Yes, being able to choose import type, similar to Twinmotion where it is simple and easy to use light models in Revit, and then bulk replace objects in D5 would save users a ton of time.
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I have a long time (15 years) using Sketchup for my 3D and archviz models. For rendering I use Thea render from the first version, I was also a V-ray tester for Sketchup.
Including complex models through proxies is very important.
For this I use Transmutr, a really useful and easy-to-use tool, a couple of clicks are enough to include any complex OBJ, FBX, SKP model.
Check it:
Right now it supports proxies for: Thea render, V-ray and Enscape.
They are great guys, and I think there is a chance for collaboration to support D5 proxies in the future. It would be great!
An example:
Transmutr App:
Proxie skp model:
Render:
Best regards!!!
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Nice one.
Good to see you here.
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Thank you, me too George!
I’m interested in Skatter also Ivan, how could you use Skatter in sketchup and render it in D5?
@ivan_dedos
Hi Huss!
the same way you now work with V-ray, Thea and Enscape:
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I mean exporting the geometry as Proxy for D5 and will D5 recognize it, I didn’t purchase it yet and I’m searching for the best plugin for scattering
Then you also have immediately the option to import (in the end a proxy) from Quixel Bridge. Two for one!
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The idea is good.
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Has this been discussed further since 2021? A proxy system would be huge.
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Integrating complex models using proxies is really important, especially in architectural visualization where complex details and large scenes are common. So be careful, because it’s easy to buy proxies, but the most important thing is that they are fully suitable for you. Thea Render and V-Ray are powerful rendering engines, and it’s interesting that you have experience with them. As the industry evolves, so do the tools and technologies, so it’s useful to keep up to date with the latest advances.
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Greetings to the D5 Render team and the community,
I am proposing an enhancement that could potentially elevate our rendering experience to new heights. The core of this proposal revolves around integrating support for SketchUp proxies within D5 Render, which in turn would lay down a pathway for incorporating the remarkable Skatter plugin by Lindalë https://lindale.io/skatter.
1. SketchUp Proxy Support:
SketchUp proxies are pivotal in managing complex scenes and ensuring a smoother workflow. By rendering lightweight proxy objects in the viewport, while keeping the high-res geometry for the final render, we can significantly cut down on the system resources required during the design phase.
Implementing this feature would inherently bridge the interoperability between SketchUp and D5 Render, making the transition between these two platforms seamless and efficient.
2. Skatter Plugin Integration:
Skatter by Lindalë is a phenomenal plugin used extensively for scattering populations of objects and vegetation in a scene. It’s a go-to tool for many professionals to achieve realistic, nature-filled scenes.
With the Skatter plugin, the potential for creating realistic environments in D5 Render expands exponentially. The plugin would allow us to populate our scenes with high-quality 3D vegetation, which is essential for achieving a natural look in architectural visualizations and other render projects.
The synergy of SketchUp proxy support and Skatter plugin integration would not only streamline our workflow but also unlock a new realm of creative possibilities. This fusion would undeniably save us a considerable amount of time, and significantly enhance the realism and quality of our renders.
I believe many in the community would echo the sentiment and find immense value in these enhancements. It’s a stride towards making D5 Render a more robust and versatile rendering solution. I am hopeful that this proposal resonates with others and garners enough attention for consideration in a future update.
Thank you for the continuous efforts in making D5 Render an outstanding rendering platform. Looking forward to the discussion and the exciting possibilities this integration could bring to our community.
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this would be very useful
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I am an architectural designer who uses Rhino 8 and VisualARQ 3 for design and modeling, and Enscape for rendering. Recently, I came across D5 software and was impressed by its excellent performance. Consequently, I Subscribe a monthly pro user license.
However, I was disappointed to find out that objects set up in D5 do not transfer back to Rhino 8 as proxies like Enscape does, nor can proxy objects be directly set up in Rhino 8. This is regrettable because I have already established a workflow that integrates proxy objects with a BIM system. This makes it difficult for me to switch to using D5. I hope in the future the design team can consider providing proxy objects like Enscape does, allowing users to directly set up furniture, vegetation, and people within the modeling software.
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It would be nice to import proxy models from vray or corona.
Thanks for the advice!
This is ABSOLUTELY needed! While wire frame mode is decent, it needs a hybrid option. Where vegetation are just bounding boxes and not every single polygon visible. It would improve every slowdown ever.
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The lack of an option to use proxies in D5 Render really feels like a missed opportunity. I see this feature being used a lot in other software, and it makes a huge difference in file size—for example with a SketchUp model. On top of that, it would be really helpful to be able to see the D5 assets you’re using back in SketchUp as well.
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Yes, it is painful to try to locate / move / rotate objects in D5 accurately, especially when walls or any other base model objects need to be updated.
Simple linked D5 proxies (just outline shape will be enough) in the modeling software will be a huge relief.
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I’d like to add my vote to this. I have just made a post with several videos, showing exactly why it’s important to have a proxy in host program.
Please check out my writing here. Thank you!