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Modern Home Renderings in Edmonds, WA: A Visual Journey

Project type

Residential Exterior Renderings

Date

August, 2024

Location

Edmonds, WA 98020

3D Renderings

KOLO CGI

Client

Marlo Brown Architect

Where Architecture Meets Nature
In the verdant setting of Edmonds, Washington, this project brought a contemporary residence to life through the art of digital visualization. Collaborating with a visionary local architect, we turned technical blueprints into emotional stories—capturing not just a structure, but a connection between modern design and the Pacific Northwest landscape.

The Vision
The client’s goals were to:

Highlight the clean lines and modern aesthetic of the home

Showcase the relationship between architecture and its natural surroundings

Create a warm, inviting atmosphere using dusk lighting

Deliver impactful visuals for presentations and marketing

The Artistic Process
1. Model Preparation & Initial Input

Architect’s 3D model (detailed base geometry)

Material and finish references

Inspiration images for dusk lighting mood

Landscape design adapted to regional flora

Enhanced geometry and details for photorealism

2. Composing Through Light & Shadow

White renderings from multiple perspectives

Viewpoint selection together with the client

Composition studies for storytelling and framing

3. Material & Lighting Implementation

Natural tones and texture-matched finishes

Strategic twilight lighting for mood and emotion

Landscape integration with native plants

Realistic reflectivity, transparency, and surface effects

4. Refinement & Client Collaboration

Two revision rounds for:

Material fine-tuning

Landscape scaling and positioning

Maintaining atmospheric elements like fog

All aligned with both architectural and emotional goals

Client Response
“These are incredible! Great job! I am very impressed.”
“Just amazing. I love it!”
“They look fantastic. I'm so happy with how they turned out!”

The renderings became a key presentation and marketing asset, helping the architect communicate the design vision with clarity and depth.

The Craft Behind the Art
Software: 3ds Max, Corona Renderer, Photoshop

Resolution: 4K (optimized for print and digital)

Specialty: Architectural visualization with cinematic lighting

The Essence of Our Approach
Twilight Alchemy – Capturing the balance of natural and artificial light

Storytelling Through Process – Using white models to guide composition

Harmony of Elements – Presenting architecture in its natural context

Artistry Within Constraints – High-end visuals delivered on schedule

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