## 3DNY - WEDNESDAY MAY 21, 2025

\*\*FIRST DRINK FREE \*\* SPONSOERED BY CHAOS\*\*
We are so grateful to Chaos for sponsoring our bar with the first drink free for the first 100 guests! They will also be offering surprise giveaways the night-of which you won't want to miss. See you soon 3DNY!

**WHAT:**
3DNY is a Networking community for the Architectural Visualization & Visual Effects industries, with speakers and time to chat, enjoy & have a drink with old & new friends in the industry. We explore related topics in animation, VR/AR/XR, AI, game design, metaverse technologies, traditional architecture, real estate trends, and excellence in interior design. We look forward to seeing you again - or to having you join us! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every *other* month :)

**WHERE:**
Lucky Jack's
129 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002
Downstairs, basement bar

**WHEN:**
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7 pm - 9 pm, or later

**WHO:**

**RICARDO ELOY**
**CHAOS, CGarchitect Editor**
***Rendering in Architectural Visualization: Past, Present & Future***

Join Ricardo Eloy for a data-driven look at the evolution of rendering in architectural visualization. Based on the latest industry surveys, this session will explore key trends, from offline rendering to real-time engines, AI, and cloud workflows. Discover the latest advancements shaping the industry and what the future holds for rendering technology in archviz.

*Ricardo is a Brazilian architect specializing in architectural visualization. With over 25 years of experience working with top studios across multiple countries, he now manages CGarchitect.com and hosts the Chaos Master Talk podcast, where he interviews leading 3D artists and industry experts.*

**LinkedIn** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardo-eloy/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardo-eloy/)
**Behance**: [https://www.behance.net/rickeloy](https://www.behance.net/rickeloy)

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**ALTAF GANIHAR**
**SNAPTRUDE: Founder & CEO**
***Future of Design Authoring***

Snaptrude is a modern design tool for the AEC industry which has raised over $22 million in venture funding from VCs like Accel and Foundamental. Altaf started out as a researcher in computer vision + geometry and worked on digitization of cultural heritage sites (UNSECO site of Hampi). He has since achieved multiple publications and patents in computer vision/graphics & geometry.

[https://snaptrude.com/](https://snaptrude.com/)

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**REEM MAKKAWI**
**Architecture & Technology Consultant**
***AI Workflows & The Power of the Image***

Reem Makkawi is a designer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist based in New York City, with expertise in planning, architecture, interior design, and computational design. She has led high-profile projects in cultural, hospitality, and workplace sectors, seamlessly integrating technology and sustainability into innovative spaces. Known for her AI-driven workflows and deep client understanding, Reem merges design excellence with civic advocacy.

As co-founder of furniturematch©, a nonprofit in development with support from IIDA, Reem is dedicated to creating social impact through design. She holds leadership roles at IIDA and The Architectural League NY, and serves as a design critic at top U.S. academic institutions. A graduate of UC Berkeley (BA in Architecture) and Columbia University (Master’s in Architecture), Reem is deeply committed to advancing the future of architecture through mentorship, research, and innovation.

Instagram:[ https://www.instagram.com/rmmakkawi/ ](https://www.instagram.com/rmmakkawi/)
LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rkmakkawi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rkmakkawi)
Newest venture (launching in June): [https://www.iidany.org/furniture-match](https://www.iidany.org/furniture-match)

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**We are so excited to host you!**
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Or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/100774739

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