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ViewIT crosses the line with 3D 'Whole Home' Web Design Tool
Submitted by Sandra McClure on 2009-04-14.
Toronto, Canada — April 2, 2009, — Recognizing the industry’s desire for a robust but easy to use design platform that goes beyond the kitchen, ViewIT Technologies has unveiled the 3Dream virtual 3D internet application for professionals. 3Dream.net was developed to help the non-technical design professional move out of the kitchen to all other areas of the home - or office - to expand their service offering to clients, enhancing their profit potential past the traditional kitchen and bath sale. As many K&B designers are also interior designers or decorators this allows for a single design tool that lets them plan in 2D, then instantly switch to 3D to furnish, paint and accessorize their entire project space in a live, navigable 3D environment. In keeping with their product design mantra ' keep it simple', the online software-as-a-service uses popular keyword searches for real world products and materials.
Since its recent introduction, 3Dream has found a dedicated following among design professionals for its ability to allow non-technical professionals create visuals similar to what has previously been limited to expensive, complicated rendering programs. "It's being called a video game for designers", said Donna Barlett, President of ViewIT, and head of sales and marketing for the company. "When we first began developing 3Dream, we knew there were some amazing programs out there, but the learning curve to do what they needed to do, was very steep - not to mention expensive. This eliminated much of the professional marketplace because they were just too time-consuming to get up and running", she added. Referring to the simplified user interface on which there are very few buttons and a large planning surface, 3Dream is a program that any skill level can quickly learn and start producing project layouts and visuals. The user can easily move to anywhere in the scene - inside and outside. Along with the project images, or 'snapshots', the program tracks all items and materials used in the project – it then displays these in a customized report referred to as a “shopping list”. Reports and snapshots can then be printed or emailed customer for instant approval.
Used by design professionals, retailers and product vendors, 3Dream.net is a valuable sales tool that helps customers overcome the “how will it look in my home” buying hesitation. Accounts are just $39.99 per month with no up-front fees. A free 30 day trial is available at www.3dream.net
Manufacturers of all product types that wish to develop their own virtual showroom within 3Dream are invited to call Donna Barlett at 1-800-449 9984, ext. 223.
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Visit ViewIT Technologies at;
KBIS in Atlanta May 1 - 3, 2009
Booth: #358 Hall B
3Dream™ will also be featured in Best of K/BIS 2009
ViewIT Launches new web look for 3Dream
Submitted by Sandra McClure on 2008-12-04.
3Dream.net gets a new look
Toronto, Canada (December 4, 2008) - 3D technology provider ViewIT has launched a re-design of its web site 3Dream.net.
3Dream is a to-the-trade virtual room design system that lets industry users create and space plan projects in 2D, then at the click of a button they can switch to 3D to fully decorate and accessorize the space. The goal of the complete overhaul was to make it easier to navigate, be more informative and to bring forward special features of the program that could previously only be viewed when logged in. New features include a new Design Showroom section that lets users showcase and even share their designs. An automatic and customizable ‘tear sheet’ presentation report has also been added which details all desired items with images, descriptions and materials used.
“We have so many cool things in 3Dream that were hidden from view – unless you were logged in,” said Ross Barlett, CEO of ViewIT Technologies. “This new look and feel goes a long way in showing industry professionals what amazing things 3Dream is capable of”, he added.
The site was created internally by the 3Dream development team and has already benefitted from increased web traffic, page views and free trial accounts registered.
3Dream is available to industry professionals starting at only $39 a month. Designers, retailers and manufacturers are invited to sign up for a free 30-day trial account. To register online, visit www.3Dream.net, or call 1-800-449-9984 for information.
About ViewIT Technologies, Inc.
Best known for The Board™ Space Planning Systems, ViewIT Technologies has designed and manufactured quality sales and presentation tools for interior professionals for over 16 years. Building strong relationships in the design community has been the primary focus of founders Ross and Donna Barlett, and in doing so they recognized the industry’s need for flexible, easy-to-use tools that help the design professional become more efficient and profitable. Their latest offering is 3Dream.net – an online 3D design and sales tool.
Contact Information:
Sandra McClure - Director of Sales
Tel: 905-639-8609
Fax: 905-639-9909
sandra@spaceplanning.com
www.viewittech.com


