Based on the facade detail for the Kukje Gallery by SO-IL

Architecture

Material-Driven Architecture with a Contemporary Approach

At Studio Contingency Plans, we see architecture as a balance between function, materiality, and innovation. Our focus is on thoughtful, human-centered spaces that respond to context, craftsmanship, and technology.

While we are a young practice, our background in digital design, research, and fabrication techniques allows us to approach projects with a fresh yet informed perspective. We work across private spaces, interiors, and experimental structures, integrating sustainable materials and digital workflows into our process.

How We Do What We Do

  • Concept & Research – We begin by understanding the site, materials, and client vision, shaping a strong foundation for design.
  • Material & Form Development – We explore structural logic, tactile qualities, and computational design to create spaces that feel natural yet innovative.
  • Sustainability & Fabrication – We integrate 3D-printed components, local materials, and resource-efficient strategies to develop well-crafted, environmentally responsible designs.
  • Execution & Collaboration – Working closely with engineers, artisans, and makers, we ensure a smooth transition from concept to realization.

We believe that meaningful design doesn’t require scale—it requires clarity, curiosity, and the ability to rethink how we shape our environments.

Dragonfly Lamp from the Crossed Series

3D-Printed & Hybrid Object & Furniture Design

Exploring Digital Fabrication & Material Innovation

At Studio Contingency Plans, we design objects and furniture that bridge digital craftsmanship and material exploration. Our work ranges from fully 3D-printed pieces to hybrid designs that combine digital fabrication with traditional techniques.

By leveraging parametric design, material research, and additive manufacturing, we develop functional objects with unique geometries, textures, and material interactions. Our focus is on creating limited series, one-off pieces, and experimental prototypes that push the boundaries of contemporary design.

How We Do What We Do

  • Design Exploration – We investigate form, ergonomics, and fabrication possibilities using computational design tools.
  • Material & Fabrication Strategy – We choose between fully 3D-printed forms or hybrid approaches, integrating materials like wood, metal, and composites.
  • Customization & Limited Editions – Each piece is designed with a focus on customization, allowing for one-of-a-kind or small-series production.
  • Prototyping & Production – We work with specialized fabrication teams to ensure precision and high-quality execution.

Our work blends technology with craftsmanship, offering innovative yet tactile design solutions for interiors, collectors, and brands.

Dancing Alphabets

AI Imagery Services

AI-Generated Visuals for Concept Development & Storytelling

AI is reshaping how we visualize architecture, design, and branding. At Studio Contingency Plans, we use AI-generated imagery to develop conceptual visuals, speculative designs, and artistic compositions that help architects, designers, and brands communicate their vision.

Through AI-driven experimentation, we explore abstract aesthetics, hybrid forms, and future-oriented design ideas that are difficult—or even impossible—to achieve with conventional visualization tools. Whether for architectural concepting, fashion, branding, or artistic research, our approach is tailored to each client’s needs.

What We Do & How We Do It

  • Concept & Aesthetic Development – We work closely with clients to define the mood, style, and narrative direction.
  • AI-Driven Image Generation – We generate and refine unique compositions, ensuring each output aligns with the project’s vision.
  • Post-Processing & Enhancement – We enhance and finalize images to ensure high resolution, clarity, and visual impact.
  • Final Delivery – We provide ready-to-use imagery for presentations, campaigns, or digital content.

For those looking to explore new visual storytelling approaches, AI imagery offers a way to bridge the gap between imagination and reality.

  • In the realm of AI-assisted art and design, everything can be anything by default—limitless yet confined to an impossible latent space where subjectivity ceases to exist

    - Slipping Architecture by Kaveh Najafian