[ridenho]

Thought I would start sharing some images.

Kitchens







Exteriors

[Bubbaloo]

I'd say some of the objects need more modeled detail (like the window frame). More beveled edges will help. The lighting could also be improved if you're looking for a magazine photo shoot type lighting. There are some dark spots.

[ridenho]

Thanks,

Any suggestions on interior lighting settings? I'm using the Sketchup plugin for the kitchen interiors and using EV at about 6. Are there better settings for interiors with natural lighting? I ran this to a SL of 20, probably going to have to increase that as well.

[hatts]

I don't actually think there's much to worry about re: interior lighting right now. The primary thing holding back realism is like Bubbaloo said, the detailing. Basically everything needs a bevel or two.

There are also some material oddities: the knife block is awkward, and the knives themselves, including the one on the cutting board, are a bit flat. The chairs in the second image seem to have no texture at all. Also the texture tiling is way too small and noticeable on the cabinets.

But like I said I don't think you're too far off on the interior lighting, looks pretty good IMHO.