Journal

Notes from the studio

Practical guides, case studies and process. Material, light and atmosphere, explained by the people who work them every day.
Homesick: How We Won the CGMood Home Challenge 2023
Case study 2 min·

Homesick: How We Won the CGMood Home Challenge 2023

Homesick case study: concept, creative process and 3D rendering technique that won the CGMood Home Challenge 2023.

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Architectural Photomontage: What It Is and How It Works
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Guide· 3 min·

Architectural Photomontage: What It Is and How It Works

What architectural photomontage is and how it's made: renderings in the real context for permits, landscape boards and sales.

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3D Rendering Cost 2026: Updated Price List
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Guide· 12 min·

3D Rendering Cost 2026: Updated Price List

What does 3D rendering cost in 2026? Price list for interior (from €150), exterior (from €200), video and virtual tours. Transparent ranges.

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AI Rendering vs Traditional Rendering: What We Automate
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Guide· 6 min·

AI Rendering vs Traditional Rendering: What We Automate

AI rendering vs traditional 3D rendering: a technical comparison of where AI genuinely helps and where it still falls short commercially.

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Photorealistic Rendering: What It Is and How It's Done
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Guide· 10 min·

Photorealistic Rendering: What It Is and How It's Done

What a photorealistic rendering is, how it's made and which software is used. A guide with examples for architecture and design.

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How to Choose a Rendering Studio
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Guide· 10 min·

How to Choose a Rendering Studio

7 criteria to evaluate a rendering studio: portfolio, team, prices, timing, process. A complete checklist to choose well.

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Rendering for Real Estate Agencies: Sell Faster
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Solutions· 13 min·

Rendering for Real Estate Agencies: Sell Faster

How real estate agencies use 3D rendering to sell faster. Types, ROI, costs, and process integration.

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Sell Property Faster with 3D Renders
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Solutions· 6 min·

Sell Property Faster with 3D Renders

How 3D rendering cuts property sale times: the process, use cases, and a cost-benefit breakdown.

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Virtual Home Staging: What It Is and How It Works
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Solutions· 11 min·

Virtual Home Staging: What It Is and How It Works

Virtual vs traditional home staging: benefits, costs, process and results to sell properties faster.

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Rendering for Architecture Competitions
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Solutions· 11 min·

Rendering for Architecture Competitions

How to use rendering in architecture competitions: types, common mistakes, timing and budget for winning presentations.

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Render vs Rendering: What's the Difference?
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Guide· 6 min·

Render vs Rendering: What's the Difference?

Render vs rendering: rendering is the process, the render is the final image. The difference explained, with practical examples.

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What Is 3D Rendering? Meaning, Examples and Cost
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Guide· 7 min·

What Is 3D Rendering? Meaning, Examples and Cost

What 3D rendering is and how it works: where it's used and what it costs. Explained simply, with real examples for architects and designers.

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