Builder Interview: How ‘Skyloom’ Crafts Floating Cities

Skyloom is a builder whose floating cities have been featured in numerous showcases. We sat down to ask about inspiration, workflow, and the team practices that keep large collaborative builds organized.

"We design layers like musical tracks — each layer has a role in the final composition." — Skyloom

Background and inspiration

Skyloom draws from Art Nouveau, fantasy lore, and practical architecture. Floating cities began as experiments in verticality and evolved into a signature style featuring chained islands, waterfalls, and suspended gardens.

Workflow and team structure

Building at scale requires a clear division of labor: concept artists, structural builders, detailers, and lighting specialists. They use schematic backups, version control for world saves, and frequent review sessions to keep everyone aligned.

Design motifs

• Layered terraces to create depth.
• Consistent palette across islands for cohesion.
• Narrative hooks like windmills or bridges to guide player movement.

Tools and mods

Skyloom uses WorldEdit for bulk terraforming, Structure Blocks for repeated assets, and custom texture tweaks to match the vision. Lighting packs are carefully chosen to preserve mood without breaking immersion.

Advice for aspiring builders

Start small, iterate, and document your process. Use references from the real world and other media, and be patient: detailing is what turns a structure into a believable city.

Closing thoughts

Skyloom believes the best builds tell a story. Floating cities are as much about atmosphere as they are about technique — a lesson any builder can apply.