--- title: "Resources — Tutorials, Stories & Canvas Guides | Gendo" description: "Tutorials, case studies, and insights on AI-powered architectural rendering. Learn how studios use Gendo to accelerate design workflows." lang: en json-ld: --- [![Gendo](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/homepage/gendo-logo-white.png)](/) [Features](/product)[Solutions](/workflows)[Resources](/resources)[Pricing](/pricing) About [Log In](https://app.gendo.ai/sign-in)[Start creating ](https://app.gendo.ai/sign-up) # Resources Everything you need to master Gendo and transform your architectural workflow. Guides All Guides 20 Tools All Tools 3 Use Cases All Use Cases 12 Other FAQ CPD Events Press & Media 14 [The New Canvas](/resources/learn/the-new-canvas)[Gendo Live](/resources/gendo-live)[Press & Media](/resources/press) AllStoriesGuidesVideosEventsBlogPressMore ## Case Studies [See all 32](/resources/stories) [ ![Settle — An Entire Project Stage, Visualised in Gendo](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/settle-hero.jpg) ![Settle](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/settle-logo.png) Settle ### An Entire Project Stage, Visualised in Gendo "Gendo saved us approximately 80% of the time it would have previously taken to make a significantly less realistic image." 80% Time saved per image Read story ](/resources/stories/settle) [ ![super+plus — Halving Visualisation Workload Without Re-Rendering](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/superplus-hero-terrace.jpg) ![super+plus](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/superplus-logo.png) super+plus ### Halving Visualisation Workload Without Re-Rendering "I now make more rounds of revisions and sometimes skip the re-render stage, as I can make fine-tuned adjustments in Gendo. Overall workload time shrank by 50%." 50% Less workload time Read story ](/resources/stories/super-plus) [ ![REPRTWÄR — Three Affordable Housing Wins from Four Competitive Bids](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/reprtwar-hero-housing.jpg) ![REPRTWÄR](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/reprtwar-logo.png) REPRTWÄR ### Three Affordable Housing Wins from Four Competitive Bids "Everyone uses it now and it has helped us tremendously." 3 of 4 Competitive bids won Read story ](/resources/stories/reprtwar) [ ![Kyparissa Atelier — An AI Platform That Understands the Designer's Taste](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/kyparissa-community-complex-b.jpg) ![Kyparissa Atelier](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/kyparissa-logo.png) Kyparissa Atelier ### An AI Platform That Understands the Designer's Taste "Gendo is the best and most professional AI platform I have ever used." 3 people Quality over volume of work Read story ](/resources/stories/kyparissa-atelier) [ ![Hernández Arquitectos — The Clearest Way to Represent a Project](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/hernandez-patio-01.jpg) ![Hernández Arquitectos](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/hernandez-logo.png) Hernández Arquitectos ### The Clearest Way to Represent a Project "It is the best option for representing a project." Far faster Time to a presentable visual Read story ](/resources/stories/hernandez-arquitectos) [ ![DND Studio — Enscape Renders, Finished to Photorealism](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/dnd-irving-after.jpg) ![DND Studio](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/dnd-studio-logo.png) DND Studio ### Enscape Renders, Finished to Photorealism "An amazing web based app to speed up visualisation, test ideas and convince clients of your vision." More renders Produced per project Read story ](/resources/stories/dnd-studio) [ ![PURE D.S. — Options Prepared Before the Meeting, Not After It](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/pure-ds-villa-after.jpg) ![PURE D.S.](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/pure-ds-logo.png) PURE D.S. ### Options Prepared Before the Meeting, Not After It "We found it much more focused on architecture, with better control, realistic results, and the ability to explore ideas quickly." Multiple options Ready before client meetings Read story ](/resources/stories/pure-ds) [ ![ESTUDIO LOCAL — Four Architects, Four Specialisms, One Canvas](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/estudio-local-casas-cruzadas-exterior.jpg) ![ESTUDIO LOCAL](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/estudio-local-logo.png) ESTUDIO LOCAL ### Four Architects, Four Specialisms, One Canvas "I am able to prepare and explore simultaneously many options." 4 architects Interiors, landscape, heritage Read story ](/resources/stories/estudio-local) ## Competition [ ![GENDO 48: Soldagen — Lofoten fjord site](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-soldagen/vindstad-site.webp) Now open ### GENDO 48: Soldagen A new competition set in the Lofoten fjords. Brief drops 10 September — registration is open now. Register to enter ](/gendo-48/soldagen) [![GENDO 48 — Kurt Chan, Thea Jiang](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-entries/e7e02eae-5029-41b4-bc8a-367f6ad845b2.jpg) Winner ### Kurt Chan, Thea Jiang View entry ](/resources/gendo48-gallery/kurt-chan-thea-jiang)[![GENDO 48 — Gonzalo Pena Alvarez](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-entries/144133df-bcf2-4da7-8a6a-90fb3d7e1fe4.jpg) Finalists ### Gonzalo Pena Alvarez View entry ](/resources/gendo48-gallery/gonzalo-pena-alvarez)[![GENDO 48 — Nura, L.D, Valeria, Momo](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-entries/7ba7772a-e9bc-4d7e-aea9-e15b82620cbd.jpg) Finalists ### Nura, L.D, Valeria, Momo View entry ](/resources/gendo48-gallery/nura-l-d-valeria-momo)[![GENDO 48 — Bee Leighton, Adam Walsh](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-entries/55076b45-3c99-4945-a26d-e04bcceff365.jpg) Finalists ### Bee Leighton, Adam Walsh View entry ](/resources/gendo48-gallery/bee-leighton-adam-walsh)[![GENDO 48 — Omar Zaky, Khalid Saleh, Sondos Ahmed, Aya Kamel, Lojain Mohamed](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-entries/699c80f1-b52f-49a1-b077-2b4f94051315.jpg) Finalists ### Omar Zaky, Khalid Saleh, Sondos Ahmed, Aya Kamel, Lojain Mohamed View entry ](/resources/gendo48-gallery/omar-zaky-khalid-saleh-sondos-ahmed-aya-kamel-lojain-mohamed)[![GENDO 48 — Christian Lasso](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo48-entries/bdc471cd-6cff-4b80-8627-3c7abbc7fabc.jpg) People's Choice ### Christian Lasso View entry ](/resources/gendo48-gallery/christian-lasso) [Browse all GENDO 48 entries](/resources/gendo48-gallery) ## Videos See all 15 [ ![Gendo Product Updates — August 2026](https://img.youtube.com/vi/X4qTgs9A8L0/maxresdefault.jpg?v=2026-09-03) Video ### Gendo Product Updates — August 2026 The latest Gendo updates: redesigned feature panels, material scale and rotation, annotation inside the edit tool, the Latest toggle, a creativity slider for Enhance, and registration for GENDO 48: SOLDAGEN. ](/resources/learn/video/gendo-product-updates-august-2026) [ ![Workshop: Getting Gendo Right — Consistency & Control (with Edward Meyers, Settle)](https://img.youtube.com/vi/6qFIc1b-4ss/maxresdefault.jpg?v=2026-09-03) Video ### Workshop: Getting Gendo Right — Consistency & Control (with Edward Meyers, Settle) George, Will and Ismail are joined by Edward Meyers, Co-founder of Settle, for a full walkthrough of Gendo — from fundamentals to advanced consistency workflows, plus how Settle replaced Unreal Engine and Photoshop on a live project. ](/resources/learn/video/gendo-from-the-ground-up-with-settle) [ ![Gendo Product Updates — July 2026](https://img.youtube.com/vi/WckSDf7H7co/maxresdefault.jpg?v=2026-09-03) Video ### Gendo Product Updates — July 2026 George runs through the latest Gendo updates: an upcoming workshop on consistency, four new case studies, a richer history panel, and improved canvas navigation. ](/resources/learn/video/gendo-product-updates-july-2026) ## Guides See all 20 [ ![Getting Started with Gendo Space](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/space-projects-dashboard.png) Guide Getting Started 6 min read ### Getting Started with Gendo Space A complete walkthrough of the Gendo workspace — from projects and teams to organisations and support. Everything you need to get set up. ](/resources/learn/getting-started-with-gendo-space) [ ![Studio Interface](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/studio-canvas-overview.png) Guide Getting Started 8 min read ### Studio Interface A complete guide to the Studio Interface — your infinite, in-browser canvas for managing images, renders, and collaborative design work. ](/resources/learn/studio-interface) [ ![Using the Gendo AI Assistant](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/ai-assistant-chat-open.png) Guide Feature Guide 6 min read ### Using the Gendo AI Assistant Refine, generate, and modify designs directly on the canvas using natural language. The assistant interprets your request and calls the most appropriate tool. ](/resources/learn/gendo-ai-assistant) ## Tools [ ![Cutout Database](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/cutout-thumbnail-person.png) Tool ### Cutout Database Browse and generate transparent cutout people, vehicles, and props for your renders. Open tool ](/cutout-database) [ ![ROI Calculator](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/glass-pavilion-render.png) Tool ### ROI Calculator Calculate your potential time and cost savings with Gendo's AI-powered visualization tools. Open tool ](/about/roi-calculator) [ ![Environmental Calculator](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/env-mass-timber.jpg) Tool ### Environmental Calculator Measure the environmental impact and energy savings of using Gendo versus traditional rendering. Open tool ](/about/environmental) ## Use Cases See all 12 [ ![AI Video](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo-walkthrough-poster.jpg) Tool ### AI Video Generate cinematic architectural videos from a single still — walkthroughs, orbits, and timelapses, all from the canvas. Open tool ](/ai-video) [ ![Material Bank Integration](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/homepage/gendo-ai-material-change-after.webp) Tool ### Material Bank Integration Apply real, orderable manufacturer materials directly inside Gendo. Visualise specifications in context and request physical samples for next-day delivery. Open tool ](/material-bank) [ ![People PNG Library](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo-populate.png) Tool ### People PNG Library AI-generated transparent cutout figures for architectural renders — construction workers, professionals, and more. Open tool ](/people-png) [ ![AI Architecture](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/glass-pavilion-render.png) Tool ### AI Architecture Turn grey models into finished renders. Test materials, iterate concepts, and collaborate — all in one shared canvas. Open tool ](/ai-architecture) [ ![AI Architecture Rendering Canvas](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/canvas-render-3.png) Tool ### AI Architecture Rendering Canvas Create architectural renders instantly with AI. Upload a model, sketch, or render and generate unlimited visuals. Open tool ](/ai-architecture-rendering-canvas) [ ![AI Interior Design](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/interior-living-room-render.jpg) Tool ### AI Interior Design Generate photorealistic interior renders from sketches, explore materials in context, and collaborate in real time on one canvas. Open tool ](/ai-interior-design) [ ![Free AI Interior Design](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo-render-2.png) Tool ### Free AI Interior Design Get your first AI interior render free. Upload a room photo, pick a style, and download a photorealistic render in under 60 seconds. Open tool ](/free-ai-interior-design) [ ![Sketch to Image AI](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/sketch-to-render-sketch.png) Tool ### Sketch to Image AI Turn any hand-drawn sketch into a photorealistic architectural or interior render. Works with pencil sketches, digital line art, and rough plans. Open tool ](/sketch-to-image-ai) [ ![AI Landscape Design](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/env-mass-timber.jpg) Tool ### AI Landscape Design Visualise gardens, outdoor spaces, and landscape architecture projects with photorealistic AI renders. Free to start. Open tool ](/ai-landscape-design) [ ![Precision Edit](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/precision-edit-after.jpg) Tool ### Precision Edit Make targeted changes to architectural renders without regenerating the whole image. Edit materials, entourage, landscaping and details in seconds. Open tool ](/precision-edit) [ ![Educational Plan](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/sketch-to-render-sketch.png) Tool ### Educational Plan Free Gendo access for students and educators. Multiple canvases, full AI tooling, no watermarks. Auto-enrolled with .edu and .ac email addresses. Open tool ](/educational) [ ![Gendo vs AI Tools](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/gendo-render-2.png) Tool ### Gendo vs AI Tools How Gendo compares to generic AI image generators. Purpose-built for architectural workflows, not prompt-driven novelty. Open tool ](/gendo-vs-ai) ## CPD [ ![George Proud - CEO leading CPD session](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/george-proud.jpg) Free CPD ### Free CPD Modules Earn CPD credits while learning about AI in architectural visualization. Free for all architects. Led by George Proud, CEO Start earning credits ](/free-cpd) ## The New Canvas [ ![The New Canvas — Gendo's AI-powered architectural workspace](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/homepage/gendo-ai-collaborative-canvas-interface.webp) ### Introducing the Canvas Discover the AI-powered architectural design canvas — a unified workspace to develop, iterate, and collaborate on your projects. Read more ](/resources/learn/the-new-canvas) ## Blog See all 23 [ ![The Multiplayer Canvas for Architects: Gendo vs Figma and Miro for Design Reviews](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/blog-multiplayer-canvas-hero.jpg) Featured 11 August 2026 ### The Multiplayer Canvas for Architects: Gendo vs Figma and Miro for Design Reviews Figma and Miro made design reviews multiplayer. Neither can generate or iterate architectural visuals. Here is where each tool earns its place, and what an architecture-specific canvas changes. ](/blog/multiplayer-canvas-for-architects-gendo-vs-figma-miro) [ ![Getting Gendo Right: Consistency & Control — Lessons from Settle's Frame Project](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/settle-hero.jpg) 24 July 2026 ### Getting Gendo Right: Consistency & Control — Lessons from Settle's Frame Project Inside our latest workshop with Edward Meyers of Settle: how to hold consistency across views, stop AI changing what you didn't ask it to, and maintain image quality across many iterations — with live canvas boards from a real competition project. ](/blog/getting-gendo-right-consistency-and-control-workshop-settle) [ ![The Top 4 AI Workflows for Architects in 2026: ChatGPT vs Gemini vs ComfyUI vs Purpose-Built Platforms](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/blog-top-4-ai-workflows-2026-hero.png) 14 July 2026 ### The Top 4 AI Workflows for Architects in 2026: ChatGPT vs Gemini vs ComfyUI vs Purpose-Built Platforms An honest 2026 comparison of the four AI workflows architects actually use — ChatGPT, Google Gemini / Nano Banana, DIY ComfyUI, and purpose-built platforms like Gendo — with the real costs, strengths and limits of each. ](/blog/top-4-ai-workflows-architects-2026-chatgpt-gemini-comfyui-purpose-built) ## Press & Media See all 14 [ ![Best AI Tool for Design Iteration](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/press-architizer-gendo-settle-canvas.jpg) Architizer · Award ### Best AI Tool for Design Iteration ](https://architizer.com/blog/practice/tools/top-ai-tools-for-architects-and-designers/)[ ![George Proud explores AI's impact on architecture](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/george-proud.jpg) Nash Squared — Building Tomorrow · Podcast ### George Proud explores AI's impact on architecture ](https://www.nashsquared.com/tech-talks-podcasts/building-tomorrow-george-proud-explores-ais-impact-on-architecture)[ ![How AI is revolutionising architectural visualisation with Gendo](https://assets.gendo.ai/marketing/homepage/gendo-ai-architecture-timber-night.webp) EntreArchitect · Interview ### How AI is revolutionising architectural visualisation with Gendo ](https://entrearchitect.com/2025/02/10/ai-for-architectural-visualization/) ## FAQs [ ### Frequently Asked Questions Get answers about Gendo's tools, pricing, workflows, and data privacy. Includes an AI-powered assistant for instant help. Browse FAQs ](/faqs) ## Events See all Live from Luma ### Upcoming Gendo events Studio workshops, live demos, panels and competitions. Subscribe on Luma to get reminders for sessions you want to join. [View on Luma](https://lu.ma/gendo) Out in the world ### Gendo on Tour Conferences, meet-ups and industry evenings we're attending or speaking at. Come and say hello. [ ![Architecture After Hours — London Edition](/assets/events/architecture-after-hours-london-edition.jpg) 23 September 2026· Doors 16:30 London, UK #### Architecture After Hours — London Edition Bentley Systems UK HQ, 43rd Floor, 8 Bishopsgate Short talks on technology and practice, 43 floors above the City, followed by drinks. Speakers from ZHA, Foster + Partners, KPF and Heatherwick. Skala Social £55 George attending Event page ](https://skala-social.com/events/architecture-after-hours-london-edition) [ ![Architecture Intelligence](/assets/events/architecture-intelligence-berlin.png) 24 September 2026· 17:30–23:00 CEST Berlin, Germany #### Architecture Intelligence DAZ — German Architecture Center, Wilhelmine-Gemberg-Weg 6 An evening on architectural innovation and technology at the German Architecture Center, with food and drinks included. Architecture Intelligence €15 George & Will attending Event page ](https://luma.com/svjoc2s7) [ ![RELEASE \[AEC\]](/assets/events/release-aec-2026.jpg) 20 October 2026· 09:00–22:00 CEST Paris, France #### RELEASE \[AEC\] Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie A day of live demos from around fifty AEC software and hardware companies, closing with an evening open to students. RELEASE \[AEC\] Free for vetted AEC professionals Event page ](https://release-aec.com/) [ ![RIBA AI in Practice Summit 2027](/assets/events/riba-ai-in-practice-summit.jpg)Previous edition 3 February 2027 London, UK #### RIBA AI in Practice Summit 2027 RIBA's AI conference for architects. The 2027 programme has not been published yet — the link goes to the previous edition. RIBA Event page ](https://www.riba.org/whats-on/ai-in-practice-summit-2026/) ## What Architects Say See all 16 > "Gendo has become an essential part of our visualisation workflow. It allows us to turn technically accurate but flat renders into emotive, presentation-ready images in minutes." WG Wayne Greenland Principal Architect, Habitat Studio Architects > "Incredibly fast for iterating on perspectives and bringing BIM concepts to life with polished, realistic renders." MB Maxime Buisson Architect / BIM Specialist > "A quick way to re-render both interior and exterior designs, making presentations clearer and more impactful." A Abdullah Architect > "A powerful tool for producing realistic exterior renderings that elevate design concepts instantly." EW Edmund Wadeosn Director of Design > "Turning SketchUp studies into true-to-life visuals, with unlimited iterations to explore materials, textures, and finishes until the concept feels real." MFD María Fernanda Dionne Director > "The value was immediate, the first image out of Gendo felt like a no-brainer at the price point. It's fast, architectural, and very useful in live design reviews." LC Liam Cox Urban Designer, MCAU > "Excellent render quality that dramatically enhances images and makes renovation projects look professional and compelling." RO Roberto Ortega Designer > "A huge upgrade for architectural presentations, transforming ideas into high-quality visuals quickly." FM Fernando Mendez Architect > "An amazing way to materialize rough ideas into realistic renders and validate design choices before moving forward." NB Natan Bosak Architect Intern > "Outstanding render refinement for images generated in other 3D software, making workflows smoother and results more polished." FC Fabrizio Cattaruzza Architect > "Fast AI-driven rendering that makes it easier to verify work quickly, and an easy recommendation for other designers." GM Gioacchino Marino Casa di Rosario > "I'm really excited to be using AI now, because we used to spend thousands of dollars on a single high-quality rendering. With Gendo, I can create schematic designs on my own, it's been really fun and empowering to use." B Brittany Architectural Design Consultant > "Turning a full house from a blueprint into a visualization with Gendo saves me six to seven hours." AS Aneudy Salcedo Architect, Intercultural 3 Design > "The Gendo imagery facilitates conviction in decisions. It's not just the architect saying 'trust me' – the image speaks for itself." MG Matt Green Director of Architecture, Salmon Planning Company > "Sometimes clients only need one key image. With Gendo I can produce it quickly and keep costs sensible—for a solo practice, that's transformative." LM Lucia Milone Principal Architect, Lanza Architects > "I would absolutely encourage other designers and studios to give Gendo a try. It's a powerful tool that has transformed how we approach early-stage visualisation." BP Bianca Peplar Interior Designer & Rendering Specialist, Cascadia Architects > "Gendo has become an essential part of our visualisation workflow. It allows us to turn technically accurate but flat renders into emotive, presentation-ready images in minutes." WG Wayne Greenland Principal Architect, Habitat Studio Architects > "Incredibly fast for iterating on perspectives and bringing BIM concepts to life with polished, realistic renders." MB Maxime Buisson Architect / BIM Specialist > "A quick way to re-render both interior and exterior designs, making presentations clearer and more impactful." A Abdullah Architect > "A powerful tool for producing realistic exterior renderings that elevate design concepts instantly." EW Edmund Wadeosn Director of Design > "Turning SketchUp studies into true-to-life visuals, with unlimited iterations to explore materials, textures, and finishes until the concept feels real." MFD María Fernanda Dionne Director > "The value was immediate, the first image out of Gendo felt like a no-brainer at the price point. It's fast, architectural, and very useful in live design reviews." LC Liam Cox Urban Designer, MCAU > "Excellent render quality that dramatically enhances images and makes renovation projects look professional and compelling." RO Roberto Ortega Designer > "A huge upgrade for architectural presentations, transforming ideas into high-quality visuals quickly." FM Fernando Mendez Architect > "An amazing way to materialize rough ideas into realistic renders and validate design choices before moving forward." NB Natan Bosak Architect Intern > "Outstanding render refinement for images generated in other 3D software, making workflows smoother and results more polished." FC Fabrizio Cattaruzza Architect > "Fast AI-driven rendering that makes it easier to verify work quickly, and an easy recommendation for other designers." GM Gioacchino Marino Casa di Rosario > "I'm really excited to be using AI now, because we used to spend thousands of dollars on a single high-quality rendering. With Gendo, I can create schematic designs on my own, it's been really fun and empowering to use." B Brittany Architectural Design Consultant > "Turning a full house from a blueprint into a visualization with Gendo saves me six to seven hours." AS Aneudy Salcedo Architect, Intercultural 3 Design > "The Gendo imagery facilitates conviction in decisions. It's not just the architect saying 'trust me' – the image speaks for itself." MG Matt Green Director of Architecture, Salmon Planning Company > "Sometimes clients only need one key image. With Gendo I can produce it quickly and keep costs sensible—for a solo practice, that's transformative." LM Lucia Milone Principal Architect, Lanza Architects > "I would absolutely encourage other designers and studios to give Gendo a try. It's a powerful tool that has transformed how we approach early-stage visualisation." 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