Bringing a construction project to life starts long before breaking ground. It begins with the ability to visualize a structure in its real-world setting. It is critical for planning and winning client approvals and ensuring a smooth construction process. That’s where automated site check makes all the difference.

With canibuild’s latest version of 3D visualization, you can instantly place builds on any site, adjust positioning, check for setbacks, and even estimate excavation needs—all without complex modeling tools. For those already using canibuild, you’ve seen firsthand how it streamlines decision-making and makes client presentations effortless.

Now, we’ve made it even better. Our latest release brings auto alignment for builds, enhanced retaining walls, default photorealistic mode, and a more intuitive navigation experience, ensuring that your workflow is smoother, faster, and more accurate.

Let’s take a closer look at what’s new.

What’s New?

Auto Alignment: Switch Seamlessly to Photorealistic Mode

Previously, when switching to photorealistic mode, you might have had to make slight manual tweaks to ensure your build sat correctly on the terrain.

Not anymore. With auto alignment, builds now automatically snap to the correct ground level when switching to photorealistic mode.

How this helps you:

• Saves time. Now, just place your build and go.

• More accurate and realistic site visualization.

• A smoother experience when switching views.

This means you spend less time fixing placements and more time showing your clients exactly what their projects will look like.

Retaining Walls: Now Fully Visible on All Sides

Retaining walls are critical when working with sloped sites, but if you’ve ever noticed parts of them disappearing in 3D mode, you’re not alone.

We’ve now ensured that retaining walls display correctly on all sides, so you get a complete and accurate view of how your build interacts with the terrain.

How this helps you:

• Better visibility for excavation and site prep.

• More precise cost and material estimates.

• A clearer picture for you and your clients.

Now, when you place a build, you’ll immediately see the full picture, no second-guessing required.

Photorealistic Mode is Now the Default

We know you want your builds to look as realistic and impressive as possible. That’s why we’ve made Photorealistic Mode the default in 3D.

How this helps you:

• No extra clicks. Just instant, high-quality visuals.

• A better client experience. What they see is what they get.

• A smoother transition from concept to approval.

Now, every time you switch to 3D, you’ll see your project in the best possible detail, without having to manually adjust settings.

Enhanced Basemap Controls for Faster Navigation

Switching between Terrain, Google, and Photorealistic views is a key part of assessing a project. We’ve now relocated the Basemap function to the bottom-left corner of the screen, making it easier and faster to toggle between views.

How this helps you:

• Quickly switch between different map styles.

• Compare views instantly without disrupting your workflow.

• A cleaner, more user-friendly interface.

It’s a simple refinement that makes a noticeable difference in usability.

A More Streamlined, Intuitive 3D Experience

We’ve also fine-tuned 3D to be even more user-friendly and efficient.

Key improvements include:

• We’ve simplified controls. Only “Adjust Height” remains, reducing unnecessary complexity.

• We’ve made the system more stable, minimizing crashes and glitches.

• We’ve aligned the Basemap function with upcoming UI/UX enhancements.

The result? A faster, more intuitive 3D tool that lets you focus on what matters, building and selling.

What These Updates Mean for You

We know time is money, and these updates are designed to help you work faster and smarter.

Here’s what you get:

• Work Faster – Auto Alignment and default Photorealistic Mode mean fewer adjustments, so you can spend more time designing and selling.

• Improve Accuracy – Enhanced retaining walls and terrain adaptation ensure your visualizations match real-world conditions.

• Deliver a Better Client Experience – When clients can see exactly how their project fits the site, approvals, and decision-making happen faster and with more confidence.

With these enhancements, 3D visualization becomes an essential tool in your workflow, not just a feature, but a competitive advantage.

Ready to Experience the New 3D?

These updates are already live! Log into canibuild now and explore the enhanced 3D experience for yourself.

Not using canibuild yet? Now’s the perfect time to see how our platform can help you plan, sell, and build with confidence. Book a demo today!