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This article was written by SOWJANYA MADHIRA and published on uni.xyz, a platform for design professionals and creative thinkers.

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This article covers topics related to Extreme Architecture, Artificial Intelligence. DESERT COMPOUND ARID: TOURISM OF ABSENCE AND ABUNDANCE

Base Beyond

DESERT COMPOUND ARID: TOURISM OF ABSENCE AND ABUNDANCE

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SOWJANYA MADHIRA published Design Process under Extreme Architecture, Artificial Intelligence on Jun 24, 2025

This journal is associated with BASE BEYOND project

The design process began with conceptual explorations using AI-assisted image generation based on keywords like tensile structure, metal ropes, sculptural, and elevated. These visuals informed the formal language of the project. We focused on lightweight, breathable architecture using 3D knit fabric as the primary material. Its ability to be customized in porosity, density, and layering allowed us to shape continuous architectural skins with built-in structural properties. To enhance sustainability, we integrated photovoltaic yarns into the fabric, enabling energy generation directly from the building envelope. Performance studies showed a single cabin could generate 6–19 times its energy needs. We used a workflow of sketch-to-image to 3D mesh generation, iterating hundreds of formal options and refining them based on structural feasibility, site conditions, and program fit. The final forms were selected for their ability to merge aesthetics, function, and fabrication logic within an adaptive and high-performance envelope system.

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SOWJANYA MADHIRA

An architect with over two years of professional experience, Sowjanya Madhira is a highly motivated designer and planner. In addition to working well in teams, she is capable of quickly grasping concepts and developing them independently. She is focused on curating spatial experiences and refining the technical details of structures. During her graduate program, she conducted extensive research on emerging tools and technologies, including generative AI software, and explored their integration into architectural workflows. With a growth mindset, she continually updates her skills and is driven to produce impactful results.