ArchitecTools

ArchitecTools: Tools and Technologies for CGI

The evolution of technology has made 3D modeling and rendering tools more accessible, therefore enhancing workflows and improving visualization quality. Our portal carefully explores the best solutions for creating realistic renderings, managing materials and lighting, and using post-production techniques to achieve professional results.
Furthermore, stay updated on the latest innovations in the industry, from new architectural visualization techniques to the most advanced tools for digital design. Discover articles, guides, and in-depth insights to improve your workflow and stay competitive in the world of 3D architecture.

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V-Ray Benchmark

Chaos Group recently released version 1.0.7 of V-Ray Benchmark, a free stand-alone application for testing hardware rendering speed.

Substance Source Textile Collection

Substance Source hit 1000 materials on by adding 150 scan-based materials to their Textile Collection.

KeyShot 8 Available

Luxion released KeyShot 8 with new updates focused on materials and volume, lighting and optics, advanced geometry, image and output, and collaboration. 

SKATTER FOR SKETCHUP

Skatter is the new extension plugin for Sketchup that allows creating of photorealistic vegetation. The plugin is still under development in the beta stage and is promised to be available on the market this autumn.
ProBuilder and Polybrush join Unity

ProBuilder and Polybrush join Unity

The full editions of ProBuilder and Polybrush, tools for seamless level design and texturing, recently became part of Unity and are now available to all subscription plans with no extra costs.
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Google Poly

Google has presented a new initiative to popularize VR and AR creation - Poly, a library of low-poly 3D objects and scenes optimized for apps.

TERRAGEN 4 OPEN BETA

Terragen 4, the software to render beautifully realistic landscapes, skies or other natural environments, is in free open beta since the beginning of July.

Autodesk Maya 2019

Autodesk has released Maya 2019 update with performance improvements, Cashed Playback for faster animations, Viewport 2.0 and other features based on user requests.
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What’s new in GrowFX 1.9.9

Exlevel released Service pack 6 for GrowFX 1.9.9, a plant modeling and animation system for 3ds Max and offers 25% discount till the end of April.

Magicplan by Sensopia

Sensopia announced magicplan 6.0. This floor plan creation app lets to create dimensioned floor plans without actively measuring or drawing. With its Augmented Reality technology you just have to capture the corners of a room to get your plan.

Phoenix FD 3.0 for 3ds Max

Phoenix FD is an all-in one solution for fluid dynamics integrated seamlessly into 3ds Max and optimized to render with V-Ray.

ZBrushCore by Pixologic

Pixologic announced ZBrushCore, a streamlined version of ZBrush designed for all artists and enthusiasts of both traditional and digital art.