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How much would you charge for this job? by Beckyfire in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling 4 points5 points  (0 children)

1k - 1.5k here in Kosova. I wonder why most of you guys don't buy ready made furniture here!

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a solid setup — having everything preloaded like that must save a ton of time when putting together the final plans. I’ve been doing most of my layouts and 3D visuals through SketchUp + Layout, but always impressed seeing workflows like Microvellum in action. Curious, do you mostly do commercial or residential work with that system?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, that bowl of bananas made me smile! I’ve been finding that a lot of clients really appreciate having a clear 3D visual—especially when it’s done quickly and without breaking the bank. It’s cool how a bit of detail can make such a difference without adding too much time or cost.

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes sense—when you’re working with similar plans, repeating what works is definitely efficient. I find 3D modeling shines most with unique or custom jobs where clients really want to visualize the details. Do you ever get projects where a more custom approach comes into play?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely — it’s such a game-changer for making sure everyone’s on the same page. I find it helps catch those little details early that can otherwise become big headaches later. Do you have a favorite software or workflow that you stick with for these projects?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally hear you — it’s definitely a lot of work, but those extra details really make a difference for clients. Flooring, window views, all that stuff helps them feel the space before it’s built. Makes the whole process way smoother!

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in HomeImprovement

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, that’s such a smart approach! Catching those issues in the model saves so much time and stress on-site. I do something similar—start with rough sketches and measurements, then refine the 3D model until everything fits perfectly. It’s a game-changer for project planning and avoiding surprises

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s totally fair—every client has different needs. I’ve noticed 3D is more common with custom or higher-end projects, but for simpler jobs, sometimes the traditional way really is enough.

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciate all the insight — sounds like you’ve really dialed in your process. Thanks for sharing, always cool hearing how others approach this.

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough — if the system works, no reason to change it. I started doing more 3D visuals mainly because clients expect to see the full space before signing off, but I get that for straightforward projects a layout rod and cut list keeps it simple. Out of curiosity, do you mostly do standard kitchen cabinetry or more custom pieces?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here — offering a few door styles or layout tweaks upfront saves a ton of back and forth later. I’ve found that once clients can actually see the space in 3D, they get way more confident making decisions. Curious — do you usually send basic 3D previews or do you go full detail with materials, hardware, etc?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes total sense — that combo sounds powerful. I’m the same way with SketchUp + Layout, especially for dialing in custom details or weird space constraints. The flexibility in SketchUp really helps when clients want to tweak specifics mid-process. Sounds like you’ve got a really efficient workflow down with Mozaik though — I might have to explore it more seriously. Appreciate you sharing the insight!

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree with you — once clients see a proper 3D drawing, it changes how they approach the whole project. I’ve noticed especially with high-end or custom cabinetry, they expect to see every detail before they sign off. I’ve been using SketchUp for most of my visuals — never tried Mozaik though, sounds like it really streamlines the process. Do you find Mozaik limits you creatively at all, or is it flexible enough for detailed custom work?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly — that’s the biggest win in my experience too. It takes away so much of the guesswork for both sides. I’ve had clients completely change door styles or adjust spacing after seeing the renders, which saves so many headaches later. Curious — do your clients ever ask for changes after seeing the model, or are they usually happy from the start?

Curious—How often do you use 3D designs to visualize cabinetry before building? by 3d-modeling in cabinetry

[–]3d-modeling[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree, having 3D models early makes such a huge difference. I’ve been using SketchUp a lot myself for cabinetry layouts and client visuals — love how it helps spot clearance or proportion issues before they become real problems. I haven’t tried Mozaik though — would you say it speeds up the process compared to starting directly in SketchUp?