Today, we’d like to introduce you to Kou Yang, an artist who creates stunning before-and-after images that showcase the same locations in two completely different scenarios with amazing results.

Kou focuses mainly on architecture, transforming abandoned, destroyed buildings with polluted surroundings into breathtaking modern structures using digital technology. Through his work, he reimagines an alternative reality where these places are restored to their most beautiful and inspiring form.

Scroll down to explore some of Yang’s most striking transformations, and let us know in the comments which one impressed you the most.

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Side-by-side before and after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined with modern renovation and landscaping.

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MonsterMum
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3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It looks like an AI makeover!

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    Before-and-after photo showing an abandoned building site transformed into a modern home with a clear water pond.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of an abandoned building reimagined with fresh paint and repairs.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm trying to make this work, but I can't. The photo on the right seems to have been cropped in the middle?

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    Before-and-after photos of abandoned buildings transformed into luxury living spaces with pools and restored architecture.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hopefully, there's roads or pathways around the back. This one's flooded!

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    Before-and-after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined to modern homes with lighting and landscaping enhancements.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one on the left looks much better. the modern one is so cold and colorless. Boring.

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    Side-by-side before-and-after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined with modern renovations in an urban setting.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just for those who haven’t read the intro and are wondering. Let’s say it again: These are AI generated “redefined spaces” and these are (unfortunately) not real interventions.

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    Before-and-after photos showing abandoned buildings transformed into modern homes with green lawns and clean water.

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    3 months ago

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    Before and after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined, showing restoration and transformation of a corner house.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AI slop. the circles on the cement sidewalk don't line up.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of abandoned buildings transformed into modern urban spaces by Kou Yang.

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    Devon Archer
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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love 7 elever! This whole article is AI slop man. BP do better.

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    Side-by-side comparison of an abandoned building and its reimagined modern renovation with a car and blooming tree outside.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Part of the tree is behind the house and part is in front. ??

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    Before-and-after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined, showing a rundown store transformed into a vibrant convenience shop.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of an abandoned building digitally transformed into a modern Chevron convenience store.

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    Before-and-after photos showing abandoned building site transformed into a modern house with vibrant landscaping by Kou Yang.

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    Before and after photos showing the transformation of an abandoned building site into a modern home with a clear blue pond.

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    Before-and-after photos of an abandoned building transformed by Kou Yang with modern design and bright white exterior.

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    #16

    Before-and-after photos of an abandoned building transformed into a modern home with clean design and a sports car.

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    #17

    Abandoned building before and after renovation showing a modern house and luxury car in a sunny outdoor setting.

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    Before and after photos showing abandoned building transformed into a vibrant store, highlighting Kou Yang's reimagined designs.

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    Before and after photos of an abandoned building transformed with modern design and landscaping by Kou Yang.

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    Before-and-after photos of an abandoned building transformed into a modern restaurant in a sunny urban street setting.

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    #21

    Side-by-side before and after photos showing an abandoned building transformed into a modern home with floral exterior.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of an abandoned building reimagined with fresh paint and a modern design.

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    3 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are the clouds exactly the same in both pictures?

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    #23

    Side-by-side before and after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined showcasing urban renewal and restoration.

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    #24

    Before-and-after photos of abandoned building reimagined, showing a burnt structure transformed into a modern home.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos showing abandoned buildings reimagined with modern renovations and fresh design.

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    Before-and-after photos of an abandoned building transformed into a Nike store with vibrant design by Kou Yang.

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    Before-and-after photos showing the transformation of an abandoned building reimagined by Kou Yang with modern design.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of an abandoned building transformed into a modern home with a parked white car.

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    Before-and-after photos showing an abandoned building reimagined with modern updates and improved surroundings by Kou Yang.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of an abandoned building reimagined and renovated by Kou Yang on a sunny day.

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    #31

    Side-by-side before-and-after photos showing abandoned building transformed into a modern Adidas store by Kou Yang.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined with fresh paint and renovation by Kou Yang.

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    Before-and-after photos of an abandoned building reimagined with modern design and a red car parked outside.

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    Side-by-side before and after photos of abandoned buildings reimagined with modern architecture and vibrant landscaping.

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    #35

    Before-and-after photos showing an abandoned building reimagined with a tractor and green crops in the field.

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