Archicad rendering with Enscape

3D rendering and walkthrough for Archicad in real-time.
ENSCAPE & ARCHICAD

Design intuitively with Archicad rendering

Used by architects, designers, and urban planners, the software is ideal for an enhanced BIM experience and collaboration across project teams. Known for its clean workspace, the platform only displays frequently used functions, and elements that are used often are saved as favorites for quicker access.

Using Enscape as an Archicad render plugin is a great option for users who want to enhance their designs without disrupting their daily workflows.

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Integrate visualization into your design workflow

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Design and visualize in one model

No more side tracks. No more double work. One single source of truth.

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Why use Enscape for Archicad?

Enscape brings your Archicad designs to life with real-time rendering, helping you visualize projects instantly without disrupting your design workflow.

Easily create photorealistic images, walkthroughs, and immersive VR experiences—all from within Archicad. One click launches virtual reality for a deeper, more engaging way to present your work.

It’s simple to use, with no special training required. You’ll also have access to helpful video tutorials and a comprehensive knowledge base to get the most out of your rendering experience.

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Creating the best Archicad renderings

Once installed, Enscape appears in the Archicad top menu by default. You can also enable a dedicated Enscape Toolbar via the Toolbars settings.

Any changes you make in Archicad are instantly reflected in Enscape, enabling real-time visualization and faster feedback throughout the design process.

Enhance your renders with Enscape’s built-in Asset Library, featuring over 3,000 high-quality assets. Add further realism using the Enscape Material Editor to refine surfaces and textures with ease.

How to Render in Archicad

Follow these best practices to create high-quality 3D renders in Archicad with Enscape:

  • Adjust Texture Hue: Use the Tint control in the Albedo section to fine-tune colors. Standard palettes or custom values in the Advanced tab give you full control.
  • Add Depth with Bump Maps: For a more realistic look, apply a bump map. If none is available, select "Use Albedo" to repurpose your texture as a bump map.
  • Refine Reflections: Use a roughness map to simulate surface details like smudges or scratches, giving materials added realism.
  • Enable Live Update: Turn on Live Update to sync Archicad changes with Enscape in real time.
  • Explore More Tips: Visit our Knowledge Base for detailed guides and tutorials to help you get the most from your rendering workflow.

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Support
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Continuous updates
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Learning resources
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Floating license options available
Core features
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Real-time speed
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CAD/BIM integration
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Ease of use
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Mac compatibility
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Bi-directional data flow
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Virtual reality
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Revit graphics override
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BIM info
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Artistic visual modes
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.vrscene support
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Expanded CAD file format support
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Energy dials panel
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Energy modelling simulation
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3D scene assembly
Rendering performance
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Low hardware requirements
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Visual presets & rendering styles
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Realistic lighting (GI)
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HQ images & panoramas
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Site context
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Advanced denoising solution
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100% real-time ray tracing
AI Tools
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AI-enhanced vegetation and people
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Veras Basic
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Veras Pro
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AI-powered ideation
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AI-scene enrichment
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AI-geometry override
Assets & materials
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Custom asset library
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Enscape material editor
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Realistic 3D/4D people collection
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Cosmos Solo Library
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Cosmos Premium Library
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Cosmos Collection Library
Video & animation
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Video editor and camera animation
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Advanced cinematic effects
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Advanced environmental animations
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Large scene support
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Crowd simulations
Collaboration & interactivity
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Project sharing, markup & review
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Interactive virtual tour
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QR code based project previews
ArchDesign Collection
Floating license
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$9490/month
What's included

See the available products in each plan

Enscape, Veras, Envision, Enscape Impact, Cosmos
Available integrations

Enscape is available for all your favourite CAD platforms

Support & licensing
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Support
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Continuous updates
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Learning resources
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Floating license options available
Core features
Info Icon
Real-time speed
Info Icon
CAD/BIM integration
Info Icon
Ease of use
Info Icon
Mac compatibility
Info Icon
Bi-directional data flow
Info Icon
Virtual reality
Info Icon
Revit graphics override
Info Icon
BIM info
Info Icon
Artistic visual modes
Info Icon
.vrscene support
Info Icon
Expanded CAD file format support
Info Icon
Energy dials panel
Info Icon
Energy modelling simulation
Info Icon
3D scene assembly
Rendering performance
Info Icon
Low hardware requirements
Info Icon
Visual presets & rendering styles
Info Icon
Realistic lighting (GI)
Info Icon
HQ images & panoramas
Info Icon
Site context
Info Icon
Advanced denoising solution
Info Icon
100% real-time ray tracing
AI Tools
Info Icon
AI-enhanced vegetation and people
Info Icon
Veras Basic
Info Icon
Veras Pro
Info Icon
AI-powered ideation
Info Icon
AI-scene enrichment
Info Icon
AI-geometry override
Assets & materials
Info Icon
Custom asset library
Info Icon
Enscape material editor
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Realistic 3D/4D people collection
Info Icon
Cosmos Solo Library
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Cosmos Premium Library
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Cosmos Collection Library
Video & animation
Info Icon
Video editor and camera animation
Info Icon
Advanced cinematic effects
Info Icon
Advanced environmental animations
Info Icon
Large scene support
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Crowd simulations
Collaboration & interactivity
Info Icon
Project sharing, markup & review
Info Icon
Interactive virtual tour
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QR code based project previews
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