Representation of Architectural Spaces with 3D Studio Max
A course by PhrameArchitects and 3D Graphic Designers Specialized in Architecture
A course by Phrame, Architects and 3D Graphic Designers Specialized in Architecture
Learn to create photorealistic images of architectural spaces
Architectural visualization has made impressing clients and enhancing projects easier than ever. Join Phrame architecture studio and discover how to make high-quality photorealistic images of an architectural space.
With high-profile clients like Acciona, Copcisa, and Catalonian architect Ricardo Bofill, let their expertise guide you through the ins and outs of the 3D Studio Max program and its plug-ins. Discover the secrets of composition and framing and post-produce the finished project in Photoshop for amazing results.
What will you learn in this online course?
28 lessons & 20 downloads
Import of 2D drawings
5 minutes, 38 seconds
Basic modeling
18 minutes, 24 seconds
Curtain wall
9 minutes, 39 seconds
Sliding joinery
9 minutes, 48 seconds
Details
15 minutes, 12 seconds
Environment
10 minutes, 21 seconds
What's included in this course?
Begin by getting to know the work of the Phrame team, their influences, and how they look for graphic references for their virtual spaces.
Next, they give you some advice on 3D modeling when it comes to raising the basic structure of a construction (walls, flooring, ceilings, partitions). They also guide you through the carpentry work from scratch and how to create details such as the furniture to get an even more realistic result.
Once the house is designed, develop its surroundings as well as the atmosphere.
Now it's time to play around with the composition and lighting of the final photo, the position of the camera, and the basic V-Ray presets to take quick images for the lighting tests.
Learn to add texture to the architectural elements and build on the environment by adding interior furniture (sofas, chairs, lamps, books, cups, etc.) to the scene.
Make the final tweaks to the render and the post-production in Photoshop to finish adjusting colors, contrasts, materials, or adding people to the shot.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Create an image of the interior of a single-family home located in a forest.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Architects, designers, photographers, animators, and creatives with basic knowledge of working with 3D and an interest in architecture, photography, and interior design.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of 3D Studio Max and Photoshop is required. Plug-ins such as Forestpack, Relink, and Quad Chamfer are used during the course and some are paid, although they all have free versions.
Reviews
- 2 years ago
muy buen curso
- 2 years ago
HAGANSE UN FAVOR Y CONTRATEN UN PROFESOR EN CARNE Y HUESO PORQUE CON LOS PROGRAMAS DIFICILES COMO LOS 3D ES IMPOSIBLE EXPLICAR BIEN POR UNA PANTALLA! NO AVISAN QUE NECESITAS MAS PROGRAMAS Y DESCARGAS Y TERMINAS SIN HACER NADA!
- 2 years ago
Un excelente curso, muy sencillo de levar.
- 2 years ago
Polecam kurs osobom początkującym! Przydatne informacje, klarownie przekazywane.
- 3 years ago
Buen curso
Their work always has a dreamlike character, a concrete narrative, and an advanced 3D programming technique. Their aim is to create images that are aesthetically beautiful, tell a story, and convey a desire to be in a given space that doesn't exist yet.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- U2
Modeling
- Import of 2D drawings
- Basic modeling
- Curtain wall
- Sliding joinery
- Details
- Environment
- U3
Composition and lighting
- Concrete references
- Positioning the camera
- Basic VRay presets and general lighting
- U4
Texturing
- Plugins
- Texturing of architecture 01
- Texturing of architecture 02
- Texturing the environment I
- Texturing the environment II
- Vray Rendering Engine: Update
- U5
Atmosphere
- Interior Lighting + Adjust lighting I
- Interior Lighting + Adjust lighting II
- Scattering Tools: Update
- Exterior Setting
- Interior Setting
- U6
Final adjustments of the scene
- Final presets and configuration of the elements
- EXR import and general organization of Photoshop
- U7
Postproduction in Photoshop
- General adjustments
- Material adjustments
- People integration and final adjustments
- New AI Tools: Update
- FP
Final project
- Representation of architectural spaces with 3D Studio Max
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to model architectural projects in 3D, create realistic renders, stage images, work with lighting, composition, and depth, and build a professional image portfolio to visually communicate your designs.
This is an intermediate-level course, perfect for those with basic 3D modeling or architecture knowledge who want to sharpen their skills in rendering, staging, and post-production of architectural images.
You’ll need access to 3ds Max, V-Ray, Photoshop, and some plugins like Floor Generator and ProXR. A computer capable of handling 3D modeling and rendering is recommended.
You’ll discover techniques to convey design intent and emotion through lighting, composition, depth, neutral colors, and integrating realistic elements in architectural renders.
The course teaches how to present 3D projects clearly, emotionally, and effectively, using visual storytelling, references, and composition techniques to connect with clients and juries.
It covers modeling walls, slabs, stairs, curtain walls, joinery, glass, metal panels, and environmental elements using editing tools, splines, modifiers, and specialized scripts.
Yes, you’ll learn how to create and edit realistic architectural materials, adjust UV maps, apply multitexture, and set up translucent and reflective materials for added realism.