Residential Design and Visualization: Concept Development

Learn residential design. Find out how to create a conceptual design for a single family home and generate 2D and 3D floorplans and walkthroughs.

Introduction

• Create a conceptual rendering for a single-family home
• Using the sample files

1. Initial Processes

• Client requirements
• Inspiration and reference images
• Sketch and draw
• Work in 3D
• Blocking and massing in 3D
• Consider rooflines

2. Conceptualize the Structure

• Modular workflow
• Foundation
• Development of the floor plan
• Block out a floor plan
• Exterior walls
• Interior walls
• Add a roof
• Door and window openings
• Arrange windows
• Exterior details
• Interior details
• Add basic color and texture

3. Visualize in 2D

• Create floor plans
• Create elevations
• Develop concept art
• Walkthroughs in software
• Video walkthroughs

4. Visualize in Game Engines

• Import assets into Unity
• Work with lights and materials
• View using game navigation
• Set up virtual reality (VR)
• Teleport in VR

Conclusion

• Next steps