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Lumion

3D rendering software for architects

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Lumion is real-time 3D rendering software for architects and designers that turns CAD and BIM models into images, videos, and 360° panoramas. It addresses the need to communicate design intent clearly and iterate quickly without a separate, time-consuming visualization workflow.

Lumion Pro includes a library of over 10,000 assets and materials, real-time ray tracing, and customizable FX stacks for lighting, weather, and atmosphere. The free LiveSync plugin keeps models synchronized with tools like SketchUp, Revit, Archicad, Rhino, and AutoCAD. AI tools generate PBR material maps, enhance renders, and upscale images, while Lumion Cloud provides a shared space for reviews, comments, and version comparison.

It is aimed at building, landscape, and interior designers, as well as urban planners, running on Windows PCs. A 14-day free trial is available without a credit card, and students can request a free one-year license. Lumion Cloud is included with all plans, and flexible licensing options are offered.

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