CG Architecture Challenge

Awards & Prizes

There will be 3 individual winners for CG Architecture Challenge Subcategories. Award will be given for the best 3D CG model or visualization uploaded during the challenge period.

Best Architectural Interior Model

For the 1st place winner of Architectural Interior subcategory

• $300 render fee by Ranch Computing
• Choice of Substance Painter or Substance Designer by Allegorithmic
• Pro account for 1 year by 3D Wayfinder
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo + RealPerception licenses by MotivaCG
• Suite Node-locked licence by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 5 free sales by CGTrader

For the runner-up of Architectural Interior

• $200 render fee by Ranch Computing
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo or RealPerception licence (chosen by the winner) by MotivaCG
• Learning Edition by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 3 free sales by CGTrader

Best Architectural Exterior Model

For the 1st place winner of Architectural Exterior subcategory

• $300 render fee Ranch Computing
• Choice of Substance Painter or Substance Designer by Allegorithmic
• Pro account for 1 year by 3D Wayfinder
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo + RealPerception licenses by MotivaCG
• Suite Node-locked licence by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 5 free sales by CGTrader

For the runner-up of Architectural Exterior

• $200 render fee by Ranch Computing
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo or RealPerception licence (chosen by the winner) by MotivaCG
• Learning Edition by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 3 free sales by CGTrader

Best Architectural Details Model

For the 1st place winner of Architectural Details subcategory

• $300 render fee Ranch Computing
• Choice of Substance Painter or Substance Designer by Allegorithmic
• Pro account for 1 year by 3D Wayfinder
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo + RealPerception licenses by MotivaCG
• Suite Node-locked licence by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 5 free sales by CGTrader

For the runner-up of Architectural Details

• $200 render fee by Ranch Computing
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo or RealPerception licence (chosen by the winner) by MotivaCG
• Learning Edition by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 3 free sales by CGTrader

Best Architectural portfolio

The award will be given for the best 3D CG models or visualizations uploaded during the challenge period.

For the 1st place winner

• $300 render fee Ranch Computing
• Choice of Substance Painter or Substance Designer by Allegorithmic
• Pro account for 1 year by 3D Wayfinder
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo + RealPerception licenses by MotivaCG
• Suite Node-locked licence by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 5 free sales by CGTrader

For 1st runner-up

• $200 render fee by Ranch Computing
• Annual Subscription by Landscape Architects Network
• Colimo or RealPerception licence (chosen by the winner) by MotivaCG
• Learning Edition by Maxwell Render
• Promotional features by CGTrader
• 3 free sales by CGTrader

Things you must know

• 3D CG 'Architecture' Challenge will run from the 20th of October, 2015, to the 22nd of January, 2016.
• When uploading your entry be sure to check "architectural-challenge" to get your model tagged and counted to the challenge.
• Cool renderings are optional but we will definitely consider this when judging.
• Don't forget to indicate what software was used in the making of the model.
• Maxwell Render is encouraging trying its software for the competition. All participants interested in obtaining a free license for the duration of the competition, can get one contacting them at: http://bit.ly/WriteUs

Things you should know

• Designs uploaded to the gallery are not treated as valid entries.
• Upon joining this challenge, you agree that your rendering scene might be used by sponsors for marketing (non commercial!) purposes.
• You can have as many entry models as you want. By uploading more than 8 entry models you are eligible to enter Portfolio category too.
• The challenge is open to everyone, including teams, legal entities and people from all over the world.
• Participating in the challenge and uploading 3D models to CGTrader platform is free of charge.
• All the entries must be original and not derivable.
• Employees and relatives of CGTrader and sponsor teams are not allowed to participate in this challenge.
• Any existing taxes or duties must be paid by the winner. CGTrader is not responsible for any illegal actions taken by the prize winners.
• We are independent sheriffs of this challenge, so stick to the rules and don't do anything stupid.
• Got some questions? Have suggestions? Check for FAQ or drop us a line at info@cgtrader.com.

Best CG 'Architecture' Challenge Models

• Quality of the model
• Uniqueness, innovation, and general achievement in design of the model
• Clear and attractive presentation on CGTrader.com

Best CG 'Architecture' Portfolio

• Quality of the portfolio
• Uniqueness, innovation, and general achievement in design of the portfolio
• Clear and attractive presentation on CGTrader.com

Do I need to upload files or only images of my 3D design?

You need to upload files and images of your 3D design in order to participate in the challenge.

I don't want to put my entry model for sale. Do you have any suggestions?

Does earning money from your digital files sounds like a bad idea? Just try to put higher price on it, let's say 300 USD.

I don't want to loose copyrights on my model after it is sold.

There are General, Editorial and Custom licenses for you to choose under which you want to operate. Individuals or companies which bought your model can't use it for commercial purposes if it hasn't been changed. So no worries - you won't loose the copyright.

How can I participate in the challenge?

Design awesome 3D model for 'CG Architecture' Challenge and upload it to CGTrader.

What if I put the required tag on my already published 3D model on CGTrader - do you treat it as a valid entry?

No. Only 3D models uploaded in the period from the 20th of October 2015 to the 22nd of January 2016 will be treated as valid entries.

Do free 3D models participate in the challenge?

Yes, absolutely. Sharing artwork is always appreciated in the community.

Can I enter with 3D models which participated in other challenges elsewhere?

Yes. There are no restrictions on publishing and selling your models elsewhere.

Do price tags play any importance when entries are being judged?

No. But do not forget that the prices are always judged by the customers.

I want to participate in the challenge so I am going to delete my already uploaded models and upload them again to meet the "publishing period" requirement. Can I do that?

No. We are tracking every deleted and uploaded model, so it is useless to drive-through our requirements of the challenge.