At Lazyre Studios, we were commissioned to create VoxelVerse, a global collection of voxel-based 3D city models designed for the NFT boom. At the heart of this series was the Dubai Edition, the crown jewel of the collection, representing the UAE’s most iconic city. Commissioned by an influential Dubai-based art collector and NFT investor, this voxel model was meticulously crafted to capture the essence of Dubai’s vibrant skyline, cultural richness, and futuristic allure. Rendered using Blender, these digital art pieces became part of an exclusive NFT collection. The Dubai model stood as the centerpiece of the VoxelVerse collection, which featured cities such as New York, Paris, and Tokyo. Dubai’s unique combination of cultural heritage and cutting-edge modernity made it the focal point, embodying the client’s vision of showcasing world-class cities through the lens of voxel art.
The Dubai model featured voxel depictions of Arab characters in traditional thobes, blending culture with modernity. This balance of heritage and innovation reflected the spirit of Dubai and connected deeply with the region’s cultural narrative.
Capturing the breathtaking Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab, the Dubai skyline voxel model was a work of art. The detailed high-rise buildings and the futuristic cityscape in one frame mirrored the grandeur that Dubai is known for, making it the perfect subject for NFT collectors.
The models were rendered using Blender and optimized for NFT platforms, turning Dubai into a digital asset that could be owned and traded. The NFT-ready art pieces were part of a larger collection, making Dubai the centerpiece in a world tour of voxel art.
Dubai is a city where tradition meets innovation, and VoxelVerse captured this juxtaposition in intricate voxel art. From the towering Burj Khalifa to the winding desert roads, each element of the city was recreated with an eye for detail and authenticity, turning the urban landscape into a visually captivating NFT series.
The use of MagicaVoxel allowed us to model everything from the smallest streetlights to the tallest buildings, offering a digital experience that was both immersive and highly detailed. These voxel models were later transformed using Blender into digital artworks, establishing VoxelVerse as a premium NFT collection that resonated with the growing digital art community.
The first-person view of Dubai’s roads and lighting captures the city’s energy after dark. From the glowing streetlights to the intricate layout of the roads, this voxel model showcases Dubai’s infrastructure in stunning detail. The image below simulates the experience of walking down Dubai’s streets, with the skyscrapers casting long shadows across the city. Each voxel, carefully positioned, brings the city to life, merging digital art with real-world architecture.
In this striking voxel model, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab rise majestically against the backdrop of high-rise buildings. The city's iconic skyline has been meticulously recreated, showing the gleaming towers that define Dubai’s global identity. As seen in the image below, this is not just a digital replica, but an artistic interpretation that captures the essence of Dubai's luxury and architectural ambition.
VoxelVerse also featured individual models that expanded beyond Dubai, bringing a diverse cast of characters and wildlife to life. Each model tells its own story, complementing the larger cityscape:
This voxel figure represents Dubai’s rich culture, dressed in traditional Emirati attire.
This majestic eagle is portrayed beautifully, representing strength and grace in the desert.
This character showcases the unique cultural attire of Andorra, adding to the collection’s diversity.
The falcon, an important symbol in UAE culture, is shown with great detail, highlighting its significance.
This voxel cow adds a simple, earthy touch to the collection.
This flying vulture captures a moment of action, soaring gracefully above the landscape.
The Arabian oryx, with its striking horns, symbolizes the region’s natural beauty and strength.
The sitting vulture, with its sharp gaze, captures a moment of stillness in nature.
Dressed in traditional Andorran clothing, this character adds to the global appeal of the collection.
Lazyre Studios delivered far beyond our expectations with VoxelVerse. Their intricate attention to detail, from the roads of Dubai to the soaring Burj Khalifa, transformed our vision into a breathtaking reality. The Dubai model became the centerpiece of our NFT collection, captivating collectors worldwide. Lazyre’s mastery of voxel art and digital rendering made VoxelVerse a pioneering project in the NFT space.
