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GuidesFeb 23, 20263 min read

Workflow: From 3D Model Base Image to a Cinematic Video

Turn simple 3D models into high-quality, cinematic videos with just a few steps.

Egesu EsentürkVisuals and Social Media
Photoreal triptych render of a brick residential building with flowing curved balconies.

Creating a professional architectural walkthrough usually takes days of rendering and complex camera pathing. But what if you could go from a simple 3D base model to a cinematic video in just a few smart steps?

In this guide, I’ll show you the ultimate Rendair AI workflow to transform your raw 3D models into high-quality, animated render videos.

Step 1: Open Rendair AI and Go to Chat

Go to 👉 Rendair AI

Open the Rendair AI Chat Tool.

Rendair dark UI screenshot showing chat bubble highlighted and search prompt with model thumbnails.

Step 2: Upload Your Base 3D Model Image

Rendair workspace screenshot with blurred thumbnails, Add Image icon and 3D model preview.

Step 3: Send the Prompt

Select a Model, in this case I will use Nano Banana Pro and enter the prompt.

“Modern building, curved brick balconies and distinct cylindrical stairwell with smooth flowing brick architecture. large windows, realistic brick texture, and natural daylight. urban contemporary architectural style with harmonius shapes and shadow play.”
Rendair screenshot: prompt panel with 3D building thumbnail and arrow at 'Nano Banana Pro'.

You will receive a high-quality realistic visualization of the building.

Photoreal render of a curving brick apartment building with rounded balconies in Rendair UI.

Step 4: Generate Images From Different Perspectives.

To create a video that feels like a drone flying around your building, we need to achieve consistent visuals. This is incredibly easy with Rendair AI! Just upload your rendered image to the chat and enter this prompt:

“See this building from different angle.”
Cinematic 3D render screenshot showing a curved brick apartment facade in a dark UI.

Repeat this step a few times. If you want to focus on a specific point, be sure to mention it clearly in your prompt. For example, if you want to capture a view of the entrance, use this prompt:

“Close up view of entrance of this building.”
Photoreal render of curving brick building entrance shown in a dark UI workflow screenshot

You will get this kind of images:

Four-panel photoreal exterior views of a curved brick apartment building with rounded balconies.

Step 5: Create the 3D Model to Rendered Image Video

First, we will create a transition video from the 3D model view to the main rendered image.

  1. Go to the Video tab
  2. You will see two frames to upload
  3. Add your 3D model image
  4. Add your main rendered image
  5. Click “Motion Preset”
  6. Choose “Dynamic Motion” to a more polished transition
  7. Generate
Rendair app screenshot showing Image-to-Video UI with orange step labels and Add Motion Presets dialog.

Step 5: Create Like A Drone Flying Video

To create a video that feels like a drone flying around your building, upload images to the Video Tool step by step. Repeat this action for the entire set of visuals.

This time, choose “Cinematic Drone” from Motion Preset.
Cinematic photoreal renders of a curved brick apartment building with rounded balconies.

Bonus Step: Floor Transition Video

To create a video showing the floors rising from the 1st floor to the finished building, upload the first floor of your 3D model and the final version to the Video Tool. Then, enter this prompt:

“The building should rise from the ground floor upwards. All floors should be constructed individually, starting from the ground upwards.”

Final Result

Check final result in Instagram

Curved brick multi-story building photoreal render with wave-like balconies and a play icon

Conclusion

Transforming a static 3D model into a professional, moving story has never been this accessible. By following this workflow, you move beyond simple visualization, you provide a cinematic experience that highlights the scale, detail, and emotion of your design. From cinematic drone-style shots to step-by-step construction reveals, Rendair AI provides the tools you need to make your projects truly stand out.

Ready to see your designs in motion? 👉 Open Rendair AI and create your first rendered video today!

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