AI Architecture Design

Honorable Mention, Artificial Nature 2, Arch Hive, 05/2024

According to a United Nations report, 70% of the world’s coral reefs are under threat—20% have already been destroyed, 24% are facing imminent collapse, and another 26% are subject to long-term risks. In response to the urgent environmental, economic, and social consequences of ocean degradation, this project presents an AI-generated architectural design inspired by the structural logic of coral skeletons.

The building’s exterior mimics the complex, porous forms of natural coral reefs, providing habitats and shelter for marine life. Its intricate surface invites the attachment of algae, anemones, and other organisms, gradually cultivating a rich ecosystem. The rough texture and varied geometry offer ideal settlement conditions for coral larvae, fostering coral regeneration and biodiversity.

Photosynthetic organisms such as algae attached to the façade absorb carbon dioxide, contributing to reduced ocean acidity and mitigating climate change. By creating a living, self-sustaining marine environment, the structure not only supports aquatic biodiversity but also symbolizes a new paradigm of biomimetic, eco-conscious architecture.

This innovative building exemplifies how design, artificial intelligence, and ecological science can converge to raise public awareness and participation in marine conservation. Through its functional and symbolic alignment with coral reef ecosystems, it contributes meaningfully to the restoration and future resilience of oceanic life.