Visual Design tools

With an integrated renderer for everyday photorealism, AI-assisted render for ideation, and the D5 plugin for GPU-accelerated, synced visualization, GstarBIM covers every stage of visual design—from the first mood image to the final visuals.

One platform, multiple rendering paths

1) Built-in photorealistic renderer
Create high-quality images directly inside GstarBIM with the integrated rendering engine. It’s designed to be simple to set up (lighting, materials, viewpoints) while delivering fast, presentation-ready results—ideal for day-to-day client reviews and approvals.

2) AI Render (rapid ideation & style exploration)
Upload a 3D view, choose the scene type and style, describe what you want, and generate inspirations in minutes. AI Render runs on a simple credit model (one image = one credit; packs available) and is great for mood boards, stylistic alternatives, and early decision-making.

3) D5 Render plugin (GPU-accelerated realism with live sync)
From GstarBIM 2025 you can launch D5 Render directly, sending geometry, lights, materials—even camera views—with a full data link. In Sync mode, D5 updates automatically as you modify the model, and high-resolution images render in seconds—ideal for marketing-grade stills and smooth animations.

When to use which

• Concept & mood → AI Render to explore styles quickly, then refine the winning direction.
• Design development → Built-in renderer for fast, accurate materials/lighting studies embedded in your workflow.
• Interactive reviews → D5 with plugin for real-time walkthroughs and rapid client feedback.
• Final visuals & promos → D5 Render for photoreal stills and cinematic outputs with model sync.

Collaboration & delivery

• Seamless handoff from the BIM model: All visualization paths start from the same coordinated project, reducing rework between modeling and rendering. (D5 and the internal renderer all ingest your materials, lights, and views.)
• Faster approvals: Real-time updates (D5 Sync) let you react to client requests on the spot, lowering iteration cycles.
• Flexible outputs: Stills, panoramas, animations, and interactive presentations—choose the format that best fits the meeting or submission.

Tips to get the most from visualization in GstarBIM

1. Lock scene standards early: Save view templates (camera, exposure), material presets, and lighting setups to keep a consistent look across renders.
2. Use AI Render to widen options, then narrow: Generate multiple styles, select the best, and reproduce it with the internal renderer or D5 for final quality.
3. Leverage live sync for reviews: Keep D5 open during client sessions to test alternatives without rebuilding scenes.
4. Material speed-ups: Take advantage of ready render styles/presets to reduce manual tweaking and keep consistency across projects.