This scene was used as the setting for my Masters' Game Design thesis project called TYPE ZERO. 


The first step was to come up with a clearer concept for the scene. I began sketching over reference images trying to develop a sci-fi visual style. I wanted the architecture to consist of metal panels, glass, and neon lights. I imagined this place is cold, windy, and rainy. It felt like it was not safe and that there should be large locked doors. It was at this point that I came up with the idea of an alien creature invading this penthouse. 


As for production, I created 10 original hard surface assets using Maya 3D and textured them in substance painter. Each texture I tried to put emphasize on slight wear, dust, grim, rust, and moisture. I also created a two tileable PBR materials, one for the pillars and one the floor, and also two trimsheet for ledges and hard surface details. I careful placed lights that would can long reflects on highly reflective surfaces.

Special thanks to Jobye-Kyle Karmaker. Your mentorship was paramount in the completion of this project and for my growth as an environment artist. During this mentorship we covered topics such as hard-surface modeling, environment lighting, trim sheets, and focusing on quality over quantity.