About | Aodren Antien - Architectural Visualization Artist

About

Designing Stories, Revealing Contexts

I’m a French architect and visual designer working across architecture, urban strategies, and narrative 3D storytelling.

I studied at the École Spéciale d’Architecture in Paris, and have spent the past 15 years building a practice between design and representation — from concept sketches to immersive environments.

My work blends hands-on experience with large-scale projects (urban hubs, airport terminals, public facilities) and a strong commitment to contextual design.
I’ve collaborated with leading architecture studios and engineering firms — OMA, SANAA, Kengo Kuma, Herzog & de Meuron, Studio Gang, Steven Holl, SETEC, VINCI, Bouygues — contributing to award-winning competitions and complex infrastructure projects.

Beyond architecture, I specialize in creating images and films that bridge concept, emotion, and realism — helping design teams communicate their vision with clarity and depth.

I’m also the co-founder of SAAP Architecture, a Paris-based studio focused on sustainable, adaptable and site-specific design.

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Experience

I’ve worked with clients and teams all over the world:
Architects, builders, engineering firms, developers, brands, interior and landscape designers, furniture editors, institutions, and individuals.

My strength lies in building bridges between architects, engineers, and decision-makers — shaping images that are not just beautiful, but strategically clear.

My work spans Europe, Asia, and the Middle East — with projects in France, Serbia, the Maldives, the UAE, and beyond.

2007 - Graduated from E.S.A. Ecole Spéciale d'Architecture - Paris

2010 - Studio Cyril Thomas
(with SANAA, Kengo Kuma, Herzog & de Meuron, OMA)

2017 - Franklin Azzi Architecture
(major urban and infrastructure projects)

2019 - 1Pax - Architects
(airport design and CAPEX studies – Male, Belgrade, CDG, Sofia)

2021 - now — Freelance / Visual Studio
(image, motion, prototyping)

2023 - now — SAAP Architecture
(co-founder, design + strategy)

“As a freelancer, I’m used to adapting quickly — from producing fast-paced competition material
to crafting long-term visual identities for complex projects.”

Eye for details

I create dynamic graphics that combine technical precision with conceptual clarity.
Each image or sequence is designed to serve a purpose: communication, storytelling, competition, or internal development.

Service

Photo-realistic Rendering

Architectural Design

3D Prototyping

Animation

Real time simulation

Motion Graphics

Sectors