AI Commercial Real Estate Images Guide
Complete guide to generating professional property visuals with AI in 2025
Read Main Guide →Select AI Tool to Learn About:
Midjourney: Architectural Concept Master
Best for: Concept Images & Building ExteriorsKey Features for Commercial Real Estate
Architectural Styles
Generate any architectural style from brutalist to contemporary
Urban Context
Create buildings in realistic urban environments and settings
Time of Day Control
Generate twilight, golden hour, night, or daytime scenes
Aspect Ratio Control
Perfect for social media, website headers, and presentations
Expert Prompts for Commercial Properties
Modern Office Building
modern glass office building, downtown financial district, twilight lighting, reflective windows, hyper-realistic, architectural photography, 8k, detailed materials, professional real estate marketing image --ar 16:9 --style raw
Industrial Warehouse
industrial warehouse complex, concrete and steel construction, large loading docks, afternoon sunlight, aerial drone view, commercial real estate, hyper-detailed, professional photography --ar 21:9
Mixed-Use Development
mixed-use commercial development, retail on ground floor with luxury apartments above, European street setting, pedestrians, outdoor dining, vibrant urban life, professional architectural visualization --ar 3:2
Cost Analysis
Midjourney Cost Calculator
DALL-E 3: Photorealistic Property Rendering
Best for: Photorealistic Images & Accurate DetailsWhy DALL-E 3 for Commercial Real Estate?
Text Accuracy
Exceptional at understanding and rendering architectural details
Precision Control
Fine-grained control over specific building elements and materials
Integration
Direct integration with ChatGPT for iterative refinement
Speed
Generate high-quality images in 10-20 seconds
DALL-E 3 Prompts That Work
High-End Retail Space
luxury retail store interior, marble floors, custom display fixtures, warm ambient lighting, high-end shopping environment, professional commercial photography, photorealistic, 8k resolution, detailed textures, no people
Medical Office Building
modern medical office building exterior, clean white facade, large windows, professional healthcare facility, sunny day, professional architectural photography, photorealistic, commercial real estate listing
Corporate Lobby
corporate office building lobby, double-height ceiling, reception desk with marble counter, modern furniture, indoor plants, natural light, professional interior photography, commercial space
Comparison Table: Midjourney vs DALL-E 3
| Feature | Midjourney | DALL-E 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Creative concepts, artistic rendering | Photorealism, accuracy |
| Cost per Image | $0.10 - $0.50 | $0.04 - $0.20 |
| Speed | 30-60 seconds | 10-20 seconds |
| Text Understanding | Good | Excellent |
| Style Control | More artistic freedom | More literal interpretation |
BoxBrownie AI: Virtual Staging Expert
Best for: Virtual Staging & Furniture PlacementVirtual Staging Workflow
1
Upload Empty Space
Take or upload a photo of the empty commercial space. Ensure good lighting and a wide-angle view.
2
Select Design Style
Choose from modern corporate, industrial chic, luxury retail, medical professional, or custom styles.
3
AI Staging
BoxBrownie AI automatically places appropriate furniture, decor, and finishes based on the space dimensions.
4
Review & Adjust
Review the staged images and request adjustments if needed. Get final high-resolution images.
Case Study: Office Transformation
Before & After: 5,000 sq ft Office Space
Commercial Success StoryClient: Commercial real estate broker in Chicago
Challenge: Vacant office space had been on the market for 8 months with no offers
Solution: Used BoxBrownie AI to create 3 different design concepts (modern tech, traditional corporate, creative agency)
24
Hours to stage
$240
Total cost
3
Offers received
45
Days to lease
Adobe Firefly: Professional Image Enhancement
Best for: Photo Editing & EnhancementEnhance Existing Property Photos
Sky Replacement
Replace dull skies with sunny or dramatic cloud formations
Landscaping Enhancement
Add lush greenery, trees, and plants to exterior shots
Window Views
Add realistic city views or landscapes through windows
Quality Enhancement
Improve image quality, remove noise, enhance details
Integration with Creative Cloud
Adobe Firefly integrates seamlessly with Photoshop and other Adobe Creative Cloud applications, allowing you to:
- Batch process multiple property photos
- Create consistent branding across marketing materials
- Generate variations for A/B testing
- Export in multiple formats for different platforms
Real Estate Marketing Workflow
1
Import Photos
Import property photos into Adobe Photoshop or directly into Firefly web interface
2
Basic Enhancements
Use Firefly to fix lighting, color balance, and remove imperfections
3
Add Elements
Generate and add missing elements like landscaping, sky improvements, or interior details
4
Final Touches
Add branding, text overlays, and prepare images for different marketing channels
Your AI Tool Strategy
For New Developments
Use Midjourney for concept images before construction starts
For Existing Properties
Use BoxBrownie for staging and Adobe Firefly for enhancement
For Marketing Materials
Combine all tools to create a complete visual package