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5 August 2026 - Blog

The Ultimate AI Render Test in SketchUp

Welcome to the ultimate SketchUp AI rendering test. Prompt vs. Plugin: one SketchUp model, four different workflows.

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Robert sits concentrated at his desk at Design8 bv. He looks at a setup of three monitors, on which various photorealistic AI renders of a modern garden room are compared side by side.
4 August 2026 - News

Chaos Veras 4.7 update: edit videos with Gemini Omni!

Veras 4.7 lets you use the new Gemini Omni model to rewrite existing videos via a prompt, and now also supports Revit 2027.

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A photorealistic, futuristic 3D render of a large building featuring organic, flowing lines and expansive glass facades at sunset. This hero image shows a vast plaza with integrated floor lighting and demonstrates the advanced AI architectural visualizations of Chaos Veras.
5 August 2026 - Blog

The Ultimate AI Render Test in SketchUp

Welcome to the ultimate SketchUp AI rendering test. Prompt vs. Plugin: one SketchUp model, four different workflows.

Read more
Robert sits concentrated at his desk at Design8 bv. He looks at a setup of three monitors, on which various photorealistic AI renders of a modern garden room are compared side by side.
4 August 2026 - News

Chaos Veras 4.7 update: edit videos with Gemini Omni!

Veras 4.7 lets you use the new Gemini Omni model to rewrite existing videos via a prompt, and now also supports Revit 2027.

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A photorealistic, futuristic 3D render of a large building featuring organic, flowing lines and expansive glass facades at sunset. This hero image shows a vast plaza with integrated floor lighting and demonstrates the advanced AI architectural visualizations of Chaos Veras.
28 July 2026 - Blog

SketchUp 3D Warehouse: the indispensable source for professional 3D content

SketchUp 3D Warehouse is far more than a furniture library: it's an AI-driven platform where brands build an international presence and designers create realistic, accurate visualisations.

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The redesigned homepage of the SketchUp 3D Warehouse interface. It features a large central search bar reading 'What can we help you find?' positioned over an atmospheric background image of a modern 3D interior, with quick navigation to certified products.
22 July 2026 - News

V-Ray 7 Update 4 (M&E) is here!

One single asset, from real-time to final frame.

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A magical 3D render of an open vintage suitcase containing a highly detailed miniature European canal city, complete with a bridge, clock tower, and steam train. This hero image showcases the power of V-Ray 7 for complex M&E visualizations.
22 July 2026 - Blog

Do I still need to learn to render now that I can use AI?

Marian van Olst of training platform SketchUp Plaza walks you through the pros and cons of AI in your render workflow.

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A three-part split image showing the evolution of an architectural visualization. On the left, a black-and-white line sketch of a street; in the middle, a clean 3D base model of a modern building with a striking honeycomb pattern; and on the right, a fully photorealistic render featuring trees, cars, and detailed brick buildings.
21 July 2026 - News

V-Ray for Blender Update 3 for every workflow 

V-Ray for Blender Update 3 is now available, featuring support for Linux, Blender 5.1, AMD GPUs, and more.

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A photorealistic 3D render of a spiraling series of colorful, rectangular material swatches against a dark blue background. This hero image demonstrates the stunning render quality, high-end reflections, and versatile material options of the V-Ray 7 render engine for Blender.
16 July 2026 - News

Faster Modeling in Undet for SketchUp 26.2

Undet for SketchUp 26.2 is here, featuring new tools to model in 3D directly from your scan data.

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Undet is now also available for Revit 2026
15 July 2026 - News

Chaos Veras 4.6 is here: from still image to cinema-grade video!

Chaos Veras 4.6 introduces Google's Veo 3.1 video model, letting users turn still images into fluid, cinematic animations with a single click.

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An impressive, photorealistic architectural visualization generated with Chaos Veras. The image features a spectacular, tiered modern building with large glass facades, green terraces, walking people, and a city skyline in the background during golden hour.
30 June 2026 - News

Discover CGconnect: Chaos’ gathering place for 3D professionals

Discover CGconnect: the community for 3D artists. Showcase your portfolio, improve your skills, and find jobs or top talent right away!

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Architectural visualization of a peaceful retreat home under old oak trees, with soft mist, warm natural light, and reflective materials. Original render by LHBdesign.
29 June 2026 - News

Gaussian Splats added to SketchUp LABS

Test the beta version of Gaussian Splats for SketchUp now.

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Illustration of a Gaussian splat combined with a SketchUp model
29 June 2026 - Blog

From SketchUp design to a quote in a single workflow

Peter Wuyts developed CabN8 to help interiors professionals save up to 80% of their drawing time through a single, integrated SketchUp workflow.

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An infographic showing the CABN8 functionalities workflow, moving from 'Plan' (floor plan) to '3D Design' (cabinetry), 'Visualize' (rendering), 'Calculate' (cost estimation), and 'Part lists' (cutting lists). The icons are connected in a circle against a blurred kitchen background. Focus: CABN8 software, 3D interior design, calculation and parts lists.
24 June 2026 - Blog

20 Years of Design8: Standing on Our Own Two Feet (2005 – 2010)

Orlando finds himself suddenly standing on his own two feet, building Design8 bv from the ground up.

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An overview photo of an early Design8 exhibition stand promoting SketchUp, featuring striking curved banners. Robert, in a red polo shirt, is neatly setting everything up on our stand at the Bouw & ICT Beurs 2006.
12 June 2026 - News

SketchUp 2026.2: packed with new possibilities 

SketchUp 26.2 takes sustainable design, AI visualization, and documentation to the next level with the Analysis Hub, Nano Banana rendering, improved LayOut features, and smoother updates than ever.

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The official hero image for SketchUp 2026.2. A crisp, diagonal split-screen showcases the impressive transformation of an uncolored, basic 3D SketchUp model (left) into a stunning, photorealistic render (right) full of lifelike trees, lighting, and reflections.
9 June 2026 - News

Ready for PlaceMaker v4? Here's what's changing!

PlaceMaker version 4 has been completely revamped and is now web-based. With a single license, you work in both SketchUp and Revit, and existing users can upgrade to this new version for free.

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A 3D aerial perspective of a sprawling and detailed city model, generated with the PlaceMaker 4 plugin. The image displays clean white massing models of buildings, detailed road networks, trees, and a waterway, perfectly illustrating how designers can rapidly create complete 3D contexts.
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