Abstract:In contemporary architectural practice, computer-aided architectural design technology, exemplified by parametric design, has assumed a pivotal role. However, previous research in this domain has predominantly concentrated on the advancement of computing technology itself, often overlooking the nuanced evolution of computing perspective at the theoretical level. Notably the disparity between traditional architectural theory and contemporary computer-aided architectural practice has been frequently neglected, causing a technical dogmatism in research. Consequently, this paper delves into the historical development of computational perspective within architectural theory research spanning the period from the 1930s to 1970s. It aims to elucidate the imperative of integrating traditional architectural theory into the realm of computer-aided architectural design.