Ramsha Noaman on how she uses V-Ray to bring emotion and realism to designs

Ramsha Noaman is an architect and interior designer based in Lahore, Pakistan. Through her studio, Atelier Design by Ramsha, and the Upwork platform, she partners with clients across the globe who connect with her goal of creating spaces that feel “soulful and balanced.”

Whether it’s working on cozy residential interiors or commercial interiors, visualization is her favorite stage—the part of the process where her design ideas gain mood, depth, and story. To convey both function and feeling, Ramsha relies on V-Ray for SketchUp. “I love seeing ideas come to life before they’re built,” she says. “And that’s where V-Ray became such an important tool for me. It allows me to capture atmosphere, depth, and the kind of light that tells a story.”

In this Q&A, Ramsha explains why V-Ray is her renderer of choice, how it fits into her workflow, and why Light Mix is her go-to feature—alongside a selection of her photoreal renders.

Why did you choose V-Ray for architectural visualization?

I experimented with a few rendering tools early on, but V-Ray stood out because it gives me complete control, realism and consistency. The balance between creative freedom and technical accuracy is what makes it special. It also integrates so seamlessly with SketchUp that it feels like part of my design process, not a separate step. I can stay in that creative flow while testing different lighting moods or material finishes without breaking rhythm.

What is your typical workflow, and how does V-Ray fit in?

My process usually starts with a quick massing in SketchUp to get the proportions and flow right. Once that foundation is set, I start layering in details, first the detailed modelling and then materials, lighting, textures, and mood. That’s when V-Ray really takes over. It’s what turns my 3D model into something alive. I use it to explore how light interacts with materials, how a soft ray of sunlight hits a curtain, or how a floor reflects the evening glow. It helps me make creative decisions confidently and refine every element until the design feels right.

How does V-Ray for SketchUp help you communicate ideas with clients?

Most of my clients aren’t designers, so it’s not easy for them to visualize a plan or a 3D model. V-Ray bridges that gap perfectly. It helps me show not just what a space will look like, but what it will feel like to be there. When I send a render that captures the right mood, the warmth of light, the material textures, the ambience, clients instantly connect with it. They can sense the story behind the design, and that makes collaboration so much easier.

Do you have a favorite V-Ray feature?

Definitely! I love Light Mix, it’s one of my absolute favorites. Being able to adjust light intensity and color temperature after rendering has changed the way I work. It saves time and gives me freedom to experiment with ambience and tone. And of course, V-Ray’s material realism is unbeatable. The way it handles reflections and global illumination adds that cinematic depth I always aim for in my renders.

Here are some images where I played with Light Mix features:

Any final thoughts on using V-Ray?

V-Ray has completely shaped how I visualize and present design. It’s more than just a rendering tool; it’s like painting with light, it's like putting a soul in my designs. For me, every image tells a story. Whether it’s a calm morning light or a cozy evening scene, V-Ray helps me capture that feeling. It’s been a big part of my growth as a designer and visual storyteller.

See more of Ramsha’s work on Behance, take her Architectural Visualization with V-Ray course on Domestika, or follow her on LinkedIn.