Studio
Exterior AI
Redesign the facade.
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Upload an image and adjust settings on the left. Render variations will appear here.
A photo showing the facade from all angles works best.
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AI exterior rendering and facade design
Exterior AI turns a building photo, an elevation drawing or a raw 3D viewport capture into a photorealistic exterior render. Facades, villas, residential towers, commercial blocks — upload it, choose a style or describe the materials you want, and get finished visuals back in seconds.
The building's massing, proportions and window layout are preserved. What changes is the skin: cladding, glazing, materials, landscaping, sky and time of day. It is the fastest way to test five facade options with a client before committing to one in your CAD model.
How it works
- 1
Upload the building
A site photo, elevation, SketchUp or Revit viewport capture — all work. Even a rough massing model.
- 2
Set the direction
Choose a style, or describe the materials: "dark timber cladding, black window frames, golden hour, no cars".
- 3
Compare options
Multiple renders come back at once. Pick a direction, then push it further with Enhance for 4K client-ready output.
Who it's for
- —Architects testing facade material options fast
- —Developers visualising a project before planning submission
- —Renovation contractors showing before/after to homeowners
- —Students producing portfolio-quality visuals without V-Ray
Frequently asked
Can it render from a SketchUp or Revit viewport?+
Yes — a plain viewport screenshot is one of the best inputs. Archome also has free SketchUp and 3ds Max plugins so you can render straight from your viewport without exporting anything.
Will it change my building's shape?+
No. The massing, proportions and openings are preserved. Only materials, lighting, context and mood change. If you want to explore a different form, describe it in the prompt.
How long does an exterior render take?+
Around 20-40 seconds. A traditional V-Ray or Lumion render of the same view typically takes 20 minutes to several hours, plus scene setup.
Is it a real replacement for V-Ray or Lumion?+
For early-stage concepts, client options and fast iteration — yes, and it is dramatically faster. For final construction-accurate photorealism with exact lighting simulation, traditional renderers still have their place. Most studios use Archome for the first 90% and a classic renderer for the final hero image.