AI for Design and Architecture

In this lesson, you'll get acquainted with 'Midjorney,' a neural network that has revolutionized the world of 2D graphics and web design, and learn how it can be utilized to create stunning visual projects.

This lesson demonstrates how to install Discord, create your own server, and add the Midjorney bot, preparing you for working with neural networks in design.

Homework:

Install Discord and add the neural network bot ?

In this lesson, we'll learn to craft prompts for the Midjourney neural network to create unique interior designs and explore various image formats and their applications.

Using the Editing Functions for an Enlarged Image in Midjourney

When you select one of the four generated images and enlarge it, you will see a row of buttons under it for editing.

You can double the size of the image by pressing the "Upscale (x2)" button, or quadruple it with the "Upscale (x4)" button.

There is also the possibility to modify the obtained image:

"Vary (Subtle)" - makes minor changes to the image;

"Vary (Strong)" - for radical changes;

"Vary (Region)" - changes a specific area of the image, which you select with a selection tool, similar to the one in Photoshop, and specify changes in your prompt.

You can also choose:

"Zoom Out 2x" - zooms out the scene by twice, adding elements around the image;

"Zoom Out 1.5x" - the same but by 1.5 times;

"Custom Zoom" - allows you to determine how much the image will be enlarged by changing the "--zoom" parameter in the prompt, and you can also change the image format with the "--ar" parameter.

The "left," "right," "up," "down" arrows allow you to change the image format by drawing extra parts on a certain side.

By pressing the "Web" button, you will open your image on the Midjourney website. This is interesting because there you will find the "My images" gallery with all the images you have created. And by choosing "Explore," you can view all the images on a similar theme created by users from around the world.

And the heart-shaped button - "like" - allows you to praise the neural network for the created image, thereby helping it to learn, remembering that it correctly understood your request.

Prompt used in the lesson:

• Living room interior

Homework:

• Develop a version of an interior design using either the lesson's given prompt or your own creative prompts.

Creating interiors with Midjourney, transforming your imagination into real design solutions.

Prompts used in the lesson:

1.   Kitchen interior, Industrial style, Concrete, stainless steel textures, Monochromatic gray color palette, Natural light from large windows, Loft apartment, Bright and airy, Exposed beams and ductwork —ar 16:9

2.   Living room and kitchen combined interior, Traditional style, Fireplace, Rich wood, fabric, and traditional textures, Close-up of ornate fireplace mantle, Classic and warm traditional colors, Neutral tone color palette, Soft warm ambient light, Private residence, Late afternoon, Cozy and inviting mood, Traditional architectural elements --ar 16:9

3.   Bedroom for couple interior, Traditional style, King Size bed, Rich wood, fabric, and decorative textures, Deep and rich traditional colors, Dark color palette, Soft, diffused artificial light, Private residence, Evening, Elegant and romantic mood, Traditional architectural elements --ar 16:9

4.   Boy's bedroom interior, Traditional style, Rich wood, fabric, and playful textures, Close-up of colorful bedding, Vibrant and playful traditional colors, Soft and Natural light from large window, Private residence, Morning, Cheerful and vibrant mood, Traditional architectural elements with playful elements --ar 16:9

Homework:

Create design variants using the prompts provided in the lesson, or your own prompts.

Learn how to create realistic architectural exteriors for buildings using neural networks, and master the art of adding details, style, and mood to your projects.

Prompts Used in the Lesson:

1.   cottage architecture, Scandinavian-style wooden cottage on the lakeside –ar 16:9

2.   modern cottage architecture, two-storey private house, postmodernism style, minimalist landscape design of the territory in front of the house, parking for two cars on the left side of the house, pine forest around the house, photorealistic image –ar 16:9

3.   Residential House design, 2 storey private house, Mediterranean style, Elegant composition, Courtyard, Warm Timeless color palette, Residential Area, Daytime, Comfortable Classy mood, photorealistic image –ar 16:9

Homework:

Create design variants based on the prompts used in the lesson, or using your own prompts.

Learn how to craft enhanced Midjourney prompts using ChatGPT and master the implementation of powerful image creation methods through Additive Prompting.

Prompts Used in the Lesson:

1.   Editorial Style Photo, Eye Level, Traditional, Library/Study, Bookshelves, Wood, Leather, Desk Decor, Artwork, Dark Tones, Pottery Barn, Table Lamp, London Townhouse, Morning, Sophisticated --ar 16:9

2. Editorial Style Photo, Eye Level, Modern, Living Room, Fireplace, Leather and Wood, Built-in Shelves, Neutral with pops of blue, West Elm, Natural Light, New York City, Afternoon, Cozy, Art Deco:: Additive::0 --ar 16:9

3.  Editorial Style Photo, Off-Center, Mid-Century Modern, Living Room, Eames Lounge Chair, Wood, Leather, Steel, Graphic Wall Art, Bold Colors, Geometric Shapes, Design Within Reach, Track Lighting, Condo, Morning, Playful, Mid-Century Modern, Iconic, 4k --ar 16:9

Homework:

1. Familiarize yourself with the table created using ChatGPT, attached to this lesson's file. Consider what parameters you would include in this table to meet your visualization needs.

2. Create design variants using the prompts from the lesson or your own, employing Additive Prompting.

Learn how to use commands and parameters in Midjourney for enhanced control over image generation.

Homework:

1. Using the PDF file with a list of parameters and commands attached to the lesson materials, select various parameters or commands.

2. Create multiple image generations in Midjourney using each of the chosen parameters or commands. Note how each parameter affects the images.

Remember to save the PDF file with the list of commands and parameters for future use!

How to use photos of existing spaces for quick visualization of new interior designs using the 'image to image' feature in Midjourney.

Prompts Used in the Lesson:

1.   fresh light living room interior, light colored walls, wooden floor, scandinavian style, warm and inviting, city apartment, soft lighting --ar 16:9

2.   Interior design of boho style living room, mismatched furniture, colorful fabrics, and an eclectic mix of decor, Vray style —ar 4:5

3.  Home office interior, navy blue walls with a plush white shag rug, leather accents, and bold geometric prints in shades of black and white, urban apartment --ar 16:9

4.   A cool pop-art inspired kitchen with bright, eye-catching appliances and retro furnishings

Homework:

Create design variants based on the prompts used in the lesson or your own. Use photos of available spaces as a base. Experiment with different styles.

Utilizing Online Resources to Craft Superior Midjourney Prompts. Learn to effectively apply styles and parameters for image optimization.

Lesson Webpage Link:

• MidJourney Styles and Keywords Reference on GitHub

Another invaluable online resource you can utilize for crafting prompts to impart a distinct style to your generated images:
https://midlibrary.io/categories

Prompts Used in the Lesson:

1. Detailed drawing of 2 storey villa by Kengo Kuma, made in SketchUp app, SketchUp style

1. Detailed drawing of 2 storey villa by Kengo Kuma, Unreal Engine style

3. Detailed professional drawing of restaurant, restaurant layout, Blueprint style

Homework:

Create design variants using the prompts provided in the lesson, or craft your own. Experiment with different image styles that mimic various visualization techniques.

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