Radiance Integrations

Rayfront is an adaptable toolkit designed to work across different platforms, featuring an intuitive graphical interface tailored for the lighting simulation software Radiance. It can be utilized as an add-on to applications such as Autocad or Intellicad, alongside the 3Dsolar building modeler, or it can operate as a standalone tool. Radiance is recognized as the leading raytracing engine in the market, valued for its ability to provide physically precise lighting simulations. While Radiance is available for free through LBNL, it is tools like Rayfront that empower regular users to access its functionalities effortlessly on personal devices and within local networks. Additionally, Rayfront supports a diverse range of CAD and modeling software, accommodating all DXF file formats and including translators for various other data types. Users can choose from either a free or commercial geometry modeler that meets their specific requirements, ensuring a reliable method for integrating its output data with Rayfront. This adaptability significantly enhances the architectural and lighting design process, making Rayfront an essential tool for professionals aiming to elevate their design projects. With its robust features and compatibility, Rayfront simplifies complex tasks, allowing users to focus on creativity and innovation in their work.