Just a little experimenting with the lighting. This is a fantastic example of the potential of this software. Look at the mountains in the windows and the shadow the "sun" is casting into the room. SO Cool.
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This is the image of the background and how it's configured to cast the sun on the image and light through the window.
Dan you're right about the presentation of the design, in its wonderful glory; photo-realistic. That's helps in a huge way to sell the jobs without doubt.
There was one angel in the picture, but I guess it had better things to do than hang around listening to us...
I like to take a picture out the window of whatever the natural view is as well. Another tip, capture any artwork in the room (such as the Terry Redlin print above this mantle) and create a display cube that accurately represents it's WxHxD. Use the picture as the cubes image, and it looks incredibly life-like. Same thing for fireplaces, etc. (It's also an easy way to recreate a stone hearth/surround/chase.)
Yea I have to admit it is good techniques. I really like the idea for the art on the wall. If you can capture the clients artwork it will produce a fantastic display of talent.