Kultura Ex Machina

Kultura Ex Machina is a London-based independent studio working across interactive entertainment, artificial intelligence and digital art discovery. Founded in 2010 and historically known as StikiPixels, the company developed experiences that let people discover visual art, build virtual exhibition spaces and curate collections. Its work connects game development with tools for artists, audiences and cultural institutions.

From virtual galleries to art discovery

The studio's flagship game, Occupy White Walls, combined a multiplayer virtual gallery environment with architectural construction and collection curation. Players could design spaces ranging from concrete pavilions to elaborate classical buildings, then exhibit public-domain masterpieces alongside contemporary artwork. The experience focused on creative construction and exploring art, with public and private collections forming part of its virtual world.

Occupy White Walls entered Early Access in November 2018 and reached full launch in July 2022. Its approach brought museum collections into an interactive setting, including through collaboration with Birmingham Museums Trust. These projects connected historic artworks with audiences able to encounter and arrange them beyond a conventional museum visit.

The studio also developed DAISY, its proprietary AI art discovery engine. This technology underpins personalized recommendations and forms a bridge between the company's game development history and its broader art technology work.

Continuing platform work

In 2021, the company changed its legal name and launched Kultura, extending its art discovery approach to a web and mobile platform. Kultura supports AI-assisted exploration, personal collection curation and digital exhibitions. Artists can upload and showcase work, while audiences can discover contemporary creators and explore artworks through the platform.

The dedicated Occupy White Walls game servers closed on March 16, 2026. The company continues operating Kultura, carrying forward its focus on making art discovery and exhibition accessible through interactive technology. Its current activities include artist promotion, digital collection experiences and collaborations with cultural institutions.