Bias by Design: Composing AI Imagery – Ismail Seleit – Foster + Partners

Every AI-generated image is shaped by unseen forces: embedded biases, textual prompts, andcompositional choices that infl uence the very fabric of digital reality. In this insightful presentation, weunpack the subtle yet profound ways in which bias and intention become encoded in AI-generated visuals. By examining how text prompts guide imagery, how biases influence outcomes, and howcomposition decisions direct perception, we reveal the complex interplay that defines the aestheticsof artifi cial imagery. Architects, designers, and technologists alike will gain critical awareness of theircreative responsibilities in leveraging AI tools, empowering them to design with intentionality andethical clarity in an increasingly AI-driven landscape.