V-Ray 7.00.01 for SketchUp (versions 2021–2024) represents a massive leap in architectural visualization, introducing groundbreaking technologies like 3D Gaussian Splatting and AI-driven asset generation. This version is designed to bridge the gap between initial concept and photorealistic reality, all within the familiar SketchUp environment.
V-Ray 7 is the first commercial ray tracer to natively support 3D Gaussian Splatting . This technology allows you to import high-quality 3D scans of real-world objects or environments—captured from simple photos or videos—and render them with realistic lighting and depth. It effectively eliminates the need for complex photogrammetry workflows for background elements. V-Ray 7.00.01 for SketchUp 2021-2024
: Simplified lighting setups with a library of realistic interior light fixtures that are both easier to place and faster to render. V-Ray 7
: Quickly transform any uploaded image into a high-quality PBR material with albedo, normal, and roughness maps automatically generated. This technology allows you to import high-quality 3D
Sharing designs with clients is more immersive in this version:
: Use these tools to refine the realism of vegetation and people or to turn low-resolution drafts into presentation-ready visuals without a full re-render. Enhanced Lighting and Materials
: The updated PRG Sky model now supports varying altitudes, allowing you to simulate environments at different elevations, complete with saturated blue skies and realistic sunsets.