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The Art of Futuristic Design: A Captivating Journey Step into a world where architecture meets imagination, where buildings become canvases for artistic expression. My latest AI artwork presents a mesmerizing fusion of futuristic design and thought-provoking symbolism. In this captivating piece, a futuristic cityscape emerges, adorned with a prominent face that seamlessly integrates with the architecture. This face represents the essence of expression, breath, and vision, adding a unique layer of depth to the overall composition. The mouth signifies a range of expressions, the nose symbolizes life through plants and openings, and the eyes serve as windows to gaze both inside and outside. Together, they spark a dialogue on the interplay between form, function, and the human experience. I invite you to share your thoughts and insights in the comment section!

Have you ever been in an area that was beautiful but lacking something? Like it was perfect, but it was cold and lacking a narrative. Art fills the gap, not as a diversion but as the last component. People have expressed concern that art could overpower the main design or architecture, but I've discovered that art and architecture are not competitors. They are partners. A space's identity and structure are derived from its architecture. On the other side, art gives it vitality. When carefully selected, art enhances the design. It establishes balance, softens some elements, and draws attention to others. Picture a large lobby with simple, elegant lines. Without detracting from the building, a powerful abstract artwork can serve as a focal point, attracting attention and adding personality to the room. Rather, it conveys a narrative that the form by itself was unable to adequately express. Therefore, consider art as the voice that completes the discourse rather than as a diversion. Architecture and art work together to create places that feel unique in addition to being beautiful. What do you say!! #ArtAndArchitecture #InteriorDesignInspiration #AbstractArtForSpaces

Modern Architectural Illustration Description: Today, I created this modern architectural illustration. This piece features a stylized building with a focus on clean lines and bold colors. It's a part of my ongoing exploration into digital art and design, aiming to capture the essence of urban structures. Hashtags: #ArchitectureDesign #GraphicDesign #ModernArt #DigitalIllustration #CreativeDesign #UrbanArt #ArtisticExpression #BuildingIllustration

LOOKS LIKE A 1960'S COUNCIL BUILDING That was one of the comments on the BBC website announcing the 2024 House of the Year Award given to Six Columns in Crystal Palace. I have to admit, I get where they're coming from. If I'm honest, the thought went through my mind when I was looking at the photographs (apologies to all my architect friends). They all have a washed-out aged look to them. As if they were taken many years ago. An architect will look at the photographs and think about the brutalist style of architecture typical of Le Corbusier. They will consider the unfinished look and appreciate that this is because it was designed to be a flexible future-proofed design. In fact, none of the internal walls are load-bearing. The rest of us will still think "Not for me." I then found an article in the Standard which I'd recommend reading. It also contains, dare I say it, a couple of (better) brighter, friendlier photographs. It explains more of the features that make the property interesting and gives it a more human feel. It tells a better story. Dare I say, I even began to see why it might have won. So I guess the answer is choosing the right method of communication for each particular audience. What do you think? #architecture #building #design #construction

Learn the process of transforming natural materials into architectural works of art using borrowed land. https://ow.ly/OpMZ30sEplv #art #design

The tunnels at Hobart’s Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) and Beijing’s SKP-S share striking architectural similarities, but their materials—textured stone versus reflective dichroic glass—demand vastly different lighting approaches. Having led the SKP-S project during my time at Light.iQ, I’ve seen first-hand how crucial it is to tailor lighting to the material. In the world of architecture and design, lighting is often regarded as the final flourish—the element that brings a space to life. However, lighting is all too often treated as a one-size-fits-all solution, applied without proper consideration for the materials and space it interacts with. This can lead to visually and functionally compromised spaces, where the unique qualities of a surface are either lost or distorted. In these two cases, the reflective dichroic glass shines with a linear fixture concealed within its frame, while the textured matte stone gains depth from floor-level uplighting. Swapping these techniques wouldn’t work as effectively—while light would still be present, the intended visual impact and material enhancement would be lost. Lighting isn't just about providing sufficient illumination within a space; it’s about enhancing the material and spatial experience. Let’s move beyond mediocre “copy & paste” solutions and embrace the nuance that thoughtful lighting design offers. What are your thoughts? Is there light at the end of tunnel? 😊

Iluka is proud to have been part of the Apartments and Townhouses – Designing for People and Place design guide, developed in collaboration with Sunshine Coast Council’s Urban Design and Architecture team. This guide aims to inspire and inform the design of multi-unit dwellings that reflect the unique character of the Sunshine Coast. It’s a practical resource that promotes liveable, sustainable communities while preserving the qualities that make our region so special. Iluka focused on the visual storytelling, crafting 3D illustrations, diagrams, and photography that bring the guide’s vision to life. Iluka's goal was to ensure the content is not only clear and engaging but also a true celebration of the place we call home. We’re excited to see how this design guide can help shape a future for the Sunshine Coast that balances growth with a deep respect for its people, environment, and place. #SunshineCoastDesign #SunshineCoast #Architecture #UrbanDesgn #LandscapeArchitecture #VisualCommunications

EYE IS AN OBJECT OF ARCHITECTURE. WHY? Eye is crucial for visual interpretation. It is a complex system that converts light into images and colours. Without it, we would not be able to perceived images in our mind. Eyes enabled us to appreciate the beauty of nature and capable of producing art the way we interpreted it. For example, Black has different shades. We are able to differentiate the blackest of black and the lightest of the black. From this, we could use different types of colour to picture emotion and feeling such as love often portrayed with pink and sadness with blue. In term of architectural, Red is often for warnings or for awareness. With eyes, we would be able to design art. People with vision disability do not able to recreate images into design yet alone to think of other than their other working body senses such as touch, smell and hear. We should be grateful and help those in needs to design spaces and facilities that could help them. Furthermore, Architecture is a way of producing arts to accommodate people and help them living their daily activities better while maintaining the art. Architecture is an art everyone to live in a better way including animals. Architecture is not only to design building, but observing the issues and to design the solution for better or proper way of living, Therefore, without eyes, we would not be able to detect what are the issues that are lacking for everyone to live in a better environment. #ARCHITECTURE #SCHOOLWORK #PERCEPTION

"Design and Representation Studio Project" In this course, the brief required us to propose various temporary activity concepts that would preserve the integrity of the ancient aqueducts present in 'Parco di Torre Fiscale' without altering their current state. On the panel, the top left section presents a contextual analysis of the site, illustrating the existing conditions of the aqueducts. In the top right, you’ll find the master plan collaboratively developed by my group, showcasing our overall design strategy. The central section highlights individual contributions, where each team member's concept is visually represented (with detailed exploration in dedicated sheets). At the bottom, a captivating bird’s-eye view renders the final design proposal, offering a comprehensive visual summary of our collective vision. The layout of the sheet was intentionally kept simple, guiding the viewer through the current site conditions, the proposed intervention, individual contributions, and the final outcome in a cohesive and easily digestible manner. #Architettura #DesignTemporaneo #ProgettiCollaborativi #ConservazioneStorica #AquedottiRomani #DesignSostenibile #RappresentazioneArchitettonica #ProgettazioneUrbana #ArchitetturaItaliana #StudioDiProgetto #SpaziPubblici #UrbanDesign #Rendering3D #InnovazioneArchitettonica #DesignDelPaesaggio

We asked a CEPT student about the most challenging part of preparing for an exhibition , and their insights showcase the dedication, creativity, and hard work that goes into making every detail perfect. . . #CEPTExhibition #WinterExhibition #studentwork #studio #project #models #drawing #photos #sketches #portfolio #architecture #design #urbanmanagement #urbandesign #planning #urabnplanning #technology #civilengineering