Futuristic City
Concept Art Illustration for Yuwei Rita Li
Futuristic City envisions a future city where futuristic architecture incorporates elements of art deco, art nouveau, and historical styles, creating a fusion of classic aesthetics and innovation. This project also explores the fusion of architectural styles and the human-centric approach in futuristic city design. By adding classic aesthetic elements and a humane touch, this series aim to create a captivating visual experience. It challenges the conventional depiction of white and high-tech sci-fi cities and showcases the rich history of architectural design.
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Unique Properties
“Futuristic City” envisions a future city where futuristic architecture incorporates elements of art deco, art nouveau and Roman styles, creating a harmonious fusion of classic aesthetics and innovation.
Tags
concept art, illustration, architecture
Production Technology
The illustration is done digitally. I first used Blender, a 3d modeling software, to create base models, lighting and rendering to serve as a base for digital painting. I used Photoshop to paint digitally on top to create the final painting.
Design Challenge
To imagine and illustrate a future city, I need to expand my knowledge of architectural design, environment design, and city planning. I created a style guide that combines contemporary design with classic aesthetics, and I applied my original unique style to the architecture. The balance between the two styles is the most challenging and the highlight of this project.
Project Duration
This project was completed from 2020 to 2021 in the US.
Operation Flow
Concept Art. This environment concept art shows the possibility of innovative architecture that combined with classic aesthetics.
Research
A study on historical architecture and modern architecture. Mainly focus on art deco, art nouveau, and Roman architecture. To create this unique style, I referenced the Roman rounded arches, pillars, and vaulting. Then I combined them with the Art Deco speed lines as well as the decorative elements from art nouveau.
Inspiration
I am fascinated by how architecture can revive and combine previous styles. I believe that a futuristic city should not only consist of white and clean buildings commonly seen in sci-fi movies. Instead, it can embody a more human-centric approach, showcasing the rich history of architectural design. Thus I want to add classic aesthetic elements and humane touch to this series of digital illustrations, aiming to create a captivating visual experience.
Image Credits
Yuwei (Rita) Li
Project Overview
Futuristic City Concept Art Illustration has been a Iron winner in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design award category in the year 2023 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Iron Recognition
Yuwei (Rita) Li was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2024, a testament to excellence of their work Futuristic City Concept Art Illustration.
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