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A well-organized kitchen is essential for creating a modern and stylish home. When items are properly arranged and clutter is reduced, the kitchen feels more open, calm, and visually appealing. Modern kitchen organization focuses on simplicity, functionality, and clean design, helping the space look elegant while remaining practical for everyday use.

Minimalism plays a key role in achieving a modern kitchen look. Keeping countertops clear and storing unnecessary items inside cabinets instantly improves the appearance of the space. Smart storage solutions such as drawer dividers, pull-out shelves, and organized cabinets make it easier to access kitchen essentials while maintaining a neat and seamless design.

Using coordinated storage, neutral colors, and proper lighting further enhances the modern feel of the kitchen. Matching containers, labeled jars, and consistent materials create visual harmony, while good lighting highlights clean surfaces and organized areas. With thoughtful planning and organization, any kitchen can be transformed into a clean, modern, and functional space.

For example, we began with a basic kitchen layout that had no essential equipment. There were no oven, sink, refrigerator, or built-in appliances, giving us a blank space to design and organize from scratch.

Empty basic kitchen layout before adding appliances and accessories

Now, step by step, we will transform our kitchen into a modern space after installing all the essential kitchen equipment.

First, we will place the base cabinet. To do this, click on the Cabinet icon in the Floor menu.

Selecting the base cabinet option from the Floor menu

After clicking the Cabinet icon, the cabinet-related options will appear on the right side. Simply click the Cabinet Type drop-down icon to explore the available options.

Cabinet type options displayed in the application sidebar

After clicking on the cabinet type, you will see a list of cabinet options—choose the one that best suits your kitchen space and design.

Available kitchen cabinet design collection list

Range Cabinet Collection for the Kitchen

After selecting a cabinet for your kitchen, it will appear in the area where you place it.

Base cabinet placed inside the kitchen layout

Now it’s time to place the range hood above the cooking range. To do this, go to Display Stock Library Items > Kitchen and Dining > Appliances > Range Hoods.

Range hood models available in the stock library

Range Hoods Collection for the Kitchen

In the same way, we can place an oven in our kitchen. For this, go to Display Stock Library Items > Kitchen and Dining > Appliances > Ranges and Ovens.

Range and oven selection options from the stock library

Range and Oven Collection for the Kitchen

A modern kitchen is incomplete without a refrigerator. To place one, go to Display Stock Library Items > Kitchen and Dining > Appliances > Refrigerators.

Refrigerator models available in the appliance library

Kitchen Refrigerator Collection for the Kitchen

Now, to place a cabinet oven in your kitchen, first go to the Cabinet option in the Floor menu.

Selecting cabinet oven option from cabinet settings

After clicking on the cabinet type, a list of cabinet ovens will appear—choose the one that best fits your kitchen space and design.

Cabinet oven models shown in the kitchen design application

Cabinet Oven Collection for the Kitchen

Lighting is essential in a modern kitchen. To add modern lights, go to Display Stock Library Items > Lighting > Hanging.

Hanging light designs available for kitchen lighting

Kitchen Hanging Light Collection for the Kitchen

A modern kitchen is incomplete without a stylish sink. To place one, go to Display Stock Library Items > Kitchen and Dining > Sinks.

Different kitchen sink models available in library

Kitchen Sink Collection for the Kitchen

Furniture is also an important element in a modern kitchen. To add modern pieces like chairs, go to Display Stock Library Items > Kitchen and Dining > Tables and Chairs > Chairs.

Kitchen chair designs available in the furniture library

Kitchen Chairs Collection for the Kitchen

Adding a carpet can enhance the appeal of your kitchen. To place one, go to Display Stock Library Items > Decoration > Karastan Rugs.

Carpet and rug designs for kitchen decoration

More Designs of Carpets for the Kitchen

Fancy wall lights also play an important role in giving a modern look to your kitchen. To place them, go to Display Stock Library Items > Lighting > Sconce and Wall.

Wall sconce and decorative wall light designs for kitchen

Wall Light Collection for the Kitchen

Similarly, framed images on the walls contribute to a modern kitchen look. To place them, go to Display Stock Library Items > Decoration > Mirrors, Shelves, and Frames.

Framed wall art and picture frames for kitchen walls

Framed Image collection for the Kitchen

A kitchen feels incomplete without a flower pot. This app offers a wide range of flowers with pots, but if none meet your needs, you can place an empty pot and add flowers later. To place a pot in your kitchen, go to Plants > Display Stock Library Items > Container and Potted Plants > Pots and Containers.

Pots and decorative plant containers for kitchen decor

Pot and Container collection for the Kitchen

Now it’s time to add flowers to the pot. To do this, go to Plants > Display Stock Library Items > Annuals.

Flower and plant options to place inside decorative pots

Pot Flower collection for the Kitchen

After placing all the equipment in the kitchen, you need to render it to see the final results.

Kitchen layout before adding appliances and accessories

Before adding equipment, the look of the Kitchen

Final rendered modern kitchen after adding all equipment and decor

After adding equipment, the look of the Kitchen

Designing a kitchen using the right tools and essential elements makes the entire process creative, flexible, and enjoyable. From selecting cabinets, countertops, appliances, doors, and windows to adding lighting, backsplashes, and smart storage solutions, each detail plays an important role in creating a functional and attractive kitchen. The use of default and downloaded libraries offers a wide range of design options, making it easy to customize the space to suit personal preferences. The final rendered view clearly demonstrates how thoughtful choices and proper placement can transform a kitchen into a well-organized, stylish, and welcoming space.

Now it’s your turn: to redesign your kitchen and enjoy the results every day.


Note: Sheet Metal tools are available exclusively in TurboCAD Mac Platinum . They are not included in other product versions.

Sheet Metal tools in the application offer a comprehensive set of features for designing and editing sheet metal parts with precision and control. These tools allow users to create intricate geometries, such as tabs, bends, flanges, and hems, while preserving material integrity and adhering to key sheet metal design parameters like bend radius and k-factor. Whether designing structural components, mechanical enclosures, or decorative parts, the Sheet Metal tools simplify the entire workflow from initial design to flat pattern generation. The Sheet Metal toolset is located in the Tools menu. There are six primary Sheet Metal tools available: Tab, Bend, Contour Flange, Flange, Single Hem and Unbend.

Sheet Metal Part Example

The Tab feature creates a flat, protruding extension from a sheet metal part with precision and control. A tab is typically a planar section that remains in the same plane as the base sheet or flange it extends from. It can take various shapes: rectangular, trapezoidal, or custom profiles depending on the design requirements. Tabs often serve as the foundation for additional sheet metal features, providing a starting point for operations such as bends, flanges, or cuts. This tool is essential for building the initial geometry of a sheet metal component.

Open the Sheet Metal Tools palette from the Tools menu and select the Tab tool.

Tab tool in Sheet Metal Palette

Specify the sheet metal thickness according to the design requirements.

Specified the Thickness

Now select a closed profile to define the tab’s geometry. The tool automatically generates flat sheet metal section based on the defined parameters.

Flat sheet metal Tab generated based on defined parameters

Bend

The Bend feature is used to deform a flat sheet metal part into a curved or angled shape while maintaining material integrity. It is an essential tool for creating functional components such as brackets, enclosures, and ducts. By controlling parameters like bend angle, radius, and direction, it ensures accuracy and consistency in the design process.

Open the Sheet Metal Tools palette from the Tools menu and select the Bend tool.

Bend tool in Sheet Metal Palette

Specify the Bend Radius and enter the desired Bend Angle.

Specified the Bend Radius and Bend Angle

Select the entity and define the bend axis by selecting two points on the face to bend.

(Optional) Press the Option key to flip the bend direction.

Sheet metal part after applying the Bend tool

Contour Flange

The Contour Flange feature allows the creation of a sheet metal flange by extruding a sketch profile along a defined path. The profile can include various geometric entities such as lines, arcs, splines, or elliptical arcs. Sharp corners within the profile automatically generate bends that follow the specified bend radius, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate sheet metal behavior.

Open the Sheet Metal Tools palette from the Tools menu and select the Contour Flange tool.

Contour Flange tool in Sheet Metal Palette

Draw a profile for the Contour Flange tool.

2D profile sketch created for the Contour Flange tool

Specify the Distance, Thickness, and Bend Radius in the fields displayed in the Prompt window.

Parameters specified for Contour Flange creation

Select the drawn entity, then choose two points to define the extrusion direction for the Contour Flange.

Resulting Contour Flange after applying the tool

Flange

The Flange feature adds a straight, planar extension or lip to the edge of a sheet metal part. Flanges are commonly used to strengthen components, create mounting edges, or connect adjoining parts. The tool provides precise control over key parameters such as flange length, bend angle, and bend radius, allowing for accurate and consistent results in design and manufacturing.

There are two types of flanges available:

  • Full Flange: Extends along the entire length of the selected edge.
  • Partial Flange: Applies only to a defined portion of the edge, offering greater design flexibility.

Open the Sheet Metal tools from the Tools menu and select the Flange Tool.

Flange tool in Sheet Metal Palette

Select the Full Edge option from the dropdown located in the Prompt window, and specify the Flange Length, Bend Radius, and Angle in the fields displayed in the Prompt window.

Parameters specified for Flange creation

Flange (Full Edge) after applying the tool

Now select the Partial Edge option from the dropdown located in the Prompt window, and specify the Flange Length, Bend Radius, and Angle in the fields displayed in the Prompt window.

Parameters specified for Flange creation

Flange (Partial Edge) after applying the tool

Single Hem

The Single Hem feature allows the edge of a sheet metal part to be folded back onto itself, forming a rounded or flattened lip. This operation enhances part strength, improves safety by eliminating sharp edges, and contributes to a cleaner appearance. Various hem types, such as teardrop, open, or closed can be applied depending on the design and functional requirements.

Open the Sheet Metal Tools palette from the Tools menu and select the Single Hem tool.

Single Hem tool in Sheet Metal Palette

Select the Straight option from the dropdown in the Prompt window, and enter the desired Length and Gap values in the corresponding fields.

Parameters specified for Single Hem (Straight) creation

Single Hem (Straight) after applying the tool

Now select the Rolled option from the dropdown in the Prompt window, and enter the desired Radius, Angle and Thickness values in the corresponding fields.

Parameters specified for Single Hem (Rolled) creation

Single Hem (Rolled) after applying the tool

Unbend

The Unbend tool is used to return a bent or curved section of a sheet metal part to a flat, planar state without changing its design. It reverses the deformation by selectively flattening bends or regions while maintaining material properties and adhering to established sheet metal parameters such as bend allowance.

The K-factor is a value that represents the position of the neutral axis, the line within the sheet metal that remains unstretched and uncompressed during bending, relative to the material thickness. It is a dimensionless number, typically ranging from 0.3 to 0.5 for most materials and bend conditions, though it can vary between 0 and 1 depending on factors like material type, thickness, and bend radius. The K-factor is essential for calculating the bend allowance, which helps determine the accurate flat pattern length before bending. In practice, it ensures precise fabrication by accounting for how the material behaves during the bending process.

Open the Sheet Metal Tools palette from the Tools menu and select the Unbend tool.

Unbend tool in Sheet Metal Palette

Set the K-Factor value for accurate unbending, and select the solid part to flatten.

Unbend after applying the tool

The Sheet Metal tools in the application simplify the entire sheet metal design process from creating tabs and bends to applying hems and unbends. With precise control over parameters like bend radius and K-factor, these tools ensure accuracy and efficiency. They provide a seamless workflow for producing high-quality, ready-to-manufacture designs.


The redesigned Custom Tool Palette makes organizing your favorite tools faster and easier. With support for larger m × n icon arrays, you can create flexible layouts like 3 × 20 or 10 × 10 to match your workflow. The new, intuitive interface adapts to your working style helping you find tools quickly and keep your workspace efficient.

Redesigned Custom Tool Palettes

Go to the Tools menu, select Custom Tools and then choose the New Palette option.

Custom Tools Window

Set the desired Name, Columns, Rows and Icon Size for the palette. It will create a new palette based on the values you enter.

Newly created empty Custom Tool Palette

Drag and drop the desired tools from the existing palettes into the newly created palette. Use Right-click to drag and drop the tools into the newly created palette.

Newly created Custom Tool Palette with new tools

Right click on the title bar of the palette to open a pop-up window that includes the Edit Custom Tool option.

Edit Custom Tool option

Clicking the Edit Custom Tool option opens the Custom Tool window, where you can edit the palette.

Custom Tools window

After setting the Rows value to 7, the palette adds two more rows.

Edited Custom Tool Palette

The redesigned Custom Tool Palette gives you more control over how you organize and access your favorite tools. With flexible layouts, easy customization, and an improved editing interface, it adapts to your workflow, helping you design faster and stay focused on creativity instead of searching for tools.


Perfect placement of bathroom accessories is a defining element in creating a beautiful, luxurious, and well-organized bathroom. When accessories such as towel holders, soap dispensers, shelves, robe hooks, and mirrors are positioned with thoughtful planning, they enhance both functionality and visual appeal. Proper height placement and balanced spacing ensure ease of use while preventing clutter, allowing the bathroom to feel open, refined, and comfortable for everyday use.

Each accessory should complement the overall design theme and align seamlessly with the vanity, sanitary fittings, and finishes. Well-placed mirrors enhance both natural and artificial lighting, making the space appear brighter and more spacious. Coordinated wall accessories contribute to a clean, polished look while adding subtle elegance and practicality to the bathroom layout.

Attention to detail in accessory placement elevates the overall ambiance of the space. A well-arranged bathroom not only improves convenience and safety but also creates a calm, sophisticated environment. With harmonious positioning and refined design choices, bathroom accessories transform the space into an inviting retreat that reflects timeless style and thoughtful craftsmanship.

For example, we started with a basic bathroom without ceiling lighting or thoughtfully placed accessories, which limited its ability to feel attractive, welcoming, or well-designed.

Basic bathroom interior before adding lighting and accessories

Now it’s time to enhance our bathroom space and make it more attractive and visually appealing by thoughtfully incorporating essential fittings, lighting, and accessories. To do this, we will use both the default libraries and the downloaded libraries.

Where can the downloaded libraries be found?

You can find the downloaded library items under Display Downloaded Library Items. To do this, first launch the application and then click on the highlighted icon.

Downloaded library items panel in the application

After that, click on Accessories and then select Display Downloaded Library Items.

Accessories section inside Downloaded Library Items menu

In the Display Downloaded Library Items, you will find many Bathtubs for your bathroom. You can choose any one of them based on your Bathroom’s design and layout. You may find Bathtubs under Display Downloaded Library Items > Bath > Bathtubs

Collection of bathtub designs available in the library

Bathtub Collection for the Bathroom

In same way in the Display Downloaded Library Items, you will find many Bath Lights for your bathroom. You can choose any one of them based on your Bathroom’s design and layout. You may find Bath Light under Display Downloaded Library Items > Bath > Lighting

Wall-mounted bathroom lighting options from the library

Wall Light Collection for the Bathroom

Wall accessories play a vital role in the overall appearance of the Bathroom. To enhance your space, choose mirrors, shelves, and frames from the Display Downloaded Library Items. You may find Bath wall accessories under Display Downloaded Library Items > Inferior Décor > Decoration > Mirrors, Shelves and Frames

Bathroom wall accessories including mirrors and shelves

Wall Accessories Collection for the Bathroom

This application offers a wide variety of bidet toilet, and you can choose any one according to your preference for your Bathroom. If you later decide to change the bidet toilet, simply click on the added bidet toilet, and you will see different bidet toilet displayed on the right side. You may find Bidet toilet under Plumbing menu after clicking on Toilet.

Different bidet toilet designs displayed in the library

More Bidet Toilet Designs for the Bathroom

Similarly, this application offers a wide variety of Vanities, and you can choose any one according to your preference for your Bathroom. You may find Vanities under Display Stock Library Items > Bathroom > Vanities and Furniture

Bathroom vanity and cabinet design options

More Bathroom Vanity Designs

In the Display Downloaded Library Items, you will find many Mirrors for your bathroom. You can choose any one of them based on your Bathroom’s design and layout. You may find Bathroom mirrors under Display Downloaded Library Items > Interior Decore > Decoration > Mirrors, Shelves and Frames

Different bathroom mirror styles available in the library

More Bathroom Mirror Designs

Bathroom ceiling lights play a vital role in the overall appearance of the Bathroom and without these a bathroom is incomplete. You may find Bathroom ceiling lights under Display Downloaded Library Items > Inferior Décor > Lighting > Ceiling

Collection of ceiling light designs for bathrooms

Ceiling Light Designs for the Bathroom

After placing Vanity, Bathtub, Mirror, Wall accessories, Decoration pieces and bidet toilet, you will need to render it to see the final results.

Bathroom layout before adding accessories and fixtures

Bathroom Appearance Without Accessories

Final bathroom design after adding accessories and fixtures

Bathroom Appearance After Accessory Placement

Designing a bathroom using the right tools and fixtures makes the entire process creative, flexible, and rewarding. From selecting sanitary fittings such as washbasins, toilets, bathtubs, and showers to choosing tiles, cabinets, mirrors, lighting, and storage units, each element plays a vital role in creating a clean, functional, and visually appealing bathroom. The use of default and downloaded libraries offers a wide range of design options, making it easy to customize the space according to personal style and practical needs. The final rendered view clearly demonstrates how careful selection and proper placement of fixtures and accessories can transform a simple bathroom into a well-organized, modern, and relaxing space.

Now it’s your turn: to redesign your bathroom and enjoy the comfort, elegance, and functionality of your design every day.


The Arc Slot Polygon Tool allows you to create precise arc-shaped slots for adjustable mounting brackets, curved hinge mechanisms, ventilation louvers, and decorative grill patterns. This feature makes it easy to design both functional and decorative elements that require smooth, curved slots.

Arc Slot Polygon Tool workspace

The tool is located in the Polygon Tool Palette, as the last tool icon on the right. With just a click, you can begin creating arc slots directly in the design workspace.

Polygon Tool Palette location

To create an arc slot, simply set a start point, an end point, a point on the middle of the arc, and then define the width of the arc. The slot is drawn automatically, giving you a clean and accurate curved shape.

Creating an Arc Slot

Once created, the slot can be further adjusted. By using the Edit tool, you can see and move the points that define the slot into new positions. This makes it easy to refine your design without starting over.

Editing the Arc Slot Polygon

You can also adjust the slot numerically using the Data Entry window. Here, the width and arc angle can be modified precisely. For example, you might change the arc angle to 150 degrees, instantly changing the shape of your slot.

Adjusting parameters using Data Entry window

Whether you're designing for mechanical precision or visual impact, the Arc Slot Polygon Tool gives you the control and flexibility to bring your ideas to life. With intuitive controls and powerful editing options, it's a must-have for any designer working with curved slot features.


The Multilingual feature lets you choose your preferred interface language — English, French, or German — for a smoother and more intuitive design experience. It removes language barriers, ensuring you can focus on creativity and precision. By supporting multiple languages, the application empowers designers, engineers, and architects across Europe to work comfortably and productively in their own language.

Go to the Preferences window and click on Localization. By default, it is set to the System Language.

Language dropdown in the Preferences window

Select the French language to display the French interface.

Selection of French language

Restart the application, and the interface will switch to French.

French Interface

Now select the German language to display the German interface.

Selection of German language

Restart the application, and the interface will switch to German.

German Interface

Language should never limit innovation. With the Multilingual functionality, this application bridges communication gaps and brings designers together through a shared design experience. Whether you prefer English, French, or German, you can work confidently, collaborate effectively, and stay focused on what truly matters — creating with precision and creativity.


Redesigning a living space is more than just changing furniture or colours - it is about creating an environment that feels elegant, attractive, and welcoming at the same time. With the right balance of colours, lighting, textures, and décor, any room can be transformed into a space that reflects style, comfort, and personality. Small, thoughtful design choices often make the biggest impact, proving that elegance does not always require a large budget. A well-designed living space not only enhances the beauty of a home but also improves the way people relax, connect, and enjoy everyday moments.

In a living space, there are many elements to consider, such as the sofa, table, curtains, door and window designs, carpet, wall décor accessories, modular media storage, and floor lighting. Choosing the right items for your living room can make it look more attractive and well-designed.

When it comes to selecting the right objects for your living room, you can find many options in the default item library as well as in the downloaded library items. If you want even more choices, you may need to purchase additional power packs for this application.

For example, we started with a basic living space that didn’t have any furniture or décor.

Empty basic living room before redesign

Now it’s time to make our living space more attractive and visually appealing. To do this, we will use both the default libraries and the downloaded libraries.

Where we can find downloaded libraries?

You can find the downloaded library items under Display Downloaded Library Items. To do this, first launch the application and then click on the highlighted icon.

Application interface showing library access icon

After that, click on Accessories and then select Display Downloaded Library Items.

Menu showing 'Display Downloaded Library Items' option under Accessories

In the Display Downloaded Library Items, you will find many Modular Media Storage options for your LED TV. You can choose any one of them based on your living room’s design and layout.

Selection of modular media storage units for living room TV setup

Modular Media Storage Designs for Living room

This application offers a wide variety of window designs, and you can choose any one according to your preference for your living room. If you later decide to change the window design, simply click on the added window, and you will see different design options displayed on the right-hand side.

Window design customization panel in the application

Window Designs for Living room

Similarly, this application offers a wide variety of door designs. You can choose any one according to your preference for your living room. If you decide to change the door design later, simply click on the added door, and the available options will appear on the right-hand side.

Door placed in living room with editing interface visible

When you click on the drop-down icon, the different door designs will appear on the right-hand side.

Dropdown menu showing various door design options

Door Designs for Living room

Wall accessories play a vital role in the overall appearance of the living room. To enhance your space, choose mirrors, shelves, and frames from the Display Downloaded Library Items.

Collection of wall accessories including mirrors, shelves, and picture frames

Wall accessories collection for Living room

Similarly, floor décor pieces greatly enhance the overall look of the living room. To add them, select Floor under Lighting in the Interior Décor section from the Display Downloaded Library Items.

Floor lighting and decorative items from downloaded library

Floor décor pieces collection for Living room

A living room feels incomplete without a carpet. To add one, choose Karastan Rung under Décoration in the default installed items.

Karastan Rung carpet selection from default décor library

More Designs of Carpets for Living room

If you want to add furniture, such as a sofa suite, to your living room, this application offers a wide variety of designs. You can find them under Interior Furniture in the Living Room section after selecting Display Downloaded Library Items.

Various sofa set designs from downloaded interior furniture library

More Designs of Sofa set

Similarly, if you want to add a table to your living room, there are many table designs available in this application. You can find them under the Interior Furniture collection in Oldhedge after selecting Display Downloaded Library Items.

Selection of coffee and side tables from Oldhedge furniture collection

More Designs of Tables for Living room

After placing all the accessories in the living room, you will need to render it to see the final results.

Living room before renovation – empty and undecorated

Before renovating the look of the Living room

Living room after full redesign – furnished and decorated

After renovating the look of the Living room

Designing a living space using the right tools and décorative elements makes the entire process creative, flexible, and enjoyable. From selecting furniture, carpets, doors, and windows to adding wall accessories, lighting, and modular storage, each element plays an important role in creating an elegant and attractive living area. The use of default and downloaded libraries provides a wide range of design options, making it easier to customise the space according to personal preferences. The final rendered view clearly shows how thoughtful selection and proper placement of accessories can completely transform a living space into a well-balanced, stylish, and welcoming environment.

Now it’s your turn: to redesign your space and enjoy the beauty of your efforts every day.


This feature streamlines the process of exporting individual components from complex assemblies, allowing users to save time and enhance overall workflow efficiency.
The Batch Tool includes an option to export each part in a model as a separate file. With a single command, users can automatically generate individual files for every part within an assembly or project, eliminating the need for repetitive manual export steps.

Go to the File menu and click on Batch. It will open the Batch Files window.

Batch Files window

Select the desired import file format to open, then choose the appropriate export options for the output format. Ensure that the One File Per Part option is enabled to export each part as an individual file. In the screenshot Native Format is selected for Import and DXF/DWG/PDF formats are selected for Export options.

Selection of Import/Export and Misc Options

A folder will open displaying the location of the desired import file. Select the file to proceed.

Import file selection window

The application will now process the selected file and export it into the chosen format, creating one file per part.

Process of exporting files

The files are exported to the selected location.

Exported files appear in the selected location

The Export One File Per Part provides a faster, more efficient way to manage and share parts from complex assemblies. By automating the export process, it reduces manual effort and streamlines workflows, helping users focus more on design and less on file management.


If you're looking to add more realism to your designs, the new Physically Based Rendering (PBR) texture packs are a great place to start. These downloadable packs include over 2,000 high-quality materials—wood, metal, glass, stone, fabric, and more—designed to simulate how real surfaces interact with light.

All software variants support downloading and using these textures. You can apply them to your projects regardless of which edition you're using. However, only LuxCore® fully supports the advanced rendering features that make PBR textures look their best.

What is LuxCore®?

LuxCore® is a rendering engine that uses Physically Based Rendering (PBR) technology to simulate how light interacts with real-world materials. This means surfaces like metal, glass, wood, and fabric can look more natural and detailed in your designs. If you're working with PBR texture packs, LuxCore® helps unlock their full potential—showing realistic reflections, surface depth, and transparency effects.

Note: LuxCore® is included by default in Punch!® 25 Home & Landscape Design Architectural Series, Punch!® 25 Home & Landscape Design Professional, and ARCHITECT 3D® 25 Ultimate. It is available as an optional plug-in for FloorPlan® Pro. Other editions do not include LuxCore® by default.

What Makes PBR Textures Different?

PBR (Physically Based Rendering) textures are designed to simulate how real-world materials interact with light, using multiple layered maps to create more natural and detailed surfaces. Each texture includes high-resolution (2K) maps for color, reflectivity, roughness, surface depth, and transparency—such as Diffuse/Color, Specular/Metalness, Roughness, Normal, Bump, and Alpha maps. These textures can be used in any version of the software, even with standard rendering, and will display correctly in your designs. However, only LuxCore® rendering fully supports the advanced PBR effects—such as realistic reflections, fine surface detail, and dynamic transparency—bringing out the full visual impact of these materials. If your edition includes LuxCore®, you’ll see the textures perform at their highest potential.

PBR Texture Example

How to Download and Install PBR Packs

To get started, follow these steps:

  1. Click here to access the download page.
  2. Fill out the form with your name, email, order number, phone number, and select the material packs you want.

    PBR Material Packs Form

    Free Home Design – PBR Material Packs Form

  1. Submit the form and check your email for the download link.
  2. Download the .exe installer file.
  3. Open File Explorer and locate the file (usually in your Downloads folder).
  4. Double-click the file to start installation.

    Installer Step 1
  5. Wait for the installation to complete, then click Finish.

    Installer Step 2

How to Access PBR Packs in the Application

  1. After installing the PBR pack, launch the application.
  2. Open a sample project or create a new one.

    Open a project
  1. Switch to 3D View.

    Switch to 3D View
  2. Click on the highlighted icon to open the materials library.

    Materials Library
  3. Select Materials from the list. If a Material is already selected, you can proceed.

    Select Materials
  1. Once a Material is chosen, Backgrounds and Sky will appear below.

    Backgrounds and Sky
  2. Click on Backgrounds and Sky to expand the section. A new panel will open on the left side of the screen.

    Expand Backgrounds and Sky
  1. Click the Display downloaded library items.

    Display Downloaded Library Items
  1. You’ll now see a list of all installed PBR Packs—ready to use in your design.

    Installed PBR Packs List

    Installed PBR Packs List

These texture packs are a great way to add realism and variety to your designs. Whether you're working on interiors, landscapes, or commercial spaces, they offer more control and flexibility—especially when paired with LuxCore® rendering.


About IMSI Design

IMSI Design is a maker of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and home design software for Windows and Mac, as well as mobile solutions for the AEC (Architectural, Engineering, and Construction) industry.