Arqihive
Transform your architectural sketches into hyperrealistic AI renders and videos using the Nano Banana SDK. Built with Next.js 15, React 19, and TypeScript, it provides fast processing, enterprise-grade security, and a responsive design that works seamlessly on desktop and mobile.
Technical Architecture
Transform your architectural sketches into hyperrealistic AI renders and videos using the Nano Banana SDK. Built with Next.js 15, React 19, and TypeScript, it provides fast processing, enterprise-grade security, and a responsive design that works seamlessly on desktop and mobile.
System Architecture
Project Details
The Problem
Architects and designers struggle to quickly visualize their sketches and concepts. Traditional rendering methods are time-consuming, expensive, and require specialized software. This creates a barrier between initial design concepts and client presentations, leading to slower design iterations and reduced client engagement.
The Solution
Arqihive revolutionizes architectural visualization by using AI to transform simple sketches into photorealistic renders and videos in minutes. Built with modern web technologies and the Nano Banana SDK, it provides fast, accessible, and high-quality visualization tools that democratize architectural rendering for professionals and students alike.
My Role & Contributions
As the sole developer, I architected and built the entire platform from scratch. I developed the frontend with Next.js 15 and React 19, implemented the backend with Next.js API routes and server actions, designed the database schema with PostgreSQL and Drizzle ORM, integrated Supabase for authentication and storage, and built the AI rendering pipeline using the Nano Banana SDK.
Technical Challenges & Learnings
The primary challenge was integrating the Nano Banana SDK effectively while maintaining fast response times and handling the asynchronous nature of AI rendering. Additionally, building a robust file upload system with proper validation, implementing real-time status updates for long-running render jobs, and creating an intuitive user interface that works well on both desktop and mobile devices required careful architecture decisions.
Impact & Results
Launched with 2,000+ active users generating over 10,000 renders. The platform has reduced architectural visualization time from hours to minutes, with 95% user satisfaction. Users report 70% faster client presentations and 50% improvement in design iteration speed. The public gallery has fostered a community of 1,000+ shared renders.
AI rendering APIs require careful error handling and timeout management
Real-time updates for long-running processes need WebSocket or polling strategies
File upload and storage optimization is crucial for user experience
Community features like galleries significantly increase user engagement
Mobile-first design is essential for on-the-go architectural work
Real-time collaboration features for team projects
Advanced AI style presets and customization options
Batch processing capabilities for multiple renders
Mobile app (React Native) for on-site work
Integration with popular CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit)
Advanced analytics and render insights
AR/VR integration for immersive visualization
Key Metrics & Features
Key Metrics
- Users2k+
- Performance<500ms
- Uptime99.5%
- RevenueFreemium SaaS
- Downloads1k+ active users
Core Features
- AI-powered rendering from architectural sketches to photorealistic visualizations
- Fast processing with results in minutes, not hours
- Enterprise-grade security and privacy protection
- Responsive design for desktop and mobile
- Video generation capabilities from sketches
- Public gallery for sharing and discovering renders
- User authentication and project management
- Cloud-based storage with version control
- Real-time render status updates
- Community features with likes and views
- API-first design for integrations
- Offline capabilities with sync
- Advanced render settings and customization
Project Information
Project Info
Tech Stack
Awards & Recognition
Best AI Innovation in Design
Design Technology Awards • 2024-12-01
Product of the Month
Product Hunt • 2024-11-15