We conducted a comparative user study with 20 participants (10 design professionals, 10 students). Each viewed two portfolios: a traditional PDF (control) and the 3D Visualizer (treatment). Metrics included:

The success of a 3D portfolio relies entirely on how intuitive the controls are for a non-technical client.

The field is currently undergoing a massive transformation with the integration of Unreal Engine and AI-assisted rendering. We are moving away from waiting hours for a single frame to render and toward real-time walkthroughs where a client can change the floor material or time of day with a single click.