Realistic Rendering of Spaces with 3ds Max
A course by Milan StevanovićArchitect and 3D Artist
A course by Milan Stevanović, Architect and 3D Artist
Create an architectural model of a building filled with detail from the initial brief to the final touches in Photoshop
Architectural visualization goes beyond creating realistic models of buildings — it’s a way to illustrate and inspire a new future. Milan Stevanović is an architect and artist who specializes in creating 3D models of buildings. As founder of A+ Studio, his aim is to help architects and developers present their work to investors and buyers in the best way possible.
In this course, Milan shares his industry expertise to hone your architectural illustration skills. Dive into 3ds Max and learn how to use its digital tools to shape, model, render, and retouch striking visualizations of the buildings you envision.
What will you learn in this online course?
33 lessons & 15 downloads
How to Understand the Brief
2 minutes, 34 seconds
Preparing AutoCAD DWG for Import
17 minutes, 2 seconds
Importing and Positioning Drawing in 3ds Max
7 minutes, 3 seconds
Modeling the Basic Volume
8 minutes, 4 seconds
Modeling Corten Panels
19 minutes, 33 seconds
Modeling Wood Cladding
11 minutes, 35 seconds
What's included in this course?
Begin by getting to know Milan. He shares his professional background, and his experience with architectural visualization. See some photo references of his work before hearing about his influences and his sources of inspiration.
Discover the possibilities of 3D modeling by getting an overview of what it encompasses. Milan guides you through the 3ds Max interface, its digital tools and what they can do. Next, take a look at a client’s brief and understand how to interpret it. Then, start modeling the basic structure by exploring the process of importing and positioning different elements.
Milan guides you through the process of adding details in the surrounding space, as well as the interior elements like furniture, flooring, carpentry, and more. Learn how to create an exterior scene by modeling structures like outdoor stairs and adding texture.
Bring your architectural visualization to life by seeing how to set up the finalized scene. Learn how to adjust your illustration to manipulate camera positioning. Milan teaches you the basics of working with VRay presets, before exploring lighting materials and texturizing environmental details.
To wrap up the course, Milan shows you how to render your visualization and import it to Photoshop for the final details. He takes you step by step through adding the final touches, fixing errors, and even adding a dog! Hear Milan’s final tips on presenting your work and how to showcase it to clients.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Create a detailed model of a weekend house.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for architects, students, artists, and anyone interested in creating architectural visualizations.
Requirements and materials
A good understanding of 3ds Max is required.
To take this course, you need access to a computer with 3ds Max, V-Ray, Photoshop, and Multiscatter.
Reviews
- 10 days ago
Si el profe usa demasiados modificadores.Como es un nivel intermedio, para los que están más familiarizados con 3d Max, Seria bueno que añadan un curso nivel básico.
- 11 months ago
Hay cosas que no se entienden porque no dice qué botón presiona. Además, considero que explica muy rápido
- 1 year ago
Fluxo de explicação muito rápido quase impossível de acompanhar vendo uma única vez o vídeo, pois adiciona muitos modificadores nos objetos, entendo que isso separa mais organizadamente o trabalho mas para quem quer aprender não é de muito ajuda.
- 1 year ago
Excellent tuto, très pointu.
- 2 years ago
great course explanation and very helpful teacher
Their clients range from local projects like creating a visualization for the revitalization of Cara Dušana street in the center of Belgrade, to international projects like visualizations for the rehabilitation of the old corrida arena name Plaza de Toros in Tangier, Morocco. A+ Studio’s work has been featured in Belgrade Design Week, Arhitekton magazine, and Dezeen online magazine.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Getting Started with the Project
- How to Understand the Brief
- Preparing AutoCAD DWG for Import
- Importing and Positioning Drawing in 3ds Max
- U3
Modeling the Building
- Modeling the Basic Volume
- Modeling Corten Panels
- Modeling Wood Cladding
- Modeling and Positioning Blinds
- Modeling Building Details
- U4
Modeling Additional Details and Terrain
- Modeling Net on the Terrace
- Modeling the Basement Walls and Parking
- Modeling Outdoor Stairs 1
- Modeling Outdoor Stairs 2
- Modeling Terrain’s Existing State
- Modeling Terrain According to the Project
- U5
Composition, Lighting, and Shading
- Default Scene and Importing a 3D Model
- Basic Lighting Setup
- Creating Simple Shaders
- Importing Shaders From Quixel
- Creating Complex Shaders
- Texturing the Environment
- U6
Environment and Atmosphere
- Adding Grass With MultiScatter
- Adding Additional Vegetation
- Adding Details and Surrounding Elements
- Final Scene Adjustments
- Final Render Setup
- Final Render Review and LightMix in VRay
- U7
Post-production in Photoshop
- Opening Render in Photoshop
- Working With Render Passes
- Adding Entourage
- Nik Color Efex Pro Plugin for Photoshop
- Final Adjustments
- FP
Final project
- Realistic Rendering of Spaces with 3ds Max
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for intermediate users who have basic experience with 3ds Max and want to advance their skills in architectural visualization workflows.
You will need 3ds Max, V-Ray, AutoCAD, Photoshop, and access to Quixel Bridge. A Wacom tablet, such as a Cintiq, is recommended for digital sketching but not strictly required.
You will learn to model, texture, and render architectural interiors and exteriors, interpret architectural drawings, apply lighting and materials, and use post-production techniques for presentation-ready images.
A Wacom tablet is recommended for digital sketching workflows and pen drawing tasks, but you can complete most of the course using a standard mouse and keyboard.
Yes, the course includes detailed lessons on modeling and setting up both interior and exterior scenes in 3ds Max for architectural visualization projects.
Yes, the course teaches how to organize, clean, and import AutoCAD (DWG) drawings into 3ds Max, including rescaling, aligning, and preparing geometry for 3D modeling.
Yes, you will learn to set up V-Ray lights, create realistic HDRI environments, adjust rendering parameters, and use V-Ray materials for compelling visualizations.