Architectural Insights: A Journey through Visualisation with Muktar Ajibola

Today, we are shining the spotlight on Muktar Ajibola from our Architecture Department. Muktar holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Architecture from the University of Plymouth, United Kingdom. He specialises in architectural visualisation and has contributed to several high-profile building projects across Nigeria.

As a member of PrimeTech’s visualisation team, Muktar is responsible for creating conceptual design strategies, strong visualisation and presentation images for projects. This is an integral part of the design process, entailing the 3D visualisation of a project from conception to completion of the physical structure. It is crucial in project acquisition, as the success of his team has the capacity to guarantee short and long term business opportunities for the company.

In this inaugural episode of Meet the Expert, Muktar Ajibola shares his career journey and insights.

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What is your typical workflow on a project?

My typical workflow on a project goes like this: First we ensure to understand the client’s brief and requirements; second we sketch and iterate design solutions; third we make block models for program configuration; next we use computer-aided software like Revit to bring our plans to accurate specifications and to make 3D models.

This process is followed by the use of AI software like Veras for Revit to test idea possibilities. It is at this state that we transfer our work to software like SketchUp and 3ds Max, where more detailed modelling is done, and the project is prepared for visualization (using software like Vray, Blender and Enscape, depending on the use case and project constraints).

Finally, a presentation document is collated that has all the date needed for the project concept, including the rendered images and area specifications.

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What does your role contribute in terms of clients’ satisfaction?

It is naturally difficult for designers to get the clients to visualize the end product using 2D. My work presents clients with a 3 dimensional orientation of all design elements getting them to appreciate design intents through detailed visualisation and animations, which also serves as a reference point to the entire design team - architecture, structural, mechanical and electrical units, and effect highly realistic environmental details, saving time and allowing synchronisation for a robust design programme to guarantee clients’ satisfaction.

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What has your career journey been like?

I would say that my career journey has been intellectually stimulating. I have worked in creative offices in Abuja and Lagos, gaining exposure through a range of prominent projects in the country, spanning several sectors. I joined PrimeTech in 2021 and have since expanded my experience to become an integral part of the architecture team, working on projects of varying scales, from exhibitions to master plan developments.

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Why did you choose to work with PrimeTech?

I knew about PrimeTech while at a previous employment and, in all honesty, I had no idea what it would be like to work here, however, the brand image was impressive and I could tell that it was a structured workplace with highly qualified professionals. And as envisaged, PrimeTech is a micro-village of connected and supportive individuals. It provides a very encouraging environment where relationships extend beyond work. The management puts considerable effort into creating a work environment and culture that make work comfortable for staff.

PrimeTech is also highly advanced, placing a premium on the application of up-to-date quality management systems, applicable anywhere in the world. We utilise a wide range of software that enables efficient collaboration, supporting our high taste for photorealism.

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What is the future of architecture in Nigeria?

More than ever, there is a need for companies to adapt to the ever-changing business world. I think this is well understood at PrimeTech, and it must be the reason why the Management remains committed to achieving extraordinary results through innovative physical and digital practices that are tailored to clients' immediate and future demands.

With powerful digital innovations like the artificial intelligence unfolding before our very eyes, we should anticipate an industry transformation involving the integration of this advancement into the methodology. At the moment, it is difficult to predict the real effects that #AI will have in the future because of several complexities that its uses have brought up. Nevertheless, I think its impact will be significant on the profession and its practice as far as Africa is concerned. Any architect or firm that seeks to remain relevant must keep a watchful eye on this advancement and ensure to update skills and technology along with the development to not be left behind. Besides remaining relevant, there is a need for African architectural designers to participate in the development of Generative AI in order to continue to retain and to impress our identity upon the world, and more so, for the provision of Africa-specific contextual solutions.

For more about PrimeTech’s design engineering and technical services, as well as its project portfolio, visit www.primetech-solutions.com

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