Veras 3.0 is one of several new AI-powered tools from the viz specialist and developer of V-Ray and Enscape
Veras 3.0, the latest release of the AI-powered visualisation software from Chaos, includes a new image-to-video generation capability designed to transform static renderings into ‘dynamic animations’ through simple prompts.
It builds on the software’s original capabilities, which enable AEC professionals to take 3D models, 2D drawings, and images and quickly create AI-rendered design ideas and style variations.
Image-to-video generation in Veras allows designers to pan and zoom cameras, animate weather, and change the time of day with ‘just a few clicks.’ Once the look is determined, motion can be added to the scene through vehicles and digital people, turning still images into ‘immersive, moving stories.’
Veras was one of the first AI visualization tools to be designed specifically for AEC, integrating natively with Revit, Rhino, SketchUp and other modelling software. It was originally developed by EvolveLabs, which Chaos acquired in 2024.
Chaos has also previewed three new AI-powered tools – AI Mood Match, AI Upscaler and Cylindo Quickshot
AI Mood Match allows users to match ‘complex lighting and environment’ settings automatically to a reference image, removing the need for manual sky and sun adjustments.
AI Upscaler uses AI to enlarge render outputs by up to four times, while ‘preserving photoreal’ quality.
Cylindo Quickshot, a tool purpose-built for furniture, enables product and marketing teams to turn standard product images into photorealistic lifestyle scenes in ‘just a few clicks.’
According to Chaos, Cylindo Quickshot preserves detail and scale accuracy while giving users control over lighting, props, and backgrounds. It addresses common AI shortcomings, such as distorted products, inconsistent details, and off-brand results.
Meanwhile, Chaos has also announced improvements to some existing AI tools – AI Enhancer and AI Material Generator.
AI Enhancer automatically transforms flat renders of people and vegetation into photoreal elements. It was first introduced in Enscape in 2024 and is now available in Corona and V-Ray 7 for 3ds Max, with support for additional V-Ray integrations coming soon.
AI Material Generator, currently available for V-Ray for 3ds Max, will soon be available for more V-Ray integrations and other Chaos products. The software transforms real-world photos into reusable physically-based materials that can be stored in Chaos Cosmos.
“The AI Enhancer saves me time by refining images instantly, reducing the need for extra post-production,” said Agnieszka Klich, Co-founder, archvizartist.com. “When I don’t have textures available online, the Material Generator lets me quickly create a material without disrupting my workflow. Both tools make the process faster and more creative, which is exactly what I value in Corona.“
“As AI continues to transform the AEC industry, Chaos is paving the way with responsible AI tools designed to serve as creative companions for architects, designers, and visualization artists while ensuring that they retain control and ownership of their work,” said Iveta Cabajova, recently appointed Chaos CEO.
