For those working in collaborative BIM environments, the module can now read IFC metadata embedded in SketchUp Pro 2024 models. Thus, a window component tagged as "Tempered Glass, 8mm" automatically receives the correct refractive index and thickness in the render. This alignment of BIM data with visual output ensures that photorealistic renders remain contractually faithful to the design specifications.

The world of architectural visualization is unforgiving. Deadlines shrink, client expectations soar, and the line between "render" and "photograph" continues to blur. For designers using Trimble SketchUp, the engine that has consistently bridged that gap is Chaos’ V-Ray. With the release of , Chaos has delivered more than a routine service pack—it has launched a fundamental shift in how designers approach lighting, geometry, and workflow integration.

Speed demons will love this. The new NVIDIA AI Denoiser now works at half resolution, rendering a scene in 30 seconds that used to take 4 minutes. For interior designers doing rapid iteration on lighting layout, this is a game-changer.

V-Ray 7.00.01 uses Chaos License Server 6.0+. Both and floating (network) licenses are supported. No major changes to borrowing or offline licensing.

: Improved models for more realistic outdoor lighting and atmospheric effects. GPU Rendering Improvements : Faster "time to first pixel" and new support for (realistic light patterns from water or glass) on the GPU. Chaos Cosmos Variants

: Requires 64-bit Windows 10/11 or macOS 10.15+ (macOS 11.0+ recommended for newer builds). Licensing & Availability