18 Realistic Architectural Models To Whet Your Appetite

Architecture is the greatest form of 3D modeling that predates computers - take that, sculpture! That’s why they built the Colossus, you know! Nowadays, with all the 3D modeling tools at hand, we can dream up any building we want. However, this post celebrates those 3D modelers that chose to make realistic buildings and interiors, ones that bow down to both physics and contemporary tastes. Here’s some of the best inspiring realistic architecture in 3D modeling.

The Door to… by Aleks Braz

Where does this door lead to? Nobody knows - Aleks didn’t render the rest of the house, or the country the house is. He himself is very coy about the origins and inspiration for the door - only that it comes from something that attracted his eye while travelling.

Shiba Ryotaro Memorial Museum by Alex Roman

Shiba Ryotaro Memorial Museum in Osaka was designed by Tadao Ando… and recreated in 3D by Alex Roman. He wrote that wanted to model the place ever since he saw it. See, you 3D modeling hot shots, inspiration is waiting for you out there, even if that “out there” is Japan.

The Piano by Barbara Witkowska

This is a rendering of Queluz National Palace ballroom, Portugal. You know what it sorely needs? High poly nobles and noble ladies in over the top dresses dancing a slow dance. Or low poly steampunk musketeers wreaking havoc. Either way works.

Bedroom by Behzad Javidani

This room already looks like a living, breathing place. The bed is not made, the guitar is collecting dust, the rug looks like it’s collecting even more dust… It’s just like home, only my home is not nearly that big or well-lit.

The Chesterfield Project by Benjamin Brosdau

This interior is meant to evoke the feel of 19th century class and opulence, reflected in fine materials used and master class craftsmanship of every item. I want to sit down, pour some brandy in a glass and have a relaxed talk about the future of the Empire. Hope we won’t mention anything monocle-popping!

Hell’s Kitchen Loft by German Jarrys

Another piece inspired by an actual bit of architecture, or so it seems. I don’t want to imagine the price of rent there. I don’t think I could afford to live in the 3D render, either.

Dining Room by Lambert Wong

Pass the butter, my dear. This looks like a scene that’s only missing a family meeting over a hearty and hopefully happy meal. Take two looks at it and you’ll feel like moving to the country and away from the bustle of the city.

Studio 33 by Mario Nogueira

Everybody wants to live in a studio apartment. The place immediately imbues some bohemian charm into your life, and you suddenly start feeling the urge to drink wine and use French words. Maybe you’ll even read a book by a man with an unpronounceable surname! But now, back to 3D modeling.

Parisian Rain by Nicholas O'Leary

This image is all 3D, except for the people in the foreground. Paris is still pretty cool, even if it’s not a 3D model of Montmartre.

Torre Da Cidade by Nuno Silva

Frankly, we’re not that sure what it is that we are looking at. But we know that there’s some serious CGI work here. That and architectural expertise. Can’t just plop down a cube mesh and call it a day, ya know!

Night - public buildings by prz2012

Public buildings? Those look the EvilCorp Inc. headquarters! It’s floor after floor of evil accountants, maleficent lawyers, eldritch meeting rooms and other things of poor repute. I bet the underground parking houses a zombie lab, too.

R Apartment by Sleiman Sbeih

What does the “R” stand for? Nobody knows, it’s a mystery! Much like it’s a mystery how a plucky female protagonist with an unspecified artistic job can afford its rent while also engaging in romcom shenanigans.

Phil & Joe bt Sleiman Sbeih

Now that is some old school hair salon. Why, it probably only accepts people who wear top hats and all that. The attention to detail is great and the barbershop definitely looks like a place run by two young beardos.

Cloned to be Different by Tamas Medve

Tamas created this piece with a friend, to teach him how to work with the tools. He says that the clip art - photos of people - was the hardest part and they had to take over 500 pictures before they got the right ones.

Powerful Tower by Tamas Medve

This building was meant to illustrate a busy business area. And that’s what it does, with the light and vertical lines giving the impression of constant movement stuck in a long exposure photo.

Rue de Seine by Viktor Fretyán

Traffic jams would be more fun if we all traveled in boats. Of course, then I would travel by sub to bypass all the jams. What is a little bit of claustrophobia and oxygen deprivation when you get to work on time, anyways?

Sunlight Bright And Beautiful Afternoon by Xiaoge Liu

The artist says he likes the building and loves modeling it. We see no fault in that, it’s certainly something beautiful!

Rain Street by Zhang Naigang

This is was actually made to be a cover of a book! See how 3D modeling, the most modern of arts, can help dead tree publishing? Out with the old, in with a great mix of new and old!