Abdulrasheed Buhari
University of Ilorin, Ilorin
Nigeria
Architecture
The form concept (cuboid) was born out of the regular plot shape (rectangle) and oriented towards North-South axis for optimum daylighting and reduced thermal gain. Void was carved out in order to create an open courtyard system that will permit more daylight, air for cross ventilation, and a private open space for domestic chores. The resultant form was then divided into the three major quarters; Maigida (husband’s) quarters, Yaran gida (children’s) quarters, and Matan gida (wives’ &…
Design is a bit too close to the edge of the picture. But whole composition is fine. So it would be fine, to maybe just to move camera few steps back.
The shadows should have a certain gradient and lighten from the roof down. That's probably the only distracting thing here, otherwise it's very nice.
Textures on the wall are too dark, it is not clear what material it really is. It is connected with shadows in different feedback here. Texture on the vase have a standard issue - bad scale or UV mapping. You should change scale or mapping.
An unusual presentation of architecture, usually in visualizations people try to portray the characters so that they are not very expressive and do not disturb the architecture. In this case, however, it naturally follows the function. Family photography is actually a very good form of presentation.
Here the difference between the shadows of people and buildings is very significant. Shadows should be darker and with a gradient. The background and foreground of the image would fit together better.