Autodesk® 3ds Max® Design 2013 visualization software provides architects, designers, civil engineers, and visualization specialists with 3D modeling, rendering, animation, and compositing tools to help create cinematic-quality visuals and movies. 3DS Max Design integrates NVIDIA® iray® rendering technology to help users get more predictable, photorealistic results without worrying about rendering settings, and features lighting simulation tools validated by the National Research Council Canada. Smooth interoperability with Autodesk® Revit® software, Autodesk® Inventor® software, Adobe® Photoshop® and After Effects®, as well as many CAD products, enables architects and designers to more rapidly aggregate their CAD data into emotionally engaging visualizations in order to validate and sell their designs.
Rapid iteration of designs –With interoperability with the AutoCAD®, Revit®, and Autodesk® Inventor® software product families, 3ds Max Design enables users to experience non-destructive workflows when upstream changes occur. The software also supports more than 30 2D and 3D data formats.
Accurate daylight analysis –3ds Max Design is one of the tools validated by the CNRC for the simulation and analysis of indirect and daylight effects. In addition, direct lighting can be explored in real-time in the viewport.
High-impact visuals –Technology proven in the entertainment industry enables designers and visualization specialists to create cinematic-quality imagery using:
An industry-leading polygon modeling toolset
Out-of-the-box animation, character, and effects tools
