In Tirana, a new tower designed by NOA reflects the rapid transformations of the Albanian capital. The archetypal village house with a gabled roof is multiplied and stacked in a dizzying vertical composition, resembling a puzzle that awaits its final piece—capturing both the city’s past and its future yet to be written.
Project name
Puzzle Tirana
Architecture firm
NOA, Atelier4
Location
Rruga Medar Shtylla, Tirana, Albania
Visualization
Atelier4, NOA
Status
Preliminary Design Approval
Typology
Commercial › Mixed-use
The design of the clothing and fashion design company in the style of Memar Tabiat, this company inspired by nature, was carried out with the aim of creating a warm and creative environment. The company includes: reception hall, clothing designers' room, sewing designers' room, designers' lounge.
Project name
Clothing & Fashion Company Design
Architecture firm
Nature Architect
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Sahar Ghahremani Moghadam
Design team
Nature Architect
Visualization
Sahar Ghahremani Moghadam
Typology
Commercial Architecture
A “Genetic Polyclinic with biomimicry design” is a conceptual healthcare facility inspired by natural forms, systems, and processes to create a sustainable and innovative environment for genetic research, diagnostics, and treatment.
Project name
Genetic Polyclinic
Architecture firm
Peter Stasek Architects - Corporate Architecture
Location
Budweis, Czech Republic
Tools used
ArchiCAD, Grasshopper, Rhinoceros 3D, Autodesk 3ds Max, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Peter Stasek
Visualization
South Visuals
Typology
Healthcare Architecture
Nestled into a steep hillside overlooking the Texas Hill Country, the Lariat Springs Residence enjoys expansive views from its clandestine perch. The residence sits within the landscape along a cliff’s edge disturbing little of its surroundings and largely blending into the colors and textures of the limestone outcroppings dotted with oak and junip...
Project name
Lariat Springs Residence
Architecture firm
Clayton Korte
Location
New Braunfels, Texas, USA
Principal architect
Brian Korte
Design team
Brian Korte FAIA, Partner. Josh Nieves AIA, Architect
Typology
Residential › House
Batea + Partners: Design a sustainable resort in Zanzibar City that harmonizes with the natural environment and supports the local community while enhancing the quality of life for both visitors and residents.
Project name
Royal Mandarin Resort
Architecture firm
Batea + Partners
Location
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tools used
Sketchup, Photoshop, Rhino, 3dmax, Corona, Revit, Bim360.
Principal architect
Ahmed Batea
Collaborators
School of Architecture in Egypt SAE
Client
MSG Touristic group
Status
Rebuilt and new Functions additions
Typology
Hospitality › Resort
This project captures the essence of Iranian architectural heritage while integrating modern elements to offer a unique blend of tradition and contemporary design. The design pays homage to Persian aesthetics, using vibrant tiles.
Project name
Persian Harmony Residence
Architecture firm
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Visualization
Rezvan Yarhaghi
Typology
Residential › House
Design for the De Roosenberg Community Centre in Oud-Heverlee (south of Leuven, Belgium) builds on a longstanding collaboration between the two practices, and a shared interest in working with existing buildings. It involves a comprehensive transformation of an existing 1990s building.
Project name
De Roosenberg Community Centre
Architecture firm
Henley Halebrown, WV Architecten
Location
Oud-Heverlee, Belgium
Design team
Jack Hawthorne (Henley Halebrown), Sebastiaan Wouters (WV Architecten)
Collaborators
Landscape Architect: Ateliers Damien Derouaux; Structural Engineer: Denkbar BV; Services Engineer: Raco BV; Acoustic Engineer: D2S International
Client
Gemeentebestuur Oud-Heverlee
Typology
Community Center
AI is a powerful tool in architectural visualization. It enhances predictive accuracy and creative potential. Predictive algorithms help architects make informed decisions about sustainability. Generative algorithms explore creative ideas beyond traditional design thinking.
Written by
Shona Jennifer
