From now until 31st March 2025, get 5% off top software at CAD Software Direct! Whether you are a product designer, mechanical engineer, visual effects artist or architect, you’ll find a good deal here. Look for the Winter Savings box on eligible products. Save on SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS is a computer-aided design (CAD) software widely used … Read more
Cyber Essentials is a government-backed certification scheme that helps businesses to protect themselves against cyber threats. In 2024, 50% of businesses reported a breach or attack. This isn’t just targeting huge multinational enterprises. Small and medium businesses are also targeted. Your business’s data is valuable to bad actors, even if you don’t realise it is. … Read more
SOLIDWORKS 2025 brings many exciting updates designed to enhance productivity, improve workflows, and deliver powerful tools for modern design and manufacturing. This version offers significant improvements across the board, from advanced rendering capabilities to expanded CNC machining and 3D printing functionalities. Whether you are optimising parts, assemblies, or drawings or leveraging cutting-edge collaboration tools, SOLIDWORKS … Read more
V-Ray 7 for Rhino is the latest iteration of Chaos’ powerful 3D rendering software. This update brings various features which help architects, designers, and visualisation artists bring their ideas to life. Known for its versatility and precision, V-Ray integrates with Rhino and Grasshopper, providing real-time renders and stunning photorealistic images. V-Ray also works with other … Read more
VisualARQ 3 brings many cool updates to the architectural Rhino Plugin. One of our favourites is the new Level Manager, which is a helpful way to manage floors in architectural designs. So, let’s dive into Level Manager In VisualARQ 3 in detail. The Level Manager is a panel in the UI which offers a powerful … Read more
Bella Render prides itself on being easy to use and achieving stunning results. It integrates with Rhino, Maya, and SketchUp to provide realistic renders for architects, product designers, and other visualisation professionals. What sets Bella Render apart is its dedication to effortless physical accuracy. The software is predictably designed, so very little trial and error … Read more
SketchUp is a 3D modelling software that is widely used by architects, engineers, and designers. SketchUp Pro has been the go-to version for many years, but a more complete tier has been added relatively recently – SketchUp Studio. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of upgrading to SketchUp Studio. SketchUp Studio offers … Read more
In architectural design, communicating ideas with clarity can make a big difference. Stunning visualisations can take a concept that inspires to a design that makes stakeholders sit up and take note. Tools for visualisation in SketchUp can help you create work that wins work and gets people listening. While SketchUp is best known for its … Read more
V-Ray 7 for SketchUp brings many exciting features and tools designed to improve efficiency, expand creative possibilities, and enhance presentation capabilities. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned visualiser, this release offers innovative solutions to help you work smarter and produce stunning results. Let’s take a closer look at what’s on offer. What is V-Ray? … Read more
Chaos Corona 12.1 builds on the strengths of version 12, delivering tools that improve speed, collaboration, and quality in 3D rendering. From real-time scene interaction with Vantage Live Link to enhanced caustics and automatic exposure adjustments, this update simplifies workflows while elevating the visual results. What is Chaos Corona? Corona Chaos delivers efficient 3D rendering … Read more