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Rendering Techniques

Rendering in interior design is the process of creating realistic or conceptual visual representations of a space using digital or hand-drawn techniques. It helps designers communicate ideas, materials, lighting, and spatial arrangements to clients and stakeholders before execution. Rendering is important because it enhances visualization, improves decision-making, reduces errors, and ensures alignment between design intent and the final outcome.

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Mr. and Mrs. Keen, a social and outgoing couple who recently moved to Houston, are redesigning their home to better suit their lifestyle. Since they often host gatherings with friends during holidays, their priority is to create an open and functional space that enhances social interactions. They envision a modern, trendy home with a seamless flow between areas, allowing guests to move freely while enjoying activities like drinks, card games, and movie nights. To achieve this, they are incorporating built-in cabinets throughout the home for both storage and aesthetics, ensuring a clutter-free environment that maintains a sleek, contemporary appeal. Additionally, carefully selected decor elements such as modern artwork, sculptures, and statement lighting fixtures will add character and sophistication to the space.

A unique aspect of their design concept is the distinct color scheme for each floor. The first floor will embrace a warm and inviting atmosphere, using earthy tones like beige, taupe, and warm grays, accented with soft warm colors to create a cozy setting ideal for socializing. In contrast, the second floor will feature a more vibrant and dynamic ambiance with bold colors such as gold, vibrant greens, and pops of yellow or orange, inspiring energy, creativity, and productivity. This thoughtful division allows each level to serve different purposes while maintaining a cohesive and visually appealing modern aesthetic. Through this renovation, Mr. and Mrs. Keen aim to create a stylish yet functional home that not only reflects their personal taste but also enhances their social lifestyle.

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Rendered Bathroom Elevation
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Sketch Up Model Living Room/Kitchen

Keen’s Pearlescent Town House

Process
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1st Floor

Concept Design

Residential: New Construction

Location: Houston, TX

Year: 2023

        

Software: Auto CAD-Trimble Sketchup 

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Sketching & Presentation Drawing

Sketching and drawing are essential skills in interior design, serving as the foundation for visualizing and communicating ideas. Sketching allows designers to quickly capture concepts, explore spatial layouts, and experiment with forms, materials, and proportions. Drawing, whether hand-rendered or digital, refines these ideas into more detailed and accurate representations. These skills are crucial for effectively conveying design intent to clients, architects, and contractors, ensuring clarity and precision in execution. Mastering sketching and drawing enhances creativity, problem-solving, and the ability to translate abstract ideas into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces.

The grid method is a technique that uses a network of evenly spaced lines to break down a complex image or space into manageable sections. In interior design, it helps accurately scale reference images or floor plans, ensuring proportion and perspective are maintained when transferring ideas from concept to paper or digital renderings. This method trains the eye for detail, sharpens spatial awareness, and supports precision in visual communication — all essential skills for creating balanced, well-planned interior environments.

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Final Sketch

Original Magazine Image

Step 1

Black & White, Grid Transfer Technique

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3D Modeling

3D modeling in interior design is the process of creating three-dimensional digital representations of interior spaces, furniture, materials, and lighting. These models help visualize designs realistically, allowing designers, clients, and contractors to explore spatial arrangements, textures, colors, and lighting before construction or renovation begins.

 Realistic visualization allows you to see the final design before execution. Accurate space planning ensures furniture and decor fit perfectly. Quick and easy modifications enable fast design adjustments. Professional presentations enhance client communication. Time and cost efficiency reduce errors and rework. Walkthrough animations create immersive virtual tours. An extensive 3D library provides access to pre-made furniture and materials. Integration with other tools allows seamless work with AutoCAD, Revit, and rendering plugins.

Boho Évasion

Residential: Remodel

Location: San Diego

Year: 2023

        

Software: Trimble Sketchup - Chaos Enscape.

Concept Design

Laura, a 25-year-old recent graduate living in San Diego, is eager to transform her bedroom into a cozy, minimalistic Bohemian retreat. Inspired by her travels, particularly her visit to France, she envisions a space that merges traditional Boho aesthetics with vintage French influences.

Given the room's limited size, the design must prioritize functionality while maintaining warmth and character. She desires an inviting atmosphere achieved through a mix of textures, textiles, and vibrant yet balanced colors. Warm wooden flooring will ground the space, while light-colored walls will enhance openness and brightness.

Key design elements include an abundance of plants to bring in a natural, refreshing feel, along with custom window shades featuring molding details reminiscent of a classic French interior. Vintage-inspired furniture, aged hardware, and carefully curated décor pieces will contribute to a sense of nostalgia and charm. The final result should reflect Laura’s adventurous spirit and love for books, providing her with a serene and inspiring sanctuary.

Layout Options

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Bedroom Floorplan

Bedroom Elevations

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Grids help guide accurate proportions and angles when drawing a room in 2-point perspective. By aligning lines to two vanishing points on the horizon, designers can create realistic depth, scale, and spatial relationships. This method is especially useful in interior design to visualize how furniture, walls, and features interact within a space, bringing design concepts to life with clarity and precision.

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