KARLSRUHE, Germany, Feb 21, 2025 – Chaos has announced that it has acquired EvolveLAB, a developer of AI software created to modernize visualization, generative design, documentation, and interoperability for AEC professionals. With this acquisition, Chaos reinforces design-to-visualization workflows while expanding to include tools for BIM automation, AI-driven ideation, and computational design.
Founded in 2015, EvolveLAB was the first to integrate generative AI technology into architectural modeling software, demonstrating the potential of mixing imaginative prompts with 3D geometry. Through its flagship software before expanding into smart documentation and generative design. Customers like Cuningham, Störmer Murphy and Partners, H2I, LS3P and TVS Design use these tools to a large extent, cutting costs and delays across the design process.
EvolveLAB is the latest toolset in the Chaos ecosystem that serves as the only end-to-end hub for design and visualization in the AEC industry. This setup simplifies workflows by integrating concept creation, real-time visualization, realistic rendering, generative design, and automated AI documentation into one environment. Users no longer need to juggle multiple disconnected tools. This system can apply technology at each design phase, allowing for effective problem-solving. The EvolveLAB tools now join powerful technology like Enscape, Envision, Corona, V-Ray, and Vantage, extending Chaos’ growing AI offerings.
“With EvolveLAB now part of Chaos, the company solidifies its position as the go-to platform for architects, designers and VFX artists looking to seamlessly transform imagination into reality,” said Stephan Sieber, chief executive officer at Chaos. “EvolveLAB’s tools have already been embraced by the community for their thoughtful designs and ability to streamline cumbersome processes. Together, we’ll continue to develop these tools, creating even better ways to ideate, enhance and generate custom designs.”
“Chaos is known throughout this industry as a designer-centric company, which is a must for anyone we work with,” said Bill Allen, CEO of EvolveLAB. “By joining forces, we can fast track our AI developments, while adding an important new component to Chaos’ immersive design hub, which will help designers do even more in one place.”
Even before the acquisition, designers relied on combining EvolveLAB and Chaos tools, using Veras and Enscape to accelerate design and reviews. In the schematic design phase, this means generating ideas in Veras before committing the design to BIM, where Enscape’s real-time visualization capabilities push the project even further. Enscape visuals are enhanced or styled during client reviews using Veras’ AI tools, producing ideal content for presentations.
“Over a year ago, we began exploring AI tools to speed up our workflows and were excited to discover Veras, a solution specifically designed for AEC that seamlessly integrates with host platforms,” said Hanns-Jochen Weyland of Störmer Murphy and Partners, an award-winning architectural practice based in Hamburg, Germany. “Veras is now our go-to for initial ideation before transitioning to renderings in Enscape. This powerful combination accelerates concept development and ensures reliable outcomes.”
“At Cuningham, we integrate EvolveLAB’s Veras and Glyph alongside Chaos’ Enscape to enhance our design process,” said Joseph Bertucci, senior project design technologist of Cuningham, an integrated design firm with offices across the United States. “Using both Enscape and Veras allows us to visualize, iterate and explore design concepts in real-time while leveraging AI-driven enhancements for rapid refinement. Meanwhile, Glyph has been a game-changer for auto-documentation, enabling us to efficiently generate views and drawing sets, saving valuable time in project setup. These tools collectively streamline our workflows, boosting efficiency, precision and creativity.”
Chaos and the EvolveLAB teams are exploring ways to integrate their products and accelerate their AI roadmaps. EvolveLAB products will remain available to customers. The EvolveLAB team will join Chaos, with Allen serving as director of product management and EvolveLAB chief technology officer Ben Guler as director of software development.
Source: Chaos
About Chaos
Chaos is a developer of advanced computer graphics software specializing in 3D rendering, real-time visualization, and simulation tools. Founded in 1997 by Peter Mitev and Vladimir Koylazov, the company serves industries such as media, entertainment, architecture, engineering, and construction. Notable products include V-Ray, a renowned rendering engine honored with an Academy Award and an Engineering Emmy, and Enscape, a real-time rendering and virtual reality plugin. Other noteworthy products are Corona, a high-performance photorealistic rendering engine; Anima, a 3D/4D animation software to add realistic people and crowds to visualizations; and Cylindo, a 3D furniture product visualization platform for e-commerce. Headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, and Sofia, Bulgaria, Chaos has expanded its global presence, employing over 700 professionals across 11 offices worldwide. In 2022, the company merged with Enscape and acquired Cylindo, further broadening its product portfolio. As of January 2025, Chaos reported an annual revenue of approximately $750 million.
About EvolveLAB
EvolveLAB, founded in 2015, is a technology-driven firm headquartered in Boulder, CO, specializing in building information modeling (BIM) and computational design solutions for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. The company offers a suite of software applications, including Veras, Glyph, Morphis, Helix, and Bento, designed to enhance workflows in AI ideation, auto-documentation, generative design, interoperability, and productivity. In addition to its software products, EvolveLAB provides services such as BIM management, Revit training, and consulting to optimize design and construction processes. With a team of approximately 9 employees, the company is dedicated to innovating building design, construction, and operationthrough advanced technology and building information management. As of July 2024, EvolveLAB reported annual revenue between $1 million and $5 million.
