows a process for presenting a specific office layout according to an embodiment of the present invention. 10 is a flowchart showing a second example of the office layout presentation process. As such, the office layout presentation process of the second example includes steps S11 and S13.

[0062] (Step S11) The office layout presentation server 1 presents the office layout based on the input contents from the user. Update the content of the office layout. Changes to the content of the proposed office layout can be made by Changes to the office, area within the office, or type or size of furniture within the office In addition, changes to the proposed office layout may include the number of areas or the number of fixtures. As an example, the office layout presentation screen shown in FIG. On the screen S7, when the user selects the furniture to be changed (for example, chair C), In the selection field FSC, various chairs can be displayed as candidates, and Chair C can be selected. It is possible to change to other chairs. Also, in the design change column DMC, in the furniture selection column FSC, One or more pre-defined designs (e.g., colors, etc.) depending on the type of chair selected The chair design can be selected from the office layout presentation screen S7. The table lists various fixtures that the office layout presentation system 100 recommends as targets for change. A recommended fixture section RFC may also be included.

[0063] (Step S13) The office layout presentation server 1 displays the acquired floor plan information and the received predetermined conditions. In addition to the above, based on the updated contents of the office layout, , and presents a specific office layout that satisfies predetermined conditions.

[0064] For example, the office layout presentation system 100 is an office layout presentation system The office layout presented to each of the multiple users who use 100 and the The result of the office layout change made based on the instructions from the user (the office layout after the change) The office layout presentation system 100 records the specific User layout creation requests (e.g., uploading floor plan images and entering conditions) Based on this, the acquired floor plan information and the accepted conditions, as well as the recorded multiple By further referencing the change history of several users, it is possible to create an office that is suitable for that particular user. Present the layout.

[0065] The office layout presentation system 100 is The office layout presented to each of the multiple users and the responses from each user The results of the office layout changes made based on the instructions of ) and may be associated with each user in advance and trained to generate a layout presentation training model. In this case, the office layout presentation system 100 can create a layout for a specific user. Based on the request, the acquired floor plan information and the accepted conditions are added to the Using a layout presentation learning model, we present an office layout suitable for a specific user. The office layout presentation system 100 may present a layout to each of a plurality of users. The office layout shown and the office layout created based on instructions from each user The result of the change (the changed office layout) and the new data associated with (learning Once the training data is acquired, training can be performed using the training data periodically or at any time. The layout presentation learning model may be strengthened (updated) by The presentation system 100 may, for example, generate a layout from a network structure including the above-described CNN. The office layout presentation system 100 may generate a presentation learning model. In addition, the RNN may have a further coupled network structure.

[0066] According to the second example, the office layout presentation server 1 displays the acquired floor plan information and the received In addition to the specified conditions set by the office layout, the office layout will be updated based on the updated contents. It presents specific office layouts that fit the floor plan and meet the specified conditions. This allows the office layout to be presented according to the user's updated results, so it is possible to It is possible to present an office layout that is more suitable for the client.

[0067] (Example 3) The third example of the office layout presentation process reflects the results of the office layout evaluation. 11 shows a process for presenting a specific office layout according to an embodiment of the present invention. 11 is a flowchart illustrating a third example of the office layout presentation process. The office layout presentation process of the third example includes steps S21 and S23.

[0068] (Step S21) The office layout presentation server 1 presents a layout based on predetermined evaluation items related to the office layout. Specific office layouts presented based on the user's input The predetermined evaluation items in the office layout presentation system 100 are, for example, , including one or more evaluation items, evaluation items related to area allocation or area ratio, Evaluation items related to the furniture and fixtures placed in each area, and evaluation items related to the comfort of the office (e.g. The evaluation items include the suitability of the office flow (e.g., air volume, ventilation, etc.) and the appropriateness of the office flow. The office layout presentation server 1 presents the office layout. Automatically evaluate the evaluation items.

[0069] The office layout presentation server 1 displays the office layout on the office layout presentation screen S7 shown in FIG. In addition to the presented office layout, the user can Two putts, "Good" or "Bad" for the face layout Alternatively, evaluation items for the application may be output and the user may select the item. Three or more patterns of evaluation items such as good, good, average, bad, and very bad The user may also provide an evaluation of the office layout in the form of text or audio. The information may be input to the office layout presentation system 100 as voice information.

[0070] (Step S23) The office layout presentation server 1 displays the acquired floor plan information and the received predetermined conditions. In addition to the above, based on the results of the office layout evaluation, we will select the best office space that is suitable for the floor plan and is suitable for the location. Presents specific office layouts that meet certain criteria.

[0071] For example, the office layout presentation system 100 is an office layout presentation system The office layout presented to each of the multiple users who use 100 and the presented Record the evaluation results of the office layout and the related evaluation results. The layout presentation system 100 presents the acquired floor plan based on a layout creation request from a specific user. The system searches for office layouts that meet the received information and specified conditions. Then, the office layout presentation system 100 further refers to the recorded evaluation results. By this, for example, the plurality of office layouts searched for that are suitable for a specific user can be Among them, one or more office layouts with good evaluation results will be presented (ranked) The best office layout may be presented, or the best office layout may be presented. .

[0072] The office layout presentation system 100 is The office layout and the proposed office environment for each of the multiple users who will use the office are presented. The layout is then evaluated and the results of the evaluation are used as learning data. In this case, the office layout presentation system 100 may generate a presentation learning model. , based on a layout creation request of a specific user, the acquired floor plan information and In addition to the predetermined conditions, the layout presentation learning model is referenced to improve the search results. Presents office layouts with higher cores (more suitable for specific users). The layout presentation system 100 selects one of the office layouts with high search scores. You can prioritize and present office layouts with higher search scores, or you can prioritize and present office layouts with the highest search scores. A single office layout with the highest performance may be presented. The model uses new evaluation results as learning data periodically or at any time. The layout presentation learning model may be enhanced by learning.

[0073] According to the third example, the office layout presentation server 1 displays the acquired floor plan information and the received In addition to the specified conditions, the floor plan is further refined based on the results of the office layout evaluation. It presents specific office layouts that are suitable and meet the specified conditions. For example, the office layout presentation system 100 may provide evaluation results based on predetermined items. or the evaluation results of a plurality of users who use the office layout presentation system 100. It is possible to present an office layout according to at least one of the evaluation results. It presents office layouts that match the floor plan and input conditions and have high evaluation results, for example. It is possible.

[0074] (Other embodiments) The above-described embodiments are provided to facilitate understanding of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. The present invention is not intended to be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. The embodiments may be combined, and some configurations of each embodiment may be omitted. , the present invention also includes equivalents thereof.

[0075] For example, as described above, the office layout presentation server 1 (office layout presentation The functional configuration of the device is an acquisition unit 113, a reception unit 115, a presentation unit 117, and an update unit. However, at least some of these functions are This function may be provided in the user terminal 3 shown in FIG. 2. In this case, the user terminal 3 It operates as a "facility layout presentation device." [Explanation of symbols]

[0076] 1...Office layout presentation server, 3...User terminal, 11(31)...CPU, 12(3 2)...Memory, 13(33)...Input section, 14(34)...Output section, 15(35)...Recording section, 16(36)...Communication Department, 17(37)...Bus, 100...Office Layout Presentation System 111...information processing unit, 113...acquisition unit, 115...reception unit, 117...presentation unit, 119...change unit New Department, 121...Evaluation Department

Claims

1. An office layout presentation device that presents an office layout, a presentation unit that presents a specific office layout; a reception unit that receives predetermined conditions for presenting the office layout; an acquisition unit that acquires floor plan information relating to an office layout and an evaluation result for the presented specific office layout, The presentation unit searching for one or more office layouts that match the floor plan and satisfy the predetermined conditions based on the acquired floor plan information and the received predetermined conditions; presenting the specific office layout corresponding to the evaluation result from among the one or more office layouts based on the evaluation result; When a first fixture to be changed in the presented specific office layout is selected by a user, a second fixture different from the first fixture is presented to the user in a selectable manner; Generate a 3D image or a 3D video of the specific office layout that can be viewed from the perspective of a virtual walker through the office. Office layout presentation device.

2. The presentation unit presents a specific office layout that is compatible with the floor plan and satisfies the predetermined conditions by referring to layout information regarding the office layout based on the acquired floor plan information and the accepted predetermined conditions. The office layout presentation device according to claim 1 .

3. the presentation unit creates a floor plan based on the acquired floor plan information, and presents the specific office layout by arranging fixtures on the created floor plan. The office layout presentation device according to claim 2 .

4. The predetermined conditions include at least one piece of information about the type of office layout, the size of the office, or the number of seats in the office. The office layout presentation device according to claim 1 .

5. an update unit that updates the content of the presented specific office layout based on input content from a user; the presentation unit presents the specific office layout according to the update result based on the acquired floor plan information, the received predetermined conditions, and also on an update result of the content of the office layout. The office layout presentation device according to claim 1 .

6. An office layout presentation method for presenting an office layout, comprising: presenting a particular office layout; receiving predetermined conditions for presenting the office layout; obtaining floor plan information regarding the layout of an office and an evaluation result for the specific office layout provided; The step of presenting includes: searching for one or more office layouts that match the floor plan and satisfy the predetermined conditions based on the acquired floor plan information and the received predetermined conditions; presenting the specific office layout corresponding to the evaluation result from among the one or more office layouts based on the evaluation result; When a first fixture to be changed in the presented specific office layout is selected by a user, a second fixture different from the first fixture is presented to the user in a selectable manner; Generate a 3D image or a 3D video of the specific office layout that can be viewed from the perspective of a virtual walker through the office. How to present your office layout.

7. A program executed on a computer that presents an office layout, The computer a presentation unit that presents a specific office layout; a reception unit that receives predetermined conditions for presenting the office layout; an acquisition unit that acquires floor plan information regarding the office layout and an evaluation result for the presented specific office layout; It functions as The presentation unit searching for one or more office layouts that match the floor plan and satisfy the predetermined conditions based on the acquired floor plan information and the received predetermined conditions; presenting the specific office layout corresponding to the evaluation result from among the one or more office layouts based on the evaluation result; When a first fixture to be changed in the presented specific office layout is selected by a user, a second fixture different from the first fixture is presented to the user in a selectable manner; Generate a 3D image or a 3D video of the specific office layout that can be viewed from the perspective of a virtual walker through the office. program.

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