Arcology

In Arizona, we have a real-world example of an arcology—an innovative concept blending architecture and ecology to create highly self-sufficient, densely populated habitats that harmonize with the environment. This idea was pioneered by architect Paolo Soleri, and of course, Alain visited Arcosanti, a place that feels almost like a vision from science fiction.

Inspired by its otherworldly aesthetic, he wanted to capture it in an oil painting. The striking arch designs particularly caught his eye, and he sought to incorporate some of these elements into a visually captivating composition.
You can enter the GPS coordinates into Google Maps to see Arcosanti location.