3D Modeling

3D Modeling Services

Accurate 3D models built from your plans, sketches, or CAD files. Modeling is the precise foundation we build before producing a photorealistic render, and we can deliver the model on its own or carry it all the way to the final image.

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3D model and render of a kitchen with walnut cabinetry and a marble island
The basics

What is 3D modeling, and how is it different from rendering?


3D modeling is the act of building an accurate three-dimensional version of your project, walls, geometry, cabinetry, and site, from your 2D plans or sketches. Rendering is the next step: lighting and texturing that model to produce a photorealistic image. We model in SketchUp, which gives us a clean, editable foundation that flows straight into our interior and exterior renders.

Why Sayo Designs

Built for professionals


  • An accurate foundation

    A precise model means every render, walkthrough, and revision afterward is faster and truer to your design.

  • From your documents

    We model from floor plans, elevations, sketches, or CAD, no existing 3D file required.

  • Model to render, one studio

    Take the model straight into photorealistic renders without handing off to another team.

  • Editable and reusable

    A clean SketchUp model is easy to adjust as the design evolves.

How it works

From plan to photorealistic


  1. 01

    Share your vision

    Send a plan, sketch, or references with your finishes.

    Day one
  2. 02

    Sketches for approval

    We model your project and send sketches, refining until they’re right.

    Within 4 days
  3. 03

    Final renders

    Once you sign off, photorealistic renders follow, revisions included.

    1 to 2 days after sign-off
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3D Modeling FAQs


What is the difference between 3D modeling and rendering?

Modeling builds the accurate 3D geometry of your project. Rendering lights and textures that model into a photorealistic image. We do both.

What software do you use?

We model in SketchUp, then render photorealistically. The model gives us a clean, editable base for renders and walkthroughs.

Can you model from 2D plans or sketches?

Yes. Floor plans, elevations, or even rough sketches are enough for us to build an accurate model.

Does modeling include the final render?

It can. We can deliver the model on its own, or carry it through to finished renders, your choice.

What formats do you deliver?

SketchUp files and standard exchange formats on request, plus high-resolution render images if you continue to rendering.

How fast is turnaround?

We send first drafts within 4 working days; the clock pauses while we wait on your feedback.

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Need your project modeled?

Send your plans and we’ll build the model, and render it too, if you’d like. First drafts in 4 days.