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Project Architects: Ali Nazari, Nastran Fazeli, Mohammad Aghaei

Baobab Waterfall: Submerged Ecosystem
The Vision
Beneath the monumental surface of the "Baobab Waterfall" lies a thriving underwater habitat designed to harmonize with Madagascar's rich marine biodiversity. This sub-aquatic perspective showcases the facility's submerged infrastructure. Rather than disrupting the ocean floor, the architectural shell is engineered to act as an artificial reef, actively integrating with and supporting the surrounding marine ecosystem while generating clean energy.

The CG Workflow
Reimagined in 2026 from its original 2020 concept, this specific visualization required a deep dive into underwater rendering techniques. The intricate geodesic substructure was modeled using a hybrid Archicad, Rhino, and 3ds Max workflow.

The primary technical challenge was mastering the sub-aquatic atmosphere. V-Ray was essential for simulating complex underwater physics—specifically the dramatic volumetric light (god rays) piercing the ocean surface and the subtle, refracting caustics wrapping around the metallic structure. To achieve the hyper-realistic vibrancy of the coral reef, schooling fish, and distant whale, I combined advanced photobashing with AI-assisted detailing. This allowed me to seamlessly blend the stark, modern 3D geometry with the chaotic beauty of a living, dense aquatic environment.