Which render application to use???

aesthete.design · 27 Jun 2010, 05:40

Hi,

We are looking at starting to create basic floorplans in CAD, import to Sketchup Pro and then create a 3D model of interior spaces for our interior design clients in order for them to better visualize their completed project. I have been trying to research this online myself for quite some time; however, I am quickly becoming overwhelmed with the options. Many of the projects are in the ballpark of $700, so imagine my wanting to spend the money in the right place the first time.

I have looked at Artlantis Studio 3. I am worried that I have to spend $700 and then still won't have interior items that I will need to "stage" the spaces with accessories and furniture, etc. I will also need to show materials like stone, brick, tile, etc. It looks like with Artlantis I will need to spend significant additional money to obtain those items which I will need in addition to the cost of the program.

I am also looking at VRay but don't know if I will run into the same problem. I am not looking to spend thousands of dollars to accomplish my goal. I basically want to be able to furnish and apply finishes as accurately as possible to my clients proposed finished product. Are there any other interior designers on here and if so, what products do you recommend for me to accomplish my goal??

Any help you can offer me will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Rich O Brien · 27 Jun 2010, 08:44

Hi,

I think jo-ke has his own interior design business. He has posting a nice render project here .

As render decision, this has been asked so many times here that it's like the chicken vs egg! But for me there is only one choice to begin with....Twilight. No need to export models, very good material setup and great community forum. Oh and it's only $99!

I can't recommend it highly enough but that's just my opinion.

There are definitely more powerful packages but for fast friendly renders it's top dog!

shura · 27 Jun 2010, 09:38

hello there,

this forum has a lot of information on this topic... I think the most recent thread was this one:

http://forums.sketchucation.com/viewtopic.php?f=80&t=27476

my recommendation would be Twilight render. It is implemented into SU, has a lot of features that the "big" renderers have, yet easy to use and VERY affordable.

Good luck! (would be nice to see your decision posted here)

alex