In the volcanic heart of Kalapana, Hawaii, a futuristic structure gently rests upon the rock, like an organic creature finding refuge. It doesn’t conquer the landscape, it contemplates it. Inspired by parasitic architecture, Volcano Shell adapts to its surroundings like a natural extension of the hardened lava.
Project name
Volcano Shell
Architecture firm
ORCA Design
Location
Kalapana, Hawaii
Tools used
Rhinoceros 3D, Revit, Unreal Engine, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Marcelo Ortega, Chris an Ortega, Jose Ortega
Design team
Chris an Ortega, Marcelo Ortega, José Ortega, Paula Zapata, Alexandra Gavilanez, Daniela Carvajal, Eliza Heredia, Camila Salinas
Collaborators
Francisco Perez, Wuilder Salcedo
Visualization
ORCA Design
Typology
Residential › Housing
Villa Ayoka is an architectural masterpiece nestled in the heart of Bali's jungle, where lush nature merges with organic, sculptural design. Inspired by the fluid forms of tropical flora and the spiritual connection to the earth, this villa redefines luxury by effortlessly integrating with its surroundings.
Architecture firm
Veliz Arquitecto
Tools used
SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana
Design team
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana, Luis Yariel
Collaborators
Luis Yariel
Visualization
Veliz Arquitecto
Typology
Residential › Villa
Dividing the site into three sections with a central “mobility zone” and utilizing the surrounding zones for services is an intriguing and functional approach. This layout strikes a balance between recreation and accessibility, offering a well-rounded experience for visitors.
Project name
Kelarsky Adventure Park
Architecture firm
Gelan Architects
Location
Kelardasht, Mazandaran, Iran
Tools used
Rhinoceros 3D, Unreal Engine
Principal architect
Mohammad Kaafy, Mahtab Hasani
Design team
Mahdi Mirahmadi
Collaborators
Shero Vartoumian, Ali Agheli
Visualization
Shayan Hoseini
Status
Under Construction
Typology
Public Space › Park
In the heart of the Atacama Desert, Hotel Zanura "Flower of Silence" was born, a sculptural hotel inspired by the desert flower, a natural phenomenon that transforms aridity into ephemeral beauty.
Project name
Hotel Zanura "Flower of Silence"
Architecture firm
Veliz Arquitecto
Location
Atacama Desert, Chile
Tools used
SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana
Design team
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana
Visualization
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
The main structure has an ovoid or spherical shape, evoking a cocoon or suspended nest, suggesting an integration with nature from a biomimetic perspective.
Project name
Nidum Cabina
Architecture firm
Veliz Arquitecto
Location
Colombia and Mexico
Tools used
SketchUp, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana
Design team
Jorge Luis Veliz Quintana
Visualization
Veliz Arquitecto
Typology
Residential › House
Trionest is a conceptual interior design project for a compact duplex residential unit located in Gorgan, Iran. The design is rooted in a modern approach that harmoniously blends three essential and expressive materials: wood, stone, and iron-each representing warmth, permanence, and structural clarity.
Architecture firm
Mohsen Arabali
Tools used
Auotodesk 3ds Max, Rhinoceros 3D, Corona Renderer, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Mohsen Arabali
Design team
Mohsen Arabali
Visualization
Mohsen Arabali
Typology
Residential › Residential Interior, Duplex Unit
In the traditional and historic houses of Isfahan, the connection between the city and the residents is often diminished. Beyond climatic, cultural, and religious factors, there is a rationale behind this architectural design. Considering the shifts in culture, how is the lifestyle of people in Isfahan evolving?
Project name
Najafi’s House
Architecture firm
Kian Design Studio
Tools used
Rhinoceros 3D, AutoCAD, Autodesk 3ds Max, Lumion, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Kian Hashemi Kashi
Design team
Zahra Reas Karami
Typology
Residential › House
The Marquee Hotel is an innovatively designed seven-star boutique hotel that focuses on sustainability and human wellbeing, boasting numerous professional awards worldwide. Its architecture is based on a modern interpretation of the marquee pavilion used by Oriental nomads since time immemorial.
Architecture firm
ALTER EGO Project Group
Location
AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Tools used
AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit
Principal architect
ALTER EGO Project Group
Design team
ALTER EGO Project Group
Visualization
ALTER EGO Project Group
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
