How to produce rendered floor plans for presentation using ArchiCAD and Lumion

Learn how to create beautifully rendered floor plans using ArchiCAD, Lumion, and a touch of Photoshop — a workflow every architect should master.

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In this tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to transform a regular floor plan into a presentation-style render — complete with materials, shadows, and lighting effects that bring your drawings to life.

You’ll see how I handle:

Preparing and styling plans inside ArchiCAD

Exporting to Lumion for realistic rendering and light setup

Finishing touches in Photoshop for professional presentation results

Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate user, or pro, this workflow will help you produce clear, high-quality rendered floor plans that impress clients and elevate your project visuals.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

How to export and render 2D floor plans from ArchiCAD

Setting up materials and lighting in Lumion

Adding depth and realism with shadows

Enhancing color and contrast in Photoshop

Tips for fast, efficient architectural presentation renders

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