What is a virtual design center?

A virtual design center is an interactive online platform that replaces physical design studios. Homebuyers use it to customize and visualize their selections — like flooring, countertops, cabinets, and fixtures — in photorealistic 3D environments that look exactly like the finished home.

How much can builders save using a virtual design center?

Builders typically save $250,000 or more per sales center by eliminating physical model suites. This includes savings on model home construction ($150K–$400K), reduced sample inventories, a smaller sales center footprint, and lower maintenance costs.

Can customers buy homes without seeing a physical model?

Yes. Many Aareas clients achieve 100% virtual pre-sales success. The photorealistic environments are detailed enough that buyers can see exactly how materials and finishes will look. Builders using Aareas consistently outsell competitors with traditional model homes by 3-to-1.

What types of builders does Aareas work with?

Aareas serves the entire housing industry: production home builders, custom home builders, manufactured and modular housing companies, multi-family developers, and master-planned community developers. Solutions scale from 10 homes per year to 1,000+.

About Us

Aareas is a PropTech company that focuses on creating epic home-buying experiences. Our platform allows people to shop, purchase, and make selections using photorealistic virtual homes, communities, and virtual design centers, online or in person.

We understand the importance of engaging with potential home buyers both in person and online. As buyers shift to digital, they expect speed, better service and 1:1 interaction with brands. That is why we strive to make the home purchase journey as easy and convenient as possible. We incorporate a number of solutions throughout the whole home-selling process. 35+ years ago, we pioneered renderings and walkthroughs. Today, we build epic experiences, making the home-buying process simple and stress-free for people of all ages.

3D architectural rendering of a modern glass condo tower in Toronto with the CN Tower visible at dusk

3D rendering of a modern glass condo tower and surrounding city streetscape in daytime

3D rendering of an illuminated condo tower at night with a dramatic lightning storm over the city

Award Winning Projects

Over the years Aareas has won multiple awards and has continued to be recognized for our illustrious ability to generate quality renderings and premium services.

Our team at Aareas is proud to still be an industry leader and to have some of the most acclaimed work in the industry.

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Latest Release

CondoNow is the newest offering from Aareas Interactive. Launched in 2012, CondoNow offers an easy, convenient and centralized online resource where Buyers, Investors and Agents can get all of the required information on new condos to make informed buying decisions.

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Client Testimonials

Trusted By Many Builders And Developers Across North America

Our solutions have helped clients across North America sell billions of dollars in real estate while saving hundreds of millions in construction, sales and marketing costs.

“Aareas VDC Pro has completely revolutionized how we conduct design appointments in our business, elevating and distinguishing the experience over our competitors. It is the keystone and an integral part of our customer service strategy ensuring that our business can meet and exceed the needs and expectations of our customers in a rapidly changing retail and customer service industry.”

Jim Stoops, Tridel

“Over the years Aareas has played a major role in revolutionizing how we pre-sale homes. Prior to 1994 we relied largely on physical suites – but since that time we have used100% virutal suites. The elimination of physical suites has saved us on average $250,000 per sales centre and ultimately reduced sales centre construction costs substantially. Additionally, we benefited from smaller sales centres which allows us to strategically position our sales centres on prime real estate and off-site locations.”

Tridel

“Based on our current sales rate, we know for a fact that customers are abe to understand the product they are buying and are willing to enter a contract with us without ever touring a model home. At the outset, our enitre team was a bit hesitant about the investment such a project requires. Up to this point it’s easy to say that the step of faith was onevery worthy of taking. In the month of February, we outsold the other “established” lines in Centennial that use fuly merchandised models
almost 3 to1.”

The Estridge Companies

“We have thoroughly enjoyed working together with Aareas on our most recent projects. Aareas has always worked towards our deadlines with enthusiasm and commitment to providing us with the highest quality product possible. I this crazy business Aareas has brought a certain levity to the table which has been appreciated.”

Menkes

“The previous success of your company and your professionalism throughout the process convinces us that we should take the plunge.”

Mary Boorman, Pinnacle Vice President Sales & Marketing

“The virtual reality presentation is a very impressive sales tool and is invaluable when it comes to closing the deal.”

William Harkins, President Bay Communities

“In our particular industry we do an awful lot of presale, and we do it without model suites. Aareas has really helped us in terms of how we market our product.”

Jim Ritchie, Tridel