AI Tools to Get Ahead of 99% of 3D Artists

Introduction

AI tools are reshaping art fits and they're making what were complex and time-consuming tasks ridiculously easy. In this article, we'll explore AI tools any archviz artist can easily integrate into their existing workflows. We'll look at some examples and see how they're set to transform how we approach archviz. But first, let's address a common concern:

Is AI a Threat to Archviz?

Is AI devaluing archviz and is it going to take all our jobs? Technological revolutions have happened before. The internet was met with fear and skepticism but ultimately led to greater prosperity and revolutionized our daily lives. We're fortunate to be witnessing and participating in a similar shift. Most people using ChatGPT might say it's fun for a poem or two, but the real benefits are seen by those employing it thoughtfully.

The reason many got into 3D was the love for merging creativity and technology. Technology made creativity more accessible. Powerful tools need skilled hands, and we've been creating art with technology for years. Our roles are certainly evolving, but experts are still needed to harness technology effectively. Thus, these tools assist and amplify the artist's role rather than replace it. And while we can't predict the future, understanding our current landscape is crucial.

Easy-to-use AI Tools

Image Upscaler and Enhancer

This first tool is an image upscaler and enhancer that feels like magic. You may have seen this image of Lara Croft from the PS1 upscaled, and it looks impressive. Let's start by uploading a standard archviz image and use the defaults settings:

Image Upscaled

Before and after: The leaves look more crisp, and you can see the weaning on the building itself, adding a realistic touch without the need for dirt maps and complex materials.
Detailed Example: An image for a kitchen appliance manufacturer was upscaled, with some improvements and funky details, suggesting AI isn't perfect but offers a good start with room for prompts.

Kitchen Example

Prompt Tool Usage: Writing "a lever chair with a fabric throw" and adding a creativity of five shows detailed leather while maintaining some realism.

Animation Rendering

Rendering animations once took hours or days. Text-to-video tools aren't there yet for archviz, but with a blend of traditional animation and 3D graphics, the workflow can be efficient.

Example: A 300-frame animation at 3 minutes per frame would take around 15 hours to render fully. By rendering every 10th frame and then using an AI tool to interpolate the missing frames, the process can be reduced to 90 minutes.

Animation Example

3D Textures and Humans

Improving 3D humans and textures can significantly enhance realism.

Texture Example: Import a texture and use features like face recovery for a notable difference.

Texture Example

Photo Editor with AI Capabilities

A photo editor with powerful AI capabilities can handle common client requests.

Sky Replacement: This tool can replace skies seamlessly to match the rest of the scene, putting other tools to shame.
Enhancements: Offers features like Enhanced AI, Sky Enhancer, Atmosphere, Sun Rays, all to augment your images.

Photo Editor Example

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FAQ

Q: Is AI going to take all our jobs in archviz? A: AI is not here to replace artists but to assist and amplify their roles. Experts will always be needed to harness technology effectively.

Q: How can image upscalers enhance my workflow? A: Image upscalers can make standard images more realistic by enhancing details, reducing the time and complexity required for tasks like adding dirt maps and complex materials.

Q: How does AI make animation rendering more efficient? A: By rendering every 10th frame and using AI to interpolate the missing frames, the time required for animation rendering can be significantly reduced.

Q: Can AI tools replace human touches in 3D textures and models? A: AI tools can enhance textures and models, such as improving face textures, but artists are still needed to guide and refine these enhancements.

Q: What features does a photo editor with AI capabilities offer? A: AI photo editors can handle tasks like sky replacement, image enhancement, adding atmosphere, and introducing realistic sun rays, making client requests easier to fulfill.