Today we’d like to introduce you to Abdoulaye M. Idrissa.
Hi Abdoulaye, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I started Brainy Blueprints during my senior year of architecture school, driven by a vision that went beyond floorplans and facades. I’ve always been inspired by architects like Augustus Pugin, who didn’t just design buildings, but designed everything from the architecture to the chairs, doorknobs, and interior motifs. That philosophy shaped me. I believe every element of a project should feel intentional, cohesive, and emotionally charged.
I grew up in Niger, in a place where design wasn’t about beauty — it was about survival. Moving to the U.S. as an international student gave me the opportunity to transform that survival instinct into creative power. In my final year of school, I founded Brainy Blueprints, a design platform that merges classic principles with cutting-edge technology.
Today, I specialize in custom homes, renovations, commercial spaces, cinematic renderings, and AI-driven design workflows. I’m not just an architect; I live in the world of AI. I use it daily to visualize ideas faster, smarter, and more emotionally than we ever thought possible. With the right input, AI can serve us in ways we haven’t even scratched the surface of yet. I’m already building my own AI rendering software, and the MVP is already in motion.
Brainy Furnitures is a natural extension of this vision, rooted in the same belief that details make the design. If Brainy Blueprints is the structure, Brainy Furnitures is the soul within it, handcrafted digital pieces that complete the narrative.
And beyond all of it, I love drones. The way they let us see design from above, the way a space breathes from the sky that’s a whole other layer of storytelling I incorporate in every project. Architecture isn’t flat. It’s cinematic. It’s emotional. And I’m just getting started.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road, far from it. When I started out, I was just a broke student with a laptop, living alone in a new country, with my entire family thousands of miles away. Juggling with my Thesis projects and sleepless night nights with mornings I’d wake up doubting if this dream would ever mean something.
I started freelancing during school, doing renderings and design work for whatever someone was willing to pay. And at first, that wasn’t much. I was doing high-level visual work for pennies, just trying to prove myself. A lot of people saw a newly graduated designer and thought, ‘Easy to take advantage of.’ And some did, ghosted payments, last-minute revisions, scope creep disguised as “quick tweaks.” I learned fast. Not just about architecture, but about boundaries, business, and value.
But every struggle made me sharper. It taught me how to listen, how to negotiate, how to protect my vision while still serving a client. It made me build my systems, refine my standards, and raise my voice when I needed to. And more than anything, it reminded me why I started this, because where I come from, even having this chance is a privilege you fight to keep.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Brainy Blueprints LLC?
Brainy Blueprints is more than a design studio, it’s a visual storytelling house built on emotion, precision, and innovation. I specialize in custom home design, renovations, commercial projects, and cinematic architectural renderings. But what truly sets Brainy Blueprints apart is the fusion of architectural thinking with the power of AI. I don’t just design, I choreograph experiences that people can feel through immersive virtual reality settings. Feel it, walk in it before it’s even built.
I work with private clients, developers, and builders around the world, creating renderings and design packages that feel like art and sell like strategy. I’m also building my own AI rendering software, an ecosystem that will change how people visualize space forever.
Brainy Furnitures is a new extension of the brand, born from my obsession with detail. Inspired by designers like Augustus Pugin who designed everything down to the doorknob, I wanted to offer furniture that feels intentional, poetic, and architectural in its own right.
I’m proud that Brainy Blueprints has reached that many enthusiasts on Instagram, with millions seeing my work each month. But more than the numbers, I’m proud of the soul that’s visible in every scene, from a foggy mountaintop villa to a cozy lounge chair in a rendered sunbeam. Every project I do carries my story and the client’s dream, blended into one.
To your readers, I’d say this: if you’re looking for design that speaks, visuals that move people, and ideas powered by technology but guided by heart, that’s what Brainy Blueprints is about. Whether you’re building from scratch or just dreaming out loud, I’m here to bring it to life. Whatever it is.
Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
I don’t have a mentor, at least not in the traditional sense. I started by making mistakes and learning the hard way. Every wrong quote, every late-night revision, every client that pushed too far taught me something I couldn’t have learned in a classroom.
But I was lucky. Along the way, I’ve had the chance to work with incredible professional builders and private clients from all over the world, people with years of experience and insights I didn’t have. They became collaborators, teachers, and in many cases, friends. Every project became a chance to absorb knowledge, not just deliver it.
When it comes to networking, I’ve learned that showing up matters. I stay plugged into what’s happening locally. I’m subscribed to networks like the Atlanta Luxe List and try my best to attend events, expos, and pop-ups when I can. Whether it’s an architecture panel or a casual creative meet-up, you never know who you’ll meet or what conversation will change your perspective.
So if I had any advice: be curious, stay humble, and lead with the work. Mentors don’t always come in formal titles, sometimes, they show up as teammates, clients, or even competitors who push you further than you thought you could go.
Pricing:
- Custom Exterior + Interior Renderings: Starting at $2,000 (Includes multiple views, detailed materials, lighting, landscaping, etc.)
- Full Custom Home Design (Concept to Render): Starting at $4,500 (Includes exterior concept design + 10 key interior renderings)
- Full Architectural Plans (with revisions): Starting at $5,500 (Design + layout + blueprint-ready drawing sets)
- Furniture Design / Custom Product Visualization: Starting at $650 (AI-enhanced concept design + photorealistic product shots)
- Drone Photography / Videography (4K): Starting at $500 per session (Includes both aerial + interior drone footage options)
Contact Info:
- Website: https://brainyblueprints.co/ (Currently under production)
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainyblueprints/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Brainy-Blueprints-100093604136498/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/idrissa-abdoulaye-4731b8272/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Brainyblueprints
Image Credits
Kennesaw State University (Used their Professional 3D printers)
