Aquarium visualization

[Don_Duck]

Hi!

 

I'm a long time reader of the forum but this is my first post here. I'm currently doing my diploma in architecture which is to plan and design an aquarium. My focus is on using the building itself as a supporting narrative to the exhibition and to try and translate the different settings and worlds of the ocean into unique spaces.

The huge challenge is, how do I present this?

 

I thought I could take advantage of the very knowledgeable and creative people in here and ask for suggestions and or examples on aquarium visualization, particularly interiors. I'm thinking about a composite of animation/fly-thru with drawings etc but I'm open to suggestions, as there is plenty of challenges with the caustics and lighting conditions. How would you guys proceed in doing this?

[neko]

no offense, but wouldn't it make more sense to concentrate on the design of the building and exhibits first ?

 

the architecture should then allow you a better understanding of how best to present it.

 

if the building is well designed, communicating it appropriately should not be your biggest worry.

[Don_Duck]

Of course, and I am doing that However, since this forum is about archviz the communication of it was what I wanted to discuss as I have seen very few examples of aquarium visualisations and presentations.

[neko]

i understand that, but all i'm saying is maybe it's too early to worry about.

 

can you show us a little what it looks like then ? i've designed an aquarium before.

[neko]

good opportunity to plug this building by renzo piano....

 

http://www.archdaily.com/6810/california-academy-of-sciences-renzo-piano/

[John Dollus]

 

here's a good presentation set from PGAV for the Atlanta Aquarium. For themed envirmonments, it's usually best to stick with a pov from the guest experience to get a true sense of the impact of the design.

[Don_Duck]

Thank you! This is exactly the sort of examples I was looking for