360 Virtual Tours
A CGI 360 virtual tour lets someone walk through a space that does not exist yet, in a browser, on any device. Not a Mat...
Siro One Za'abeel: Dubai's Next Icon Revealed
Siro One Za'abeel Lobby
We collaborated with Inc Solutions to create a Virtual Reality Tour for the Concourse Siro project in Dubai. The objective was to transform static design concepts into a fully interactive environment where users can explore furniture details, materials, and functional features at their own pace.
Software
3ds Max, Corona Renderer, VR Tools
Year
2024
Location
Dubai, UAE
Timeline
4 weeks
Walkthrough the Experience
See how the interactive VR tour functions in real time.
About This Project
Project Overview
For the Siro One Za'abeel project, the requirement went far beyond standard static imagery. The client, Inc Solutions, needed a comprehensive digital asset that would allow stakeholders to understand the intricate flow of the lobby space before a single brick was laid. Our team was tasked with building a high fidelity VR Tour enriched with interactive hotspots. These digital touchpoints provide instant access to data regarding furniture specifications and material finishes. The project demanded a blend of technical precision in 3ds Max and artistic lighting setups in Corona Renderer to capture the bright, inviting atmosphere of this iconic Dubai location. We managed the entire pipeline from the initial information gathering via Teams calls to the final deployment of the navigable virtual environment.
The brief
Walking a Dubai lobby before a brick was laid
For Siro One Za’abeel in Dubai, Inc Solutions needed more than static imagery: stakeholders had to understand the flow of the lobby before a single brick was laid. We built a high-fidelity VR tour in 3ds Max and Corona Renderer, enriched with 15 interactive hotspots, over 4 weeks.
Because the space did not exist yet, a scan was never an option; the whole environment was built from the design and made navigable in the browser. The tour became the client’s main tool for showing design intent to their partners, with the material accuracy holding up under close inspection.
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Key Metrics
Project Results
15+
Interactive Hotspots
4
Weeks Duration
100%
Material Accuracy
1
Seamless VR Tour
"The team understood exactly what we needed. The VR tour has been an incredible tool for us to showcase the design intent to our partners. The quality of the lighting and the smoothness of the navigation are fantastic."
Creating the VR Experience
Production Workflow
Our pipeline for Virtual Reality projects is designed to ensure maximum visual fidelity while maintaining smooth performance on web browsers and mobile devices. We combine traditional high end rendering techniques with optimized real time assets.
- Info Collection
- 3D Modeling
- Light & Texture
- VR Assembly
We started by scheduling a detailed call to align on goals. The design team provided reference images and mood boards that established the visual roadmap. This phase was critical for understanding the specific atmosphere and furniture brands that needed to be featured in the hotspots.
Frequently Asked Questions
We primarily used Autodesk 3ds Max for modeling and Corona Renderer for the photorealistic lighting and texturing. The final VR assembly was done using specialized virtual tour software.
Hotspots are clickable icons placed within the 3D space. When a user clicks them, they reveal text, images, or video content providing details about specific elements like furniture or materials.
Yes, our VR tours are fully optimized for mobile devices, tablets, and desktops. They are web based, meaning you do not need to download any special apps to view them.
3D rendering allows developers in competitive markets like Dubai to sell and market properties before construction is complete, significantly reducing financial risk and shortening sales cycles.
The cost depends on the size of the space, the number of viewpoints (panoramas), and the complexity of interactivity required. Contact us for a bespoke quote based on your project needs.
A 3D walkthrough is typically a pre rendered video that guides you through a space on a fixed path. A VR tour allows the user to navigate freely, look around 360 degrees, and interact with the environment.
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