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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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CORONA RENDERER 1.4

Recently Corona Renderer 1.4 for 3dsMax was released.

REALFLOW FOR CINEMA 4D

NextLimit announced the launch of RealFlow for Cinema 4D in June.

3DS MAX 2017 ANNOUNCED

The end of April Autodesk team introduced new features and upgrades implemented for the next release of 3ds Max 2017.

RAILCLONE 2.6 RELEASE

iToosoft has released RailClone 2.6 with brand new features and fixes to improve speed, increase usability.

IRAY VR FOR VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCE

NVIDIA demonstrated at its annual GPU Technology Conference a series of new products and technologies focused on deep learning, virtual reality and self-driving cars. Iray VR capabilities will allow to create environments that let users strap on a headset and peer around photorealistic virtual reality.
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MODO 10 SERIES RELEASE

The MODO 10 Series delivers valuable new feature sets in a series of three installments, - The Foundary developers have announced recently.

OCTANERENDER 3 AND CLOUD LAUNCH

OTOY announces availability of OctaneRender 3 and OctaneRender Cloud.
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STYX: IMPORT-EXPORT TOOL

If you ever experienced difficulties with importing and exporting files between ZBrush, Maya and 3DS Max, you would be interested to know about Styx - the script package that makes faster importing-exporting files between the programs.

VR-PANORAMAS WITH LUMION

Latest update of Lumion 6.3 now allows to demonstrate 3D models from Sketchup and Revit on Gear VR and Oculus Rift DK2 (Oculus CV1 support will follow soon).
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PIXEL PLOW. RENDER FARM SAFETY

Founders of Pixel Plow render farm clear the issues of data protection, security and costs for rendering.

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.

Amazon released Lumberyard

Today Amazon released Lumberyard - free, cross-platform, 3D game engine based on CryEngine, available for download with full source code provided.