AI rendering terms, translated for architects.

BIM software by Graphisoft focused on architectural projects. Redraw is compatible with ArchiCAD screenshots, generating photorealistic renders directly in the browser without installing plugins or additional software.

Project methodology that centralizes architectural, structural, and MEP data in a single 3D model. BIM software like Revit and ArchiCAD are fully compatible with Redraw via screen capture.

Redraw feature that applies local edits to a render using AI inpainting. Lets you swap furniture, materials, or plants in a specific area without regenerating the entire image, giving granular control over the final result.

Rendering executed on remote servers instead of the user's computer. Traditionally sold as render farms charged per GPU-hour. Redraw is AI-native cloud rendering with predictable monthly subscription instead of per-minute billing.

Extension of diffusion models that lets you guide generation using a reference image (sketch, depth, pose). In architecture, it preserves fidelity to the original 3D model during AI rendering.

Real-time rendering software based on ray tracing. Competes with Lumion and Enscape in the traditional segment. Redraw offers an AI-based alternative without local GPU or manual scene configuration.

Real-time rendering plugin for Revit, SketchUp, and ArchiCAD. Compared to Redraw, it requires dedicated hardware and per-user licensing. Redraw replaces this workflow with cloud AI, no install, faster renders.

Use of the graphics processor to accelerate 3D image computation. Although faster than CPU, it still requires dedicated hardware and can take minutes to hours. Redraw eliminates the local GPU by processing 100% in the cloud with AI.

Also: High Dynamic Range Imaging

High dynamic range panoramic image used to light 3D scenes realistically. In traditional engines, choosing and configuring HDRI requires expertise. Redraw automates this via AI trained on architectural lighting.

Class of AI models capable of creating new images, text, or videos from instructions or references. In architecture, it transforms sketches and 3D models into photorealistic renders without traditional renderers.

Redraw feature that creates multiple stylistic variations from the same floor plan or 3D scene. Useful in the conception phase to explore atmospheres, palettes, and materials before locking the visual direction with the client.

Calculation of how reflected light between surfaces affects the entire scene. It's what makes photorealistic renders convincing. Redraw produces realistic GI automatically, with no manual indirect lighting adjustments.

Generative AI technique where an input image is transformed into another while preserving composition and geometry. It's the core of Redraw: the SketchUp or Revit screenshot serves as input and the model returns the photorealistic version.

AI technique that edits a specific area of an image without regenerating the rest. In Redraw, the Brush Tool applies inpainting to swap furniture, materials, or textures in localized regions while keeping the rest intact.

Real-time rendering software for architecture. Unlike Redraw, it requires local install, dedicated GPU, and an expensive license. Redraw delivers comparable results in 30 seconds directly in the browser, at a fraction of the cost.

Also: Modelo de difusão

AI architecture that generates images starting from random noise and refining step by step. It's the technical foundation of platforms like Stable Diffusion and Redraw's proprietary models trained on architecture.

Redraw feature that generates multiple views of the same project while keeping materials, lighting, and style identical across angles. Eliminates visual inconsistencies common in separate renders and accelerates client presentations.

Rendering technique that simulates the path of light physically, producing accurate global illumination. Traditional renderers like V-Ray use path tracing and take hours. Redraw's AI approximates these results in seconds.

Descriptive text that guides a generative AI model. In traditional tools it requires craft to write well. Redraw is prompt-free: since the models are trained on architecture, the user just sends the 3D screenshot and gets the render directly.

Rendering technique that simulates light rays bouncing between surfaces to generate photorealistic images. Traditionally requires expensive GPUs and hours of computation. Redraw's AI delivers equivalent quality in seconds without local hardware.

Redraw feature that copies the visual style (light, palette, atmosphere) from a reference photo into your render. Lets you keep visual consistency across projects with multiple environments or reproduce the style of inspiring photos.

Computer-generated image that reproduces the appearance of a real photograph, with accurate lighting, materials, and shadows. In Redraw, it's generated in up to 30 seconds from 3D model screenshots from SketchUp, Revit, or ArchiCAD.

Set of computers dedicated to rendering 3D images in parallel, rented by the hour. Indirectly competes with Redraw, which replaces this model with cloud AI at a fixed monthly cost and seconds-long response time.

BIM software by Autodesk used in architecture, engineering, and construction projects. Redraw transforms Revit viewport screenshots into photorealistic renders in up to 30 seconds, eliminating the need for plugins or complex exports.

3D modeling software popular among architects and interior designers for its ease of use. Redraw accepts SketchUp screenshots directly and generates photorealistic renders in seconds without exporting to another program.

Open source AI image generation model launched in 2022 that popularized diffusion models. Redraw evolved beyond it with proprietary models trained specifically on architecture, eliminating prompts and manual adjustments.

Real-time visualization software by Epic Games, based on the Unreal engine. As a Redraw competitor, it requires powerful hardware and a learning curve. Redraw delivers professional results in seconds, with no install.

Increase of an image's resolution to 3840×2160 pixels using AI, recovering details that didn't exist in the original. Redraw offers 4K upscaling, transforming preview renders into print-ready files.

Traditional rendering engine used in architecture and cinema, known for photorealistic quality. Unlike Redraw, it requires a powerful GPU, manual setup of materials and lighting, and renders take hours rather than seconds.

Redraw feature that turns a static render into a 3D animation with depth and movement. Creates walkthroughs and virtual tours in seconds, with no need for 3D cameras, animation software, or post-production.

Autodesk's 3D modeling and animation software, an industry standard in architecture, games, and cinema. Redraw accepts 3ds Max viewport screenshots and generates photorealistic renders in up to 30 seconds without configuring V-Ray, Corona, or Arnold.

Autodesk's 2D technical drafting and 3D modeling software, an industry standard since 1982. Redraw accepts AutoCAD viewport screenshots, turning technical lines into photorealistic renders in seconds without exporting to another program.

Open source 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software widely used in architecture. Redraw is compatible with Blender screenshots, letting you render projects without manually configuring Cycles or Eevee materials.

OpenAI's AI image generation model, used inside ChatGPT. Accessible directly in Redraw via the OpenAI integration. Unlike Redraw's proprietary model, it isn't trained specifically on architecture.

AI video generation model developed by Kuaishou, known for photorealistic quality. Integrated in Redraw, letting you turn static renders into professional videos without subscribing to the service separately.

Also: Low-Rank Adaptation

Lightweight fine-tuning technique that trains small specialized files on top of a larger diffusion model. In architecture, LoRAs can teach the style of a specific firm. Redraw trains its models with related techniques without requiring LoRAs from the user.

AI image upscaling and refinement tool, popular among visual professionals. Integrated in Redraw as an additional feature, enabling render upscaling without needing a parallel subscription.

AI image generator accessed via Discord, popular for visual concepts. Unlike Redraw, it requires complex prompts and isn't trained on architecture — producing stylized images without fidelity to your 3D model. Redraw preserves the project's geometry.

Google's image generation model (Gemini Image), known for editing capabilities and fidelity. Redraw integrates Nano Banana access alongside proprietary models trained specifically on architectural rendering.

Text instruction telling the AI what NOT to include in the image (e.g. blurry, distorted). Common in Stable Diffusion. Redraw removes this complexity: since models are trained on architecture, neither positive nor negative prompts are required.

Material standard that simulates how light physically interacts with surfaces, generating realistic reflections and highlights. Traditional renderers require manual PBR setup. Redraw applies PBR-equivalent materials automatically via AI.

Redraw feature that improves the quality and resolution of existing renders while preserving the original project intent. Useful for updating old images or refining outputs from other rendering engines while keeping composition and details.

NURBS modeling software popular among architects for complex organic forms and parametric design (with Grasshopper). Redraw accepts Rhino screenshots and generates photorealistic renders instantly.

Also: Text2Img

AI technique that generates images from text descriptions. Available in Redraw to complement img2img flows — useful for early concepts before a 3D model exists, but Redraw's focus is img2img trained on architecture.

Also: Virtual tour

Video or animation that simulates walking through an architectural project. Traditionally requires 3D cameras and hours of rendering. Redraw's Video Generator creates walkthroughs in seconds from a static render.