3D rendering · Chicago
3D rendering services in Chicago for architects, developers and builders
We create architectural renderings, 3D animation and virtual tours for projects across Chicago and the suburbs: multifamily and mixed-use in the West Loop, Fulton Market and River North, two-flat and greystone remodels, townhomes in the neighborhoods, and industrial and logistics buildings across the metro area.
Render Fabrik works for Chicago clients fully remotely, with quotes in US dollars. Our studio is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Central time, so most of your working day overlaps with ours and files sent before lunch can be in progress the same day.
Renderings from $300 per view · fixed quote in US dollars within 24 h
What we produce in Chicago
Multifamily and mixed-use
Mid-rise and high-rise buildings, ground-floor retail, amenity floors and unit interiors for zoning meetings, investors and pre-leasing.
Remodels and infill homes
Two-flats, greystones, bungalows and new infill homes, with before and after views that show how the new design fits the block.
Industrial and commercial
Warehouses, logistics centers, offices and retail for developers and brokers who need to lease or sell before construction.
Where we work in Chicago
West Loop, Fulton Market and River North
Residential towers, offices and conversions of old industrial buildings, where the image has to show the building among its well-known neighbors.
North Side neighborhoods
Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Logan Square and Wicker Park: two-flats, townhomes, small multifamily and storefronts on busy streets.
South and West Side
Affordable and mixed-income housing, community buildings and new construction on vacant lots, presented clearly to residents and city reviewers.
Suburbs
Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville and the northwest suburbs: single-family homes, townhome communities, office parks and industrial sites.
Renderings for the Chicago market
Chicago is a city of strong blocks: brick two-flats, greystones, old warehouses and towers with famous neighbors. A new building is judged by how it sits among them, so the rendering has to show the real street, the real skyline and materials that read as brick, limestone and glass, not as generic surfaces.
We work from the project's drawings and photos of the site. For remodels we start from the existing building, and for industrial projects we focus on what brokers and tenants ask first: access, loading, parking and the size of the space.
How to choose a 3D rendering company in Chicago
Look at how a studio handles seasons and weather. Many portfolios only have blue skies, but Chicago buyers know better, and a believable overcast or winter scene builds more trust than a perfect sunny one.
Ask for a fixed price, a schedule with previews and revision rounds, and usage rights for listings, signage and ads. We send all of it in US dollars within 24 hours.
3D rendering gallery
Photorealistic exteriors and interiors from our portfolio: the standard we deliver to developers and architects in Chicago.
Typical prices
Usual ranges in US dollars. The fixed quote depends on the number of views, the level of detail and the deadline.
| Deliverable | Range | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior rendering (facade, building, house) | $300 – $900 | per view, depending on context and detail |
| Interior rendering (unit, lobby, amenity) | $300 – $700 | per view; packages per unit type |
| Aerial / site plan view | $500 – $1,200 | with the real surroundings |
| Rendered floor plan | $200 – $400 | per plan, with furniture and materials |
| 3D animation (30 – 60 s) | $2,000 – $5,000 | script, animation and post-production |
| 360° virtual tour | $1,000 – $2,800 | per model unit, runs in the browser |
How we work with clients in Chicago
Brief
Drawings, 3D model if there is one, finish references and the views you need. Fixed quote in US dollars within 24 h.
Preview
Low-resolution camera angles and massing to approve composition and light before investing in detail.
Revisions
Revision rounds included: materials, lighting, landscaping and context until final approval.
Delivery
High resolution for print and signage, plus web versions for listings, social media and ads.
Selected projects
Volare: gated housing community
Houses on flat and sloping lots, clubhouse and rendered floor plans for the sales launch.
Liv Green Residence
Residential tower: exterior, amenities and a 3D commercial for the launch.
Hotel Ococo, Canary Islands
Hospitality project: facade, pool, common areas and a 3D video.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a 3D rendering take for a project in Chicago?
First previews in about 3 business days after we receive drawings and references; final images in 5 to 10 business days per scene. For launches with a fixed date we deliver in stages you can review as we go.
Do you work remotely? Do we need to meet?
No meeting is needed. The whole process is online: we receive the project in Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, DWG or PDF, agree on camera angles by video call or email, and send previews before the final render. We work for clients in Chicago on US hours.
How do quotes and payment work?
Quotes and invoices are in US dollars. You get a fixed quote within 24 hours; the usual terms are 50% to start and 50% on delivery, by bank transfer.
Can we use the images for marketing, leasing and listings?
Yes. We deliver high resolution files (up to 8K) for print, signage and brochures, plus web versions for listings, social media and ads. Usage rights for your marketing are included.
Can you show the building in winter or at dusk?
Yes. Chicago projects often need more than a sunny summer image: we render the same view at dusk, in fall or with snow, so buyers and tenants see how the building looks most of the year.
Get a fixed quote in US dollars
Send the drawings or a short description of the project. We reply within 24 hours with the price, the schedule and the first camera angles to approve.
Request a quote