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Architectural Animations Services​

Unlike static 3D renders, 3D architectural animation offers a unique and dynamic approach to showcasing architectural designs. These animations bring your projects to life through engaging visual storytelling, offering immersive videos that go beyond what static images can convey.

At The Render Unit, we specialize in creating captivating architectural animations that present your designs in ways static renders simply cannot. Whether you require a detailed walkthrough, a flythrough of your building, or a serene walkaround of a restaurant, you’ll be amazed at how much more an animation can communicate compared to traditional 2D visuals. Our 3D animation services provide a comprehensive and interactive view of your project, enabling you to convey your vision more effectively to clients and prospects.

Engaging Visuals

Our animations provide a dynamic way to showcase your designs, making your presentations breathtaking.

Intuitive Workflow

We handle everything from initial concept to final production, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

High-Quality
Production​

We use the industry leading hardware and software to create animations that are not only visually stunning but also accurate.

Our Approach to Providing Architectural Animation Services

Our team of skilled 3D artists leverages industry-leading animation software and techniques to create dynamic, photorealistic animations that feel lifelike and immersive. We adopt a collaborative approach, working closely with clients to understand their vision and produce animations that faithfully represent their designs, avoiding overly simplistic or cartoonish visuals. From initial storyboarding to the final animation, we ensure every detail is meticulously crafted, bringing your project to life in the most captivating way.

Steps to Get Started with Architectural Animations

Fill the brief

Give us the lowdown on your project with all the necessary details and files.
The more info you provide, the better we can nail your architectural animation exactly how you want it.

Get a quote

We’ll shoot you a customized offer based on what you need.
Our pricing is transparent and competitive, so you know you’re getting a good deal.

Timeline

Work closely with our team throughout the animation process.
We’ll keep you in the loop with regular updates via our client portal.

get results

We’ll deliver top-notch animations on time, so you’re ready to wow your clients and prospects.
Our streamlined process guarantees high-quality results without delays.

Discuss Your Architectural Animation Project

If you’re an architect or real estate developer aiming to elevate your project presentations, we can help. With immersive architectural animations, you can captivate clients, showcase your designs dynamically, and stand out in the competitive real estate market, helping you close deals faster. Our animations deliver the quality and detail needed to make a memorable impact. Book a call with us today to learn more about our services, walk through our process, and see how we can bring your project to life.

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Architectural 3D Animation Services

Architectural animation is one of the most used services in 3D Visualization and architectural rendering and often attracts the people the most. Who doesn’t like watching a head-turning video?

Compared to walkthrough tours or VR tours, architectural animations follow a script and a direction. They offer a controlled yet immersive experience. It doesn’t allow interaction like 3D virtual tours though but it provides deeper immersion into the space. Combining animation with static 3D images could be a show-stealer for you in your 3D presentations. 

Architectural 3D animation services work for both exteriors and interiors. For interiors, it’s crucial to capture the ambience. This includes things like.. color interaction, room integration, and furniture placement. These animations show how the spaces fit into the homes, the building, and infrastructure. It illustrates how they blend or even stand out in the city. 

And for exteriors, it’s really important  to capture the ambience through our architectural animation services. This includes showcasing the interaction with natural light, landscaping, and surrounding structures. Our architectural 3D animation services provide detailed visuals that demonstrate how buildings fit within their environment, landscape, and neighborhood. 

So, why go for Architectural Animations?

Choosing 3D animations for your architectural projects offers a unique (and clever) advantage. They help showcase your designs more immersive. Unlike static images, architectural animations are more dynamic and immersive. They let clients see every detail in motion. This helps potential buyers or investors visualize the final product more effectively. With 3D animations, you can highlight flow between spaces. You can show how light interacts with the design and also the ambiance of the property.

3D architectural animation services are perfect for making a lasting impression. They help communicate complex ideas clearly yet within a really short time. They do so in a way that’s compelling. They illustrate architectural concepts in a way that static images can’t. It’s an interior walkthrough or an exterior flyover. Animations give clients a realistic sense of the space. This makes it easier for them to understand and appreciate your vision.

The Render Unit: Your 3D Architectural Animation Studio!

We’re sure you must’ve seen one through the animations on our website. Our animations speak for themselves, and here are all the things we ensure when providing these: 

Project Launch

We start by understanding the purpose of the video and its plot. If the client doesn’t have a storyline, we create one based on their requirements.

Platform Consideration

Knowing where the animation will be placed (presentation, website, Instagram) also helps us tailor it to the target audience’s preferences.

Detail Discussion

Our project managers discuss all animation details, including format, video extension, and length with you. 

Team Composition

Our team for animation projects  typically consists of an art director and an animator. For larger projects, we’ve involved scriptwriters and a creative team as well.

Concept

We generate creative ideas and concepts and send it over to you. They ensure the animation fits the client’s vision.

Video Format

We use MOV for high-quality videos and MP4 for maintaining quality with smaller sizes and deliver you the preferred format. 

The Workflow of Architectural 3D Animation?

Material Collection

We gather all necessary materials, drafts, and plots from the client. Our team helps generate ideas and create an engaging storyline.

Script Presentation

 Next, we provide a scenario of the event with rough timing. We discuss all details before starting the work so we’re efficient right from the start.

Storyboard

Then we present a visual script. It shows the sequence of screenshots in grey clay render scenes. We also select suitable music or leave it to you based on your tastes!

Animatic

An animated storyboard with music, sound effects, and dialogues. Clients review and approve it before moving to the next stage.

Style Renderings

We present a color render to show how the animation will look in materials. We also provide static images for presentations.

Final Draft

After more client changes, we finalize the draft. We consider all client needs before sending it to the render farm.

Post-Production

After rendering, clients receive a high-quality, appealing animation.

Using a render farm ensures efficient rendering. It can handle complex scenes with reflections and simulations like a breeze. 

How much can Animation services cost? 

The price of 3D architectural animation services depends on a few things:

  • Video dynamics: More dynamic videos are more expensive

  • Length of the video

  • Number of details

  • Complexity of building design and the number of rooms

  • Number of scenes and shots

  • The Overall Atmosphere of the video

  • Presence of people in the animation

  • Number of iterations: Usually, one round of correction per workflow stage

To get an accurate quote, email us or book a call with us. Our team will provide the prices and with the quote for your animations requirements.

If you have any questions about our 3D exterior visualization services, book a call or email us at contact@therenderunit.com.

 

Frequently asked questions

Architectural animation is a dynamic 3D visualization that brings architectural designs to life through motion. It showcases a realistic walkthrough or flythrough of a project, providing an immersive experience for architects, real estate developers, and clients. These animations are perfect for highlighting design details, exploring spaces, and presenting projects in a captivating and interactive way.

The cost of architectural animation depends on various factors, including the project’s complexity, animation duration, level of detail, and any custom features required. At The Render Unit, we provide competitive pricing with complete transparency, ensuring you get a high-quality animation that fits your budget without unexpected costs.

The time required for architectural animation depends on the project’s complexity, animation length, and level of detail. Generally, we deliver stunning animations within a few weeks. Our team ensures timely delivery while maintaining top-tier quality, keeping your project on track and impressive.

 
 

We rely on cutting-edge software such as 3ds Max, Unreal Engine, and Lumion to create captivating architectural animations. These tools, combined with our team’s expertise, allow us to produce dynamic, photorealistic animations that bring your designs to life and leave a lasting impression.