Archive for August, 2009
Render speed test with LuxRender 0.6 RC5 for interior design
In the past few days a new version of the upcoming LuxRender 0.6 was released, and now we have a RC5 to test before a stable release is available. Along with several bug fixes, this new release was announced with an improvement in the render speed to previous LuxRender 0.6 RC. Since LuxRender works with [...]
NPR rendering for architecture without external renders
This week I got an interesting request from a client for an architectural visualization project, involving the creation of an animation showing the full workflow of the development for a commercial building. The unusual request is that all images must look like it has been made with pencil sketches. Today most clients demand images with [...]
Precision 3d modeling for architecture with Mesh Planes
From all the tasks related to architectural visualization, one of the topics that let users a bit confused when they start to use softwares like Blender 3D is precision modeling. In AutoCAD or other AutoCAD free alternatives, we have a great set of tools allowing us to create and draw with absolute precision. With Blender [...]
Getting started with YafaRay for external architectural rendering
In a previous article I showed up a quick and simple way to setup YafaRay for interior design, using techniques and tools to better create a still image to show interiors. Now it’s time to take a look on how to setup a model for an external view, simulating the sunlight from a clear sky. [...]
How fast do you upgrade your software for architectural visualization?
With the release of Blender 3D 2.50 in October of this year, a lot of users are willing to migrate immediately to the new interface and tools of the software. Most of the excitement is based on the new interface and tools designed to make Blender even more powerful and easy to use. The question [...]
