Overview
In the past one year, we have been fortunate to be associated with a landscape designing firm situated in Rhode Island. The customer turned to us in order to produce beautiful 3D landscape visuals and here’s how our partnership has been an example of how 3D rendering adds value in presenting landscape designs better. In this blog, we shall go over one of our more recent projects for this client and discuss how beneficial 3D landscape renders are for landscape architecture as well as how they can be utilised.
The Project: 3D Landscape Renders for a Landscape Company In Rhode Island
This particular project was an interesting one as it encompassed a complete outdoor living area that contained a number of activities that needed to be imagined in detail. In this case, the client supplied us with a comprehensive 2D arboricultural site plan that depicted the material schedule, 2D site sections, and all the plants requisite for the project implementation. The scope of the project was quite impressive in terms of features that included such as:
A swimming pool
Retaining walls
An outdoor kitchen and dining area
A nice outdoor sitting room
A fire pit for evening family activities
A hot tub enveloped by ornamental plants
Step 1: Deploying the 3D House Model
In the sequence in which the design was to be executed, one of the first steps was building a three-dimensional model of the house. For this, the client was able to give us excellent quality photographs of the house structure and its location to help us effectively build the structure. The house model acted as the base of the site’s landscape so that the landscaping would fit outdoor spaces of the house.
Step 2: Formation of the 3D Sight of the Surrounding Region
When we finished modelling the house, we proceeded with the other items of the site. Here, they started modelling the 3D landscape using the 2D landscape drawings which were in the order. While modelling the design, there was a detail-oriented approach to make sure everything including the arrangement of the plants and the outdoor kitchen arrangements were modelled as per the clients expectations.
We managed to do that because before proceeding any further, we sent a couple of snapshots of the 3D model to the client so that they could visualise the work done so far. Encrypted into the model were each and every design feature, from the positioning of the retaining walls to the detail of the materials employed. These illustrations, trusted by the client, were critical in confirming that even before construction, the renders would look like the expectations of the clients.
Step 3: Post Processing in Lumion
Therefore, we proceeded to open the model’s rendering graphical application, Lumion. We then zoomed in on the client-approved image and started working with the presentation layers within the program. In Lumion, we included all the required plants, materials, and lighting to implement the design as envisioned. Realistic lighting improved the atmosphere of outdoor spaces which were adorned with carefully selected trees, bushes and flowers to suit the design.
Five days went by and we had the first set of renders completed and sent to the client. The client had a few changes, all of which were made within one or two days. Having made all the final alterations, we sent the completed renders, which illustrated the client’s perspective of the landscape accurately.
How 3D Renders Of Landscapes Help Landscape Designers
Even though this project was successful to us, and to our client as well, it is worthwhile to underline how 3D landscape renders actually help landscape designers. Here are just a few of the advantages:
1. Better Presentations
Customers are far better able to imagine 3D visuals than 2D ones, such as plans or sites. To grasp the concept that is close to photorealism, a client needs only to see how their design would function in reality. This enhances pitches for landscape designers since, with this, conveying the idea becomes less difficult and obtaining client endorsement is more straightforward.
2. Enhanced Market Standing
When 3D rendering is used as a part of the design process, the brand’s position within the market goes a notch higher. It shows that one uses modern technology and professionalism, thus gaining a competitive advantage. Clients will prefer such designers since high quality visuals are provided.
3. Shorter Time for Design Approval
Contemporary 3D renders assist in the easy apprehension of the intended design by clients and may therefore enable the conclusion of design approval at an earlier stage. Rather, it becomes simpler for them to picture how a 2D drawing will appear in the physical world, so they don’t have to waste time. In the case of our project, this method demonstrated success as 3D models uploaded at the first stage of design helped elicit quicker responses and prevented clients from looking for the final product that already depicted the project.
4. Improved Client Relationships
This is an emotional response from the clients. They feel satisfied and build trust as clients witness their concepts realized in the designed 3D figure. They can be sure that their promises will be fulfilled. In our experience, clients who have been presented with 3D renders are more engulfed in the design process as they are able to enact their concepts into real life.
5. Enhanced Marketing and Sales Strategies
3D renders do not only need to appear in client renderings but also can be used as promotional implements. These visuals can also be incorporated in designers’ portfolios, social networks, and websites for seeking new clients. Good quality 3D renders can be effective in promoting oneself to prospective customers or other business associates.
How to Get Started: Transforming 2D Landscaping Plans into 3D Model Rendering.
If you are a landscaping designer who wants to transform your 2D hills into animated amazing looking 3D terrains, this can be done with ease. This is the recommended procedure for this:
Inform Us What Is Required: In order for the process to begin, we need the following information:
- Photos of the house
- The address of the house
- 2 D Access plan (or sketch)
- What materials are going to be used
- 3 D renders for Smarter Houses If available more pictures of such houses
Our Draft Models: When we have received the images, we will model the landscape and the house in three-dimensional space. You will get copies of the draft renders in 3D for your feedback within a range of 3 – 5 days.
Changes and the Final Version: If it has been established that the accuracy of the final renders have to be changed, we will do this in 1 – 2 days exactly. Final renders are available after authorization and can be used for any presentation or advertisement.
Frequently Asked Questions
You have to deliver photos of a house, the address of the house, a plan or sketch of the landscape, written description of the materials to be used, and any available sample photos if available.
No, you wont need an accurate two-dimensional landscape drawing. Even a simple sketch that contains a few measures is sufficient for us to complete the requirements for a three –Dimensional modelling.
No, you need not elaborate the specifications in great detail. You can give visual references, and we can select suitable materials according to the visual reference for the render.
Yes, quite the perfect! The inspirational pictures provide a basic framework about how the design is to be shaped to suit the requirements.
Conclusion
3D landscape rendering helps the landscape designers with better presentations of their ideas, quicker sign off of designs for approval and also expands their marketing opportunities. Instead of showing clients 2D plans and textures, which is a far cry from what they will build, sellers can offer clients a realistic rendering of their ideal landscape to reassure them and to make a good impression on prospective clients.
To summarise, get in touch with us if you want to efficiently bring your landscape designs to life with remarkable 3D visuals. Our straightforward approach, coupled with rapid production cycles, will allow you to obtain the most appealing 3D graphics and win your customer’s confidence and satisfaction.