At Expo CIHAC 2025, the D5 Render booth steadily attracted architects, designers, developers, and educators looking to understand how real-time visualization is evolving in Mexico and LATAM. Throughout the three-day event, groups of visitors gathered, asked questions, and explored how modern workflows are being shaped by speed, accessibility, and AI-driven assistance. Rather than recounting the event moment by moment, the following highlights the insights and patterns that emerged from these interactions.

Key Takeaways

• Real-time speed and AI-assisted rendering are now seen as essential for modern visualization workflows in Mexico and LATAM.
• Universities are increasingly adopting tools like D5 Render because they are easy to learn, hardware-friendly, and support creativity-focused teaching.
• Architecture and design firms are seeking intuitive, efficient visualization tools that streamline client communication and accelerate decision-making.

Real-time speed consistently caught visitors’ attention

Throughout the expo, visitors paused to watch live demonstrations showing scenes updating instantly—whether adjusting materials, changing lighting, or moving through a real-time tour. The most common reaction came after only a few seconds of observing:

“That updated already?”

The immediacy of the workflow often led professionals to reflect on their own processes. Many noted how D5’s rendering speed could improve internal reviews, shorten client feedback loops, or simply remove the pressure of long render times.

For students, the appeal was different: fast rendering meant they could iterate more freely, refine ideas without waiting overnight, and focus on improving the quality of their work rather than managing technical delays.

In these conversations, a clear shift appeared:
Speed is gradually becoming the baseline expectation for visualization in Mexic.

Students and educators explored the platform with academic lens

Academic visitors—students, professors, program directors—were a constant presence. Rather than just observing the demos, many approached with specific questions about how real-time visualization could fit into class exercises, semester projects, and curriculum updates.

Their questions frequently revolved around:

• ‍Learning curve: Most wanted tools students could pick up quickly, allowing coursework to emphasize design thinking and storytelling.
• ‍Hardware: University labs and personal laptops often have limited performance capabilities, making D5’s lightweight requirements particularly attractive.
• ‍Skill development: Educators noted that the software’s intuitive interface helps students build skills in composition, lighting, visual narrative, and professional presentation without being overwhelmed by technical complexity.

Learning that D5 offers free academic licenses sparked additional interest, especially for schools updating digital visualization programs. These interactions suggested that many universities are actively looking to modernize how they teach visual communication—bridging the gap between conceptual design and real-time presentation.

Firms examined AI as a practical enhancement to their workflow

Architectural and interior design firms approached the booth with questions grounded in daily work: client presentations, material studies, lighting proposals, and project reviews. What consistently captured their attention was how AI contributed to reducing repetitive tasks and improving the clarity of visual output.

Throughout the demos, professionals took interest in how D5’s AI tools could:

• refine lighting setups automatically
• enhance materials and scene details
• assist with post-production without relying on external tools
• help maintain consistency across multiple renders

Rather than viewing AI as a novelty, many attendees recognized its potential to support efficiency—allowing teams to spend more time making design decisions and less time adjusting technical settings. For several firms, the combination of real-time rendering and AI support represented a meaningful improvement to how they communicate ideas to clients.

Also read: AI in Architecture: How to Transform Workflow With D5 Render?

Presence from the LATAM and global team encouraged deeper technical dialogue

Members from D5 Render’s global leadership and regional LATAM team were present throughout the event, giving attendees direct access to both strategic and technical knowledge. Conversations naturally extended beyond software walkthroughs and into broader discussions about trends shaping the industry:

• the increasing expectation for real-time visualization in early design phases
• how AI is shifting the balance between manual adjustments and automated refinement
• challenges firms face when integrating tools with SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, or ArchiCAD
• the growing importance of accessible tools for both professionals and students

The booth environment—open, calm, and discussion-oriented—made it easy for visitors to explore not only how D5 works, but how it fits into larger workflows and future technology plans.

Also read: AI Rendering in Action: 10 D5 Features That Transform Your Workflow

A clearer picture of industry needs emerged from the three-day event

While the interactions varied—from student curiosity to firm-level process questions—several consistent themes appeared throughout the expo:

• Designers value tools that feel intuitive and reduce friction in the creative process.
• ‍Render speed directly influences communication and approval cycles.
• AI is embraced when it supports creativity rather than replacing it.
• Stability and performance on accessible hardware matter significantly, especially for students and small studios.
• Educators are actively seeking modern visualization tools that align with industry expectations.

These insights point to a shift in the regional landscape:
Mexico’s architecture and design community is moving toward faster, more intelligent, and more accessible real-time workflows.

Looking ahead

Following Expo CIHAC 2025, D5 Render strengthened relationships with architecture firms, developers, universities, technology partners, and professional associations across Mexico and LATAM. The steady interest shown during the event reflects a region preparing for a new era of visualization—where design quality, efficiency, and AI-enhanced workflows merge into everyday practice.

As the industry moves into 2026, tools built around real-time rendering, intelligent assistance, and accessibility—such as D5—are positioned to become an integral part of how designers conceptualize, visualize, and communicate their ideas.

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