Before exploring and analyzing the corpus chosen for the representation of atmospheres, a simple example will be observed to measure the difficulty of the game of the representation of atmospheres in the project. This example is that of the choice that a designer could have between the strip window and the vertical window of the Renaissance type. This example has already been mentioned in the previous chapter as representative of the gap that can occur between an architectural discourse, the realization and the perception of the users. It seemed interesting to us at the beginning of the discussion on figuration to show that representation is a complex act passing through words and drawing.
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The future often feels distant, a concept discussed in reports and conferences. But for coastal and riverside cities around the world, the future is arriving faster than we think. The whispers of climate change are now a clear and present reality, echoed by stark warnings from the world’s leading scientific bodies. The challenge of rising sea levels is no longer an abstract threat; it is the defining architectural and social challenge of the 21st century.
Today, we’re taking a speculative journey to Nantes, France—a city defined by its relationship with the majestic Loire River. What happens when that relationship is irrevocably altered? What happens when the water rises for good?
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The Hybrid Workflow: A Critical Analysis of Parametric Seeding and AI-Driven Architectural Conceptualization using Beegraphy and Nano Banana
Introduction: The New Synthesis in Architectural Visualization
The contemporary practice of architectural design is witnessing a profound shift, marked by the convergence of two powerful yet philosophically distinct technological paradigms: the deterministic precision of computational design and the probabilistic creativity of generative artificial intelligence. This synthesis is forging a new « hybrid workflow » that redefines the process of architectural conceptualization. This workflow leverages the strengths of both domains, demonstrating a novel trajectory that begins with a single, data-rich parametric « seed » and evolves it into a fully articulated architectural space through conversational, AI-driven exploration.
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Laurent Lescop – 3D Viz – Parametric Design – Immersion – AI