The 8 BEST AI Tools for Architects and Designers
AI Summary
AI Tools for Architecture and Design
Overview
- Purpose: Guide for utilizing AI in architecture and design, starting from beginner to advanced tools.
Beginner Level
- AI Image Generation:
- Use Prom AI for turning text into images quickly.
- Features include adjusting scene, perspective, and lighting.
- Sketch-to-render tool allows uploading sketches for realistic renders.
- Compares to other tools: Rendir, Mid Journey, Look X, DALL·E 2, Stable Diffusion.
- Image Editing:
- Use tools for correcting, replacing, and enhancing images:
- Erase and Replace Tool: Paint over areas to remove defects.
- Out Painting Tool: Expand images while retaining quality.
- HD Upscaler Tool: Improve quality of blurry images.
- Region Rendering Tool: Upload base image for detailed editing.
Intermediate Level
- AI for Floor Plans:
- Plan Finder: Plugin for CAD/BIM software for rapid floor plan creation.
- Functions: Fit (filter existing plans) and Furnish (quick furnishing).
- Finch 3D: Tool for designing detailed apartment and office layouts.
- Make it AI: Generates residential floor plans and 3D renders, assisting with zoning and costs.
Advanced Level
- Creating AI Videos:
- Pro AI: Generates videos from images or text prompts.
- Offers creative visualization of ideas and renders.
- Mentioned tools: Runway AI for video creation and frame interpolation.
- 3D Model Rendering:
- Use Stable Diffusion AI for realistic renderings without traditional software.
- Requires basic understanding of Rhino and Grasshopper.
- Incorporate Chat GPT for creating custom components in 3D modeling.
Conclusion
- Access: Many tools are subscription-based; Prom AI offers a free account with 10 credits for testing.
- Community Resources: Prom AI’s community provides examples to inspire designs.
Additional Links
- Links to tools and additional resources provided in video description.