Photorealistic visualizations that breathe life into your architectural projects

Created by an architect who understands design, intent, and how clients read space

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When the visuals fall short, the design is misunderstood

Architects and developers often struggle to communicate the true quality of a project when the visuals do not show the space, light, and materials with enough accuracy.

Clients hesitate, presentations lose clarity, and good ideas fail to stand out.

Strong visuals remove doubt and let the design speak for itself.

You’re not alone, and here’s how I can help

A man with glasses, a beard, and short brown hair standing against a plain light-colored wall, wearing a white t-shirt, with a tattoo on his left arm.

Hi, I’m Cătălin Sandu

An architect and interior designer who turned to architectural visualization after years of working directly with residential clients and developers. Architecture has always fascinated me, not just as finished buildings, but as stories shaped by space, light, and emotion. Some projects get built, others stay on paper. My work brings all of them to life.

Architectural visualization is not a technical step for me. It’s about capturing the essence of a space, interpreting proportion, material, and atmosphere in a way that feels honest. I want people to sense something when they look at an image: warm light on a facade, the calm of a remote cabin, or the clarity of a well-designed home.

This background shapes every rendering I create. Your work is seen and interpreted by someone who understands design logic, communicates fluently with architects, and respects the intention behind every project.

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Work that speaks for itself

  • A modern tiny house with black exterior walls, wooden accents, and a pitched roof, situated in a lush green yard surrounded by trees and shrubs, with two chairs and a soccer ball nearby.
  • Modern living room with a TV, a marble dining table, chairs, a gray armchair, a wooden TV stand, abstract painting, and large windows with blinds.
  • Modern black house with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and greenery, under partly cloudy sky.
  • Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, black marble countertops, and a matching backsplash, with a wooden floor and minimal decor.
  • Modern house with large glass windows and a wooden roof, surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery at dusk.
  • Interior of a modern restaurant with wooden tables and black chairs, large windows with blinds, a bar area with bottles on display, and decorative plants, lit by a geometric ceiling light.
  • Modern two-story house with a white facade, wooden accents, and a black window, surrounded by greenery, with a car parked in the driveway under a cloudy sky.
  • Modern bedroom with large window showing a green garden, beige upholstered bed with brown and white pillows, wall art, a beige armchair, a wooden sideboard with vases and flowers, and a wooden floor.
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What to expect from working with me

High-quality deliverables

Photorealistic renderings that bring your vision to life and resonate with clients and stakeholders.

Collaborative process

I take the time to understand your design so every image aligns with your goals and reflects the essence of the project.

Efficient turnaround

You get reliable delivery and a workflow that supports your schedule without compromising quality.

Versatile expertise

With a background in architecture and a deep understanding of visualization tools, I adapt to the needs and constraints of each project.

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Share a few project details and I will return with a clear timeline and cost estimate

Straightforward workflow

Share your project files

Drawings, 3D models, mood images, or site photos, whatever helps me understand the brief.

Receive a custom quote

You get a clear price, scope, and timeline based on the complexity of your project.

Preview and refine

You will receive early drafts for review so we can adjust composition, materials, or lighting before moving to final quality.

Get final high-resolution deliverables

Production-ready deliverables, sized and optimized for presentations, proposals, or marketing.

Testimonials

“Cătălin is not only an excellent 3D artist, but, perhaps more importantly, a superb communicator. He took the time to clearly articulate his questions, ensuring that all uncertainties were addressed and that the final images captured the tone I was aiming for. His attention to detail, combined with a seemingly intuitive grasp of composition and depth, gave me full confidence to work with him again.”

Ravi Handa, RHA

Ravi is a licensed architect based in Montreal, specializing in residential design, concept development, and construction administration. His practice is dedicated to what physical space makes us feel. Devoted to showcasing the inherent beauty of the natural environment, RHA aims for all projects to be graceful additions to the landscape.

“Working with Cătălin was a key part of building LifeEdited from the beginning.

He brought a thoughtful approach to design and a strong sense of visual storytelling to every project. Whether we were developing early concepts or finalizing presentation renderings, his input consistently clarified the design direction and strengthened the final result.

His ability to think spatially, solve tricky layout challenges, and communicate ideas through photorealistic renderings made him a trusted and essential part of our team for years.”

Graham Hill, The Carbonauts

A true O.G. with 25 years in the sustainability movement, Graham Hill is a leading serial entrepreneur. He founded TreeHugger.com in 2004, the groundbreaking green lifestyle blog that became the most trafficked of its kind and was acquired by Discovery in 2007. He later launched LifeEdited, a small living consultancy with projects featured on the cover of Dwell, in The New York Times, and in two main-stage TED talks with over 12 million views. He currently leads The Carbonauts, which delivers high-impact employee engagement workshops for Fortune 1000 companies.

Studio

14 Barbu Mumuleanu, 2nd floor, unit 15, Bucharest, 020543, RO

Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm

Phone
+40 730 051 127

Breaking Clouds is operated by SC Studio Cătălin Sandu SRL, a company registered in Romania

Company Registration no.: 47065103

European VAT ID: RO47559409

Trade Register no.: J40 / 21184 / 2022