Diana
Sulaiman

the villa

exploring how architecture settles naturally into the landscape

This project marked my first exploration of placing architecture within a fully developed outdoor environment. Working from construction drawings provided by Intressanta Hus, I translated the villa Pure 1:161 into a detailed 3D model in Autodesk 3ds Max, focusing on creating an accurate architectural representation while allowing light and materiality to shape the atmosphere of the scene.

My intention was to explore the relationship between architecture and landscape; how light, materials, and vegetation interact to create a sense of belonging within the site.

Using Forest Pack, I created the surrounding vegetation, while RailClone was used for architectural details such as the wooden façade and metal roof.

3ds Max | V-Ray | Photoshop

the chair

translating form, materiality, and detail into a tactile visual experience

The task was to model a contemporary chair based solely on photographic references, with an emphasis on understanding form, proportion, and materiality. I selected the N-LC02 Lounge Chair designed by Norm Architects, drawn to its refined geometry and subtle balance between structure and softness.

My intention was to capture the character of the design as accurately as possible — not only through its geometry, but through the way light interacts with its surfaces and materials.

The project also explored how a product can be presented visually, from controlled studio lighting to more contextual imagery, highlighting both the overall form and the finer material details.

3ds Max | Corona | Photoshop

urban architecture

capturing atmosphere, movement, and contemporary coastal living

This project explored the visualization of an unbuilt waterfront development along the Black Sea near Batumi, based on Revit material and project information provided by the London-based visualization studio Pixelflakes.

Working from predefined views and architectural material, the assignment focused on translating complex information into images that communicate atmosphere, lifestyle, and architectural intent.

My focus was placed on the relationship between architecture, landscape, and social interaction along the marina and surrounding waterfront. Through composition, lighting, vegetation, and human activity, the aim was to create visuals that feel immersive, believable, and connected to contemporary coastal living.

3ds Max | V-Ray | Photoshop | AI (for the 3D people)

abstraction

creating a visual narrative that bridges fine art and architectural visualization

This project marked my first step into 3D, assigned at the beginning of October 2025. The task was to select an artwork and reinterpret its atmosphere through light, space, form, and composition.

I selected L'Étoile by Edgar Degas, a piece that captures grace, movement, and the quiet drama of the stage. My intention was to translate these qualities into an interior scene shaped by soft light, delicate composition, and a sense of motion frozen in time.

3ds Max | Corona | Photoshop

matte painting

blending photography and architecture into a cohesive visual narrative

This project explored the creation of an atmospheric environment through the combination of photography, composition, and digital image-making.

The task was to construct a believable scene by working with a base image as a foundation for perspective, light, and spatial context. I selected a landscape from Pexels, depicting the Seven Sisters cliffs along the English Channel, drawn to its strong natural character and quiet atmosphere.

The concept was guided by a compositional approach based on triangular forms and diagonal lines. My intention was to introduce a sense of tension and direction, allowing the architectural element to emerge naturally within the landscape.

The building concept was developed through digital sketching and carefully integrated into the scene through matching of light, scale, and perspective in Photoshop, aiming to create a seamless and cohesive visual narrative.F

Photoshop | Firefly | AI Grok (for animation)

renovation

transforming existing interiors through atmosphere, light, and spatial clarity

This project explored the transformation of an existing interior through a full 3D renovation, focusing on how visualization can communicate the potential of a space.

Working from an existing layout, the apartment was reinterpreted into a more contemporary and cohesive living environment while maintaining a strong sense of realism. Particular attention was given to the kitchen and living areas, where light, materiality, and spatial flow define the atmosphere.

My intention was to create images that feel both aspirational and believable, subtly enhancing the qualities of the original space through light, materiality, and atmosphere.

3ds Max | Corona | Photoshop