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The riskiest part of a renovation is committing to changes you can only picture in your head. A 3D floor plan turns "I think this could work" into something you can actually see — move a wall, open up a kitchen, try a new layout — before a single tool comes out. And it makes explaining the plan to a contractor much easier.
Why 3D beats guessing
- See the change first. Test a knocked-through wall or a reworked layout in 3D before you pay for it.
- Compare options. Try "before and after" layouts side by side.
- Communicate clearly. A 3D view leaves far less room for misunderstanding with a contractor than a sketch.
- Furnish it. Check that furniture and flow actually work (see furnished renders).
How to do it
- Start from your existing plan. Convert a 2D plan — even a scan or photo — into an editable 3D model (the 2D-to-3D step, or from a scanned plan).
- Edit the layout. Move walls and reshape rooms to try your changes.
- Visualize and share. Furnish it, render it, and show your contractor or family.
See your renovation before you build it
Upload your plan and get an editable 3D model and renders — test changes without lifting a hammer.
Get early access →Frequently asked questions
How can a 3D floor plan help with a renovation?
It lets you see the space and test changes — moving a wall, opening a kitchen, reworking a layout — before spending money on the real thing. It also makes it far easier to explain what you want to a contractor.
Do I need existing plans to start?
Having a plan helps — you can convert an existing 2D plan (even a scan or photo) into an editable 3D model and modify it. If you don't have one, you'd measure the space or use a capture app first.
Can I test 'before and after' layouts?
Yes. Convert the current plan to 3D, then edit the geometry to try new layouts and furnish them, so you can compare options and share renders before committing.
Do I need design skills or software?
No. AI conversion runs in the browser, so homeowners and renovators can produce a 3D model without CAD or 3D experience.