Oslo-based startup Visoid has raised 700,000 in seed funding for its AI software, which helps architects turn their 3D models into striking renders within seconds.For architects and designers, a good render can mean the difference between winning or losing a client. However, rendering typically requires a lot of time, effort, expertise and money. Tools like Visoid look to disrupt the status quo.What started as a simple tool for architects to generate beautiful visualisations has led us on a journey to simplify and democratise the visualisation process itself, said co-founder Joachim Holwech.Heres how the software works:Check It OutYou take a screenshot of your 3D design and import it into Visoids web-based app. Then write out a general overview of your creative vision using a text prompt Scandinavian house in the woods with big windows, for example. You can also set more detailed requirements like the desired lighting or background elements. Once youre ready, click Render.Then the AI, trained on images of real buildings and homes, will generate your visualisation. If youre happy with the result, you then download it in up to 4K resolution.All of this speeds up the 3D rendering time by up to 90%, Visoid claims. The startup also promises to slash costs. A typical architectural 3D render costs anywhere from 90 to 9,000 per image. In contrast, Visoids Premium software package is available for just 55 a month.The founders of US-based construction outfit PANL, one of Visoids clients, described the impact as game-changing.It allows us to create lots of beautiful content for a fraction of the price, they said.AI accelerates into architecturePANL is far from alone in applying artificial intelligence to architecture. Over 40% of architects are now using AI tools, according to a report last month by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).Some of these AI tools include OpenAIs ChatGPT for writing briefs, and text-to-image generators like Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, or Dall-E for creating early concept designs. However, Visoid is confident that its tool offers something unique.Unlike other AI tools that generate images from prompts and light references, Visoid uses architects actual 3D models to create precise, true-to-design renderings, CEO and co-founder Mark Szoke told TNW.While other AI tools operate with more freedom based on less information and are more relevant in generating concept ideas and variations, Visoid ensures precise control and photo-realistic visualisation key reasons behind our rapid usage growth in just a year.https://cdn0.tnwcdn.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2025/03/Visoid_beforeafter_2.mp4Since launching in 2023, Visoid has attracted customers in over 80 countries and generated more than 2.7 million images, with over 500,000 uploaded to its platform, the company said.The startups progress caught the attention of VC firm Antler, which participated in the new seed funding round.The fact that they have reached a high ARR [annual recurring revenue] and attracted users from around the world while having spent very little money on marketing shows they have built something that creates real value for their customers, said Anna Munthe-Kaas, associate partner at Antler.Antler contributed to Visoids new funding alongside lead investor StartupLab, a Norwegian startup incubator and investor and construction giant OBOS.Visoid will use the fresh capital to expand its team and reach new clients. Among the recent additions to the customer base is the Nordic Office of Architecture. One of Scandinavias leading architecture practices, the company has led mega projects including the new Oslo Airport and Norways Government Quarter. Story by Sin Geschwindt Sin is a climate and energy reporter at TNW. From nuclear fusion to escooters, he covers the length and breadth of Europe's clean tech ecos (show all) Sin is a climate and energy reporter at TNW. From nuclear fusion to escooters, he covers the length and breadth of Europe's clean tech ecosystem. He's happiest sourcing a scoop, investigating the impact of emerging technologies, and even putting them to the test. Sin has five years journalism experience and holds a dual degree in media and environmental science from the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Get the TNW newsletterGet the most important tech news in your inbox each week.Also tagged with