V-Ray Next comes for SketchUp. Several companies offer a ray tracing plug-in for SketchUp, but Trimble calls this one the "premier renderer for SketchUp." After more than four years of R&D, V-Ray Next accelerates the SketchUp workflow, and according to Chaos Group, the SketchUp plug-in offers massive speed and intelligence enabling designers to produce better renders … [Read more...] about V-Ray Next for SketchUp
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ImmersaCAD brings virtual reality to architecture without the puke factor
Avoiding virtual reality motion sickness was a key criteria for the development team. A startup with years of experience in telepresence technology has introduced a new visualization tool for architecture that promises an immersive virtual reality experience without the motion sickness. ImmersaCAD made its public debut in November at Autodesk University. The … [Read more...] about ImmersaCAD brings virtual reality to architecture without the puke factor
Trimble debuts SketchUp Viewer for Microsoft HoloLens
Microsoft bills HoloLens as a “mixed reality” portal suitable for a new approach to design review. Trimble has announced a new SketchUp viewer for Microsoft HoloLens. Trimble describes it as a “mixed-reality solution” for design and construction review. The new viewer is the first extensible commercial HoloLens application to be listed in the Windows Store. Noted … [Read more...] about Trimble debuts SketchUp Viewer for Microsoft HoloLens
Trimble releases SketchUp cloud version beta
For now My.SketchUp is a small subset of the desktop product. Trimble has just released an open beta of a new browser-based, cloud-hosted version of its popular 3D modeler SketchUp. For now, my.sketchup.com is a thin subset of the desktop version. The cloud-based version was introduced at an event for users earlier this year but was invite-only until yesterday. The … [Read more...] about Trimble releases SketchUp cloud version beta
Trimble Sefaira acquisition builds out Buildings portfolio
Trimble acquires London-based Sefaira building analysis software as part of its ongoing strategy of expanding its Buildings portfolio. Sefaira's plug-ins work with SketchUp and Revit. Trimble is adding on. The company announced the acquisition of London-based Sefaira Ltd., makers of software for design analysis, conceptualization for sustainability, and performance. Terms of … [Read more...] about Trimble Sefaira acquisition builds out Buildings portfolio
Holographic visualization gives design firm a leg up
Britto Charette found a way to help the “spatially challenged” understand the plan. Interior design firm Britto Charette specializes in luxury interiors for a global clientele. Their work has been in leading design publications, and their staff is well-traveled and multilingual. But it wasn’t just a striking design plan or a packed resume that won a recent competition to … [Read more...] about Holographic visualization gives design firm a leg up
SketchUp 2015 opening screen honors architectural illustrator
Highly sought after for his award-winning hand-drawn visualizations, Steve Oles is also an avid SketchUp user. The team behind Trimble SketchUp takes pride in creating a 3D CAD product that is out of the ordinary. From its free 3D Warehouse (operated by former owner Google) and its free version SketchUp Make (on millions of computers) to its loyal fan base who gather yearly in … [Read more...] about SketchUp 2015 opening screen honors architectural illustrator
Trimble looks for AEC efficiencies through collaboration
New Trimble Connect offers a cloud-based platform for strategic collaboration in the construction and operation of buildings. By Kathleen Maher Back in 2012, when Trimble acquired SketchUp, the company said they were setting out to redefine the construction industry. There were probably some people who said, Trimble? At that time, the company was a giant in survey, … [Read more...] about Trimble looks for AEC efficiencies through collaboration
One-click virtual photos inside SketchUp
High-end vendor Imagination Technologies takes a low-end consumer approach. Only $19.95 for a camera inside the model. A new app for SketchUp takes virtual photos inside 3D designs with a one-click ease of use. Imagination Technologies has taken its high-end visualization technology and scaled it down for the users of the world’s most popular 3D modeler. SketchUp is … [Read more...] about One-click virtual photos inside SketchUp
DIY presentations for architects courtesy of Cl3ver
Startup Cl3ver arrives to offer easy 3D presentation creation to architects. The company announces new pricing and new tutorials. Startup Cl3ver offers cloud-based rendering for architects. The company debuted at SXSW V2V in Las Vegas last summer and the team has been honing the interface and their business plan. It has emerged looking a little like a 3D Prezi for … [Read more...] about DIY presentations for architects courtesy of Cl3ver