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.

UNREAL ENGINE 4 FOR ACHITECTURE

The Unreal Editor is a fully integrated suite of tools for building every aspect of your project. Advanced features include physically-based rendering, UI, level building, animation, visual effects, physics, networking, and asset management.

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.
00:02:49

RenderMan 21

RenderMan is now more than just a renderer; it is a complete shading and lighting ecosystem, more powerful, accessible, and comprehensive than ever before.

Chaos Group V-Ray 3.5 for NUKE 10.5

V-Ray 3.5 is now compatible with NUKE 10.5 and adds powerful new features.
GrowFX 1.9.8 Service Pack 3 for 3dsMax

GROW FX 1.9.8 SERVICE PACK 3 FOR 3DS MAX

Exlevel has announced that its plant modeling and animation system GrowFX 1.9.8 Service Pack 3 for 3ds Max is now available.
Substance Painter Spring 2019

Substance Painter Spring 2019 update

Allegorithmic released Substance Painter Spring 2019 that is "more officially" - Substance Painter 2019.1 with a lot of new tools and features.

Stitch Meshes Modeling

Try to imagine the power of Marvelous Designer, enhanced with this awesome program for generating stitched patterns on mesh surfaces.

ROOMSCAN: AN APP FOR DRAWING FLOORPLANS

Using the iPhone's internal sensors, RoomScan Version 4.20 recognises a sequence of flat vertical surfaces, measuring the distance in between and creating impressively accurate plans.

Substance Painter 2.3

Algorithmic released Substance Painter 2.3 with Photoshop export.

Unity 2017

Unity Technologies has demonstrated a preview of long awaited Unity 2017 at Unite Europe 2017 in Amsterdam.

3ds Max 2019 and 3ds Max 2019.1 Update

It's already June, so it's time for an overview of the new 3ds Max: 3ds Max 2019 released in Marchand 3ds Max 2019.1 Update released last week. Let's see what Autodesk has prepared for us this year.
Geo Week 2022

Geo Week 2022: what to expect?

Geo Week 2022 is at the intersection of geospatial and the built world, bringing together AEC Next, SPAR 3D, and the International Lidar Mapping Forum.