Patterns have always existed – either imitating real life, or by creating abstract shapes, such as in the Arabic culture, they have been a way of embellishing and refining art. Architecture, being a sum of all arts, has obviously been influenced and it has changed its appearance depending on patterns. But we are now witnessing a reverse effect – patterns are no longer the dictators, but are dictated by architectural trends and software possibilities.
Courtesy of Andre Chiote
As seen in the works of Brazilian architect Andre Chiote, buildings can create patterns. He decided to pay tribute to famous building’s facades, with a series of 11 illustrations. Every single one has its own pattern, signature and is filled with the name of the architect that inspired it.
Courtesy of Andre Chiote
The beauty of contemporary pattern is that they are not only a product of the artist’s imagination, but a harmonious blend between software power and human creation.
Courtesy of Andre Chiote
By:Lidia Ratoi
Lidia Ratoi is a Romanian architect, educator, and researcher, currently serving as Assistant Professor at the University of Hong Kong’s Department of Architecture. With a background in both architectural design and theory, her work explores the intersections of technology, media, and politics in the built environment. Ratoi’s research focuses on the aesthetics of power, surveillance, and virtuality, with a strong interest in critical and speculative design. She has practiced internationally and exhibited in venues across Europe and Asia. Passionate about challenging conventional narratives, Ratoi integrates digital tools with philosophical inquiry, encouraging experimental approaches to architecture. Her contributions continue to shape emerging discourses in design and architectural pedagogy.