Architecture Film Fest 2023

Architecture Film Fest 2023: Cinematic Adventures Through the Built Environment

Architectural videography is a unique art form that requires a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of space. The best films and animations are able to capture the essence of a building or structure and convey its design and purpose in a captivating and engaging way. At its best, video is arguably the most powerful medium through which to communicate architectural ideas.

For Architizer's first ever Architecture Film Fest, we're inviting a panel of the world's top architectural videographers to share their work and reveal insights into their creative process. Each presenter is a winner in the recent Vision Awards, confirming their status as a visionary in the field of architectural filmmaking.

By attending the Film Fest, you'll learn:

• The story behind some of the year's most captivating architectural videos.
• How creators are harnessing new tools to reimagine architectural representation.
• Compelling cinematic techniques and tips for improving your architectural films.

Meet the Panelists

Adam Goss, Ryan Clark and RedMike Marianek, Cofounders, Spirit of Space

18 years ago, Spirit of Space began as an idea shared by three architects studying in Milan: Ryan Clark, Adam Goss and RedMike Marianek. Many films later, they are still filming, composing and sharing stories from architectural spaces around the globe to delight audiences everywhere. Spirit of Space believes in storyboards over scripts — they don’t conduct interviews; they guide conversations. They observe action rather than directing it. Why? To allow for those serendipitous moments that make audiences want to keep watching.

Sohaib Ilyas, Architectural Videographer

Fueled by a profound fascination for architecture and storytelling, Sohaib Ilyas embarked on a journey that initially led him to graduate with a degree in architecture, before transitioning into the captivating realm of film production. This fusion of architectural knowledge and filmmaking expertise has bestowed upon him a unique skillset that sets him apart in the industry. Sohaib was honored with the prestigious award for Architectural Videographer of the Year 2023 by Architizer, as well as winning the Best Architecture Video Firm 2023 award by Portugal's Loop Design Awards.

Daniel Flood, Co-Founder and Director, FloodSlicer

As co-founder/director of FloodSlicer, Daniel has overseen the growth of the firm from start-up to what is now Australia's premier 3D rendering and animation company. A multi-award-winning graduate of Architecture at the University of Melbourne Architecture School, Daniel has developed a unique and preeminent expertise in the animation of architecture and the creation of compelling virtual experiences. Published by both industry and academia, Daniel has lectured all over Australia and globally.

Florian Yeh, HGEsch Photography

Florian Yeh, born in 1989 in Bergisch Gladbach, is a German photographer with a passion for capturing the essence of architecture through both still photography and film.

In 2015, he completed his training as a photographer at the Köln International School of Design. His works have been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions in prominent art hubs such as Cologne, Berlin, and at the Rencontres d’Arles exhibition. Since 2016, Florian has been an integral part of the HGEsch Photography Team. Florian’s expertise in film extends to his roles as a camera and drone operator, showcasing a keen eye for cinematic composition and storytelling.

Zhu Yumeng, Coppak Studio

Zhu Yumeng was born in Shanghai, now works and lives in Beijing, where he founded Coppak Studio in year 2019. As a professional photographer and image creator, Zhu focuses his aesthetic vision into contemporary architectural exterior and interior.

Prior to shifting into a full-time photographer, Zhu first started his career as a diplomat, then as a staff of an international financial organization. Years of living and studying in different areas of the globe has enriched him with broadened horizon and diversified perspectives. With these unique personal experience he is able to instill into his photographs with observations of the cultural, historical aspects and human behaviors that surrounds, in the same way that he is attracted by their interrelations.

Host: Paul Keskeys

Paul Keskeys is Editor in Chief at Architizer. An architect, writer and content creator, Paul graduated from UCL and the University of Edinburgh, gaining a Masters Degree in Architectural Design. Paul has spoken about the art of architecture and storytelling at many national industry events, including AIANY, NeoCon, KBIS, the Future NOW Symposium, the Young Architect Conference and NYCxDesign. Besides Architizer, Paul has had features published in Architectural Digest, PIN—UP Magazine, Archinect, Aesthetica Magazine and PUBLIC Journal.