Empoli

Empoli is an AI ecosystem for architects and developers that turns 2D plans into editable 3D models and supports client walkthroughs. Its 2D-to-3D tool is built into Revit and lists exports to Revit, IFC, or VR-ready formats. Empoli RTR accepts FBX files exported from Revit, ArchiCAD, or SketchUp, then automatically applies lighting, materials, and detail to uploaded models. It can create a link for clients to view a walkthrough on a laptop, tablet, or phone without installing software. Supported inputs include floor-plan images, 2D drawings, PDFs, AutoCAD files, FBX, and ZIP archives with textures. Empoli BIM is in development; planned capabilities include automated building-code validation and multi-discipline clash detection. Empoli is available on web and iOS. The RTR app supports iPhone and iPad and requires iOS 15.0 or later, or iPadOS 15.0 or later. Users can access, export, or delete their data in app Settings.

Empoli combines plan conversion with model rendering and shareable client walkthroughs.

Empoli may suit architects and developers who want to turn plans into editable 3D models or share rendered walkthroughs with clients. Its Revit, ArchiCAD, and SketchUp compatibility may suit users working with those tools.

Empoli is an architecture-focused toolset for turning plans into editable 3D models, rendering designs, and sharing client walkthroughs. It is best suited to architects and developers already working with CAD or BIM tools who need a path from plan to presentation. Its workflow spans several useful stages, though BIM validation remains a future-facing part of the product.

Overview

Empoli brings plan conversion and model presentation into an architecture-oriented workflow. Its 2D-to-3D tool converts floor plans into editable models and is built into Revit; Empoli RTR then takes model files for rendering and client review. That makes it a stronger fit for teams moving from design files to visual communication than for users seeking a general-purpose image generator.

The product accepts floor-plan images, 2D drawings, PDFs, AutoCAD files, FBX files, and ZIP archives with textures. Empoli lists Revit, ArchiCAD, SketchUp, and FBX as compatible tools or formats. Empoli BIM is still in development, with automated building-code validation and multi-discipline clash detection planned rather than currently available.

Key features

Plan conversion and exports

The 2D-to-3D tool creates an editable model from a floor plan, with the Revit integration helping keep that step within an established design workflow. Exports to Revit, IFC, and VR-ready formats make the result useful beyond a preview inside Empoli. The value is clearest for architecture professionals who need a model they can continue working with; the conversion alone is less compelling if the goal is only a quick, static image.

Rendering and walkthroughs

Empoli RTR accepts FBX exports from Revit, ArchiCAD, or SketchUp and automatically applies realistic lighting, materials, and detail. It can also produce a shareable walkthrough link that clients open on a laptop, tablet, or phone without installing software. That removes friction from design reviews, although the workflow depends on exporting a compatible model first.

BIM plans and privacy

Empoli BIM is described as in development, so code validation and clash detection should be treated as planned capabilities, not reasons to choose the product today. Empoli VR's privacy policy says the service collects account information, uploaded project content, anonymized usage telemetry, and billing data processed by Stripe. Users can access, export, or delete their data through the app's Settings page. Empoli says it responds to contact form messages within one business day.

Pricing

Empoli offers a free 30-day trial with no credit card required. Paid pricing is custom pricing, so the trial is the clear low-commitment way to assess whether plan conversion and RTR fit a studio's workflow. The trial is time-limited, and there is no published free-plan quota or seat allowance to weigh against a continuing subscription.

That makes Empoli harder to compare on budget before speaking with the maker. Studios that need a fixed, published monthly cost or a lasting free tier may prefer a tool with explicit plan limits and prices; Empoli's appeal is instead its combination of model conversion, rendering, and client walkthroughs.

Platforms

Empoli is available on iOS and the web. The Empoli RTR app supports iPhone and iPad and requires iOS 15.0 or later or iPadOS 15.0 or later. The web option suits desktop design workflows, while the mobile app extends access to RTR; no Android platform is listed.

Who it's for

Empoli is a considered option for architects and developers who already use Revit, ArchiCAD, or SketchUp and want to move from plan or model files toward rendered client presentations. The no-install walkthrough link is particularly useful when clients need to review a design without adopting another tool. It is less suitable for buyers whose main requirement is currently available BIM checking, or who need clearly priced plans before evaluating a product.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Plan conversion produces editable 3D models, with Revit integration and exports to Revit, IFC, and VR-ready formats.
• Pro: RTR accepts FBX from several established design tools and creates client walkthrough links that work across laptops, tablets, and phones without an install.
• Pro: The 30-day trial requires no credit card, giving teams a defined evaluation period without an upfront commitment.
• Con: BIM code validation and clash detection are still in development, so teams needing those capabilities now should look elsewhere.
• Con: Paid pricing is custom, which makes cost comparison difficult before contacting the maker.
• Con: The listed platform coverage is iOS and web, with the RTR mobile app requiring iOS 15.0 or later or iPadOS 15.0 or later.

Alternatives

For a broader comparison, see AI Architectural Rendering Software. Luw.ai Studio is worth considering for buyers who want a published free tier of two daily credits at 512×512 resolution, accepting a watermark and basic models. Gendo offers a free web plan with unlimited generations, but limits users to one active canvas, one collaborator, and a 10-image-set history. Harth may suit teams preferring a defined monthly allowance: its free plan includes 700 credits per month and community support.

Rendero is an alternative for web users who want a one-time free allowance of 50 credits rather than a time-limited trial. Treform is another option for Mac, Windows, and web users who want a free tier and broader desktop platform coverage. Blue Moon AI offers web access with five free generations per day on its Free Daily model, plus three signup credits. PLANA may fit buyers seeking a 7-day Max trial with 4K resolution, all models, and no watermark, though it is a paid product and does not offer a free plan. Renderica has a free web tier of three renders per month at 1024px, a fit for those who want a small ongoing allowance.

Verdict

Empoli is best for architecture teams that want to convert plans into editable models and carry those designs into rendered, shareable client walkthroughs. Its strongest reason to choose is the connected path from plan conversion through presentation, supported by familiar CAD/BIM inputs. Look elsewhere if you need BIM validation today or require transparent paid pricing before committing to an evaluation.