2024｜Architecture｜Heroes and Villains
- Title
- Heroes and Villains
- Size
- N/A
- Medium
- Rhino and Canva
Artist Statement
The architectural designs inspired by Avatar Aang and Fire Lord Ozai perfectly capture the essence of the timeless battle between hero and villain. Aang's humble and peaceful Air Nomad architecture, with its flowing, organic shapes, evokes a sense of serenity and harmony with nature. His structures are open, light, and airy, reflecting the wisdom and balance he seeks to restore. In contrast, Fire Lord Ozai's imposing, rigid architecture symbolizes power, control, and oppression. His fortress-like structures are angular and monumental, reflecting his domineering nature and desire for domination. This stark contrast in architectural styles highlights the core themes of the series, where Aang’s kindness and respect for life clash with Ozai’s ruthless ambition. The juxtaposition of these two approaches has deeply influenced my own work, pushing me to explore how architecture can express the duality of human nature—where the calm and the chaotic coexist, and where design itself becomes a reflection of both the peaceful and the destructive forces within society.