ok.....here goes....Trial #1...!!

[Gareth]

thanks smiley.....i'll fix that glass and repost

[Pg09]

I'm on Gareth's side on this one

This is a kind of "sketchy" render that very often you only do for yourself as an architect - or even to show clients - so the main goal is just to get a feel for the building (quick and easy) without getting lost in details. I like the gray background too, although you could try to make it darker for sure.

Well done!

[Fletch]

great images, if you and client are happy, and you had fun, that's pretty much all that matters in my opinion.

[Ecuadorian]

Actually, first time I saw the images I immediately imagined them printed with glossy varnish in the grey sky parts in Architectural Record's cover.

[Gareth]

Hi Adam,

Thank you.....and you are absolutely correct, it is indeed a quick way to convey a message......for me it's like 'sketchy' meets 'semi-realism'.

For this particular project, this method is ideal....there will of course be occasions where I will perhaps need to build up the surroundings.

[Gareth]

Hi Fletch,

Yes I have had some fun...!.....and the client is very happy.

My partner prefers smiley's red background though....!! (will post that one soon)

[Gareth]

background comparisons....red v grey

amazingly fast renderings at a reduced image size of 650 x 320.....using Easy preset 08....30 minutes render time and 80 passes...this is where Twilight really excels..!

[Smiley]

My partner prefers smiley's red background though....!!

Loving it!!

I was thinking a darker red, almost burgundy, but now that I see it, I prefer this lighter one. It really cheers it up, and gives a great contrast.. very CHIC!!
This really looks like a magazine picture to me!.. *thumbs up smiley*

[Gareth]

dammit smiley......i was hoping you'd change your mind....!!!!

[Gareth]

finished product....!

thank you for the comments and contributions