Clay Rendering for Surface Details

Clear visuals are vital for presenting complex reality capture and 3D modeling projects. Clay rendering shifts the focus from textures and colors to the geometric essence of point clouds and 3D models, simplifying complex visuals.

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Clay-rendered point cloud of Porte Chouette (France), captured by Nicolas Trültzsch and his team at the Dijon office of My Digital Buildings. 

With NUBIGON v7, this minimalist technique is now available for presentations of laser scanning, scan-to-BIM, and as-built modeling projects.

What is Clay Rendering?

Clay rendering uses neutral tones and monochromatic shading to highlight contours and structure, emphasizing design details without distraction. Ideal for intricate facades, architectural elements, or natural formations, it provides a professional, timeless aesthetic that simplifies communication while preserving critical details.

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Clay-rendered BIM model of a residential building in Germany, courtesy of Clint McLaren-Tran. 

Clay Rendering with NUBIGON

With clay rendering, NUBIGON v7 lets users transform dense point clouds and models into clear, impactful visuals. Whether presenting scan-to-BIM deliverables or an as-built model, this feature ensures your audience focuses on what matters most: the surface geometry.

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Start today and experience how clay rendering in NUBIGON v7 redefines project communication.