Version 4.0.48671 · May 6, 2026 · All Users
VORTEK Spaces’s early May update introduces new depth-of-field controls directly in viewpoints, expanded .dxf support for legacy 2020 Design exports, and a new student license program. This update also delivers important stability and reliability improvements across video animations, imports, and project reload.
What’s New in VORTEK Spaces?
| Area | What Changed |
|---|---|
| 🎬 Viewpoint Customization | Depth of field can now be defined per video viewpoint. |
| 👤 Student License Program | New student license available through partner educational institutions. |
| 📥 DXF Import | Support for legacy .dxf exports from older 2020 Design versions. |
| ⚙️ Improved Import System | Improved handling of curved geometry and optimized .glb imports. |
| 🐛 Bug Fixes and Improvements | Improved stability across video animations, imports, and project reload. |
Depth of Field in Video Viewpoints
You can now control depth of field directly from your video viewpoints — no workaround required. Right-click any viewpoint, select Depth of Field, and define the focus distance and blur intensity for that specific moment in your walkthrough.
During recording, blur transitions smoothly from one viewpoint to the next based on each viewpoint’s settings. The result is a more cinematic, professional video experience without any post-production editing.
This feature is perfect for designers and woodworkers creating client walkthrough videos, especially when highlighting focal elements such as custom islands, cabinet walls, or built-in storage systems.
What Is the New Student License?
A dedicated student license is now available through select partner educational institutions. Students gain access to most VORTEK Spaces features for coursework and academic projects.
- The license is provided through partner school agreements.
- A “Student Version” banner is displayed in the application, including during video recording.
- For this license, the VORTEK Spaces branding cannot be removed from videos.
What Import Improvements Are Included?
Improved Import System
- Cabinet Vision: Curved shapes and arches now render and fill correctly.
- 2020 Design: Legacy versions of
.dxfexports are now supported. - .glb files: Import performance has been optimized.
.vokpkg Import Reliability
Shared library items from “My Models” or “My Materials” now load faster when importing .vokpkg files. An issue preventing some shared assets from being added has also been fixed.
How Have Video Animations Improved?
Some improvements have been made to improve the in-app video editing process for users creating creating multi-step video walkthroughs and demos:
- Chained animations now play more smoothly and reliably.
- Resolved an issue causing certain models to shift position when saving projects with video animations.
Other Fixes & Improvements
- Resolved a critical issue affecting project reassociation with CAD source files.
- Improved clarity of offline connection notifications.
- Fixed auto-login issues related to uppercase account names.
- Animated ceiling fan models now cast moving shadows.
- Other fixes: lighting properties saving, square brand image display,
.exrbackground previews, brand intro and outro updates, and overall stability improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does depth of field work?
Right-click a viewpoint, select Depth of Field, and define focus distance and blur intensity. Transitions occur automatically during video recording.
Who qualifies for the student license?
Students enrolled in partner educational institutions. For further information, contact us directly.
Can I import DXF files from older 2020 Design versions?
Yes. Legacy .dxf exports from older 2020 Design versions are now supported.
Can I try VORTEK Spaces for free?
Yes. VORTEK Spaces offers a free trial — no credit card required. Start your free trial →
How do I update to VORTEK Spaces?
Download the latest version directly from your VORTEK Spaces application, or check for updates on the VORTEK Spaces Microsoft Store page.
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Version 4.0.47439.0 March 19, 2026 · All Users
VORTEK Spaces’s March 2026 update, released on March 19, 2026, brings a long-requested feature to cabinet makers, woodworkers, and designers: the ability to replace CAD-imported models — appliances, cabinets, and more — with assets from the VORTEK Spaces library. This update also includes a redesigned project browser, improved VR mirror rendering, and targeted bug fixes across the platform.
What’s New in VORTEK Spaces?
| What’s new ? | What Changed |
|---|---|
| 🆕 CAD 3D model replacement | Swap CAD-imported models with library assets. |
| 🎨 Project Browser Overhaul | Redesigned working directory: clearer folders, projects & designs. |
| 🖥️ Interface Improvements | License expiry alerts, trial watermarks, material SKUs & more. |
| 🥽 Improved Virtual Reality Experience | Sharper mirror rendering, new performance settings, smarter defaults. |
| ⚡ Performance Improvements | Faster viewpoint list loading, auto-removal of duplicate lights. |
| 🐛 Bug Fixes | Cutout models, ClosetPro import, camera position, material renaming & more. |
How Does CAD-imported Model Replacement Work ?
The headline feature of this update is now live: Collada model replacement.
Upon importing a project from a CAD platform — Cabinet Vision, SketchUp, Mozaik, ClosetPro, or others — you can now swap any model in that project (appliances, fridges, cabinets, etc.) with models from the VORTEK Spaces library. Previously, only VORTEK Spaces models were replaceable. Now, all models are included.
How to use it:
- Enable Expert Mode in VORTEK Spaces. This is done by going into the Settings > Advanced tab.
- Open your model list.
- Click the replacement mode button at the bottom right of the list — you’ll now be able to select all models from your imported CAD project, alongside your VORTEK Spaces models.
- Once a project model is clicked, select any model from the list to replace it.
- To restore the original, delete the replacement model — the original CAD version comes back automatically.
Collada element replacement is supported for all our officially supported file formats.
Note: Handle replacement is not included in this update.
Is the Project Browser Easier to Navigate?
Yes. The working directory list has been fully redesigned for clarity.
Working folders, projects, and designs are now visually distinct from one another. Projects are displayed in a way that clearly communicates that they contain multiple designs. If a project contains only one design, VORTEK Spaces now opens it automatically — saving you an extra click every time.
Additional improvements include:
- A breadcrumb navigation trail so you always know where you are in your folder hierarchy.
- A one-click button to create a working folder instantly if none is found — especially useful for new users setting up for the first time.
This redesign benefits all users, particularly designers managing multiple client projects across Cabinet Vision, SketchUp, ClosetPro, and other platforms.
What Interface Changes Should You Know About?
Several interface updates make daily use clearer and more reliable.
License & Account Management:
- A popup now appears when your license is approaching expiration, with a direct shortcut to the renewal page — so you’re never caught off guard.
- Account warning visuals (expired license, no internet connection) are more prominent and easier to read.
- Trial version now have distinctive visuals and watermarks.
- The invalid password error message now explicitly clarifies that your VORTEK Spaces password is separate from your website login — a frequent source of confusion.
Material & project Tools:
- Material SKUs are now displayed directly below material names in the material list.
- Expert Mode: Reflection probe dimensions (X, Y, Z) can now be adjusted using dedicated sliders.
- Expert Mode: The performance menu and FPS counter are now automatically hidden in fullscreen for a cleaner presentation view.
Video Renders:
- A new default VORTEK Spaces intro and outro video has been added.
What’s Improved in VR?
VR users will notice a sharper, more consistent experience in this update.
- Improved Mirror rendering — mirrors in VR mode are now more reflective.
- New settings under Settings > VR section give you additional control over VR performance and rendering quality.
- Project brightness in VR now uses a higher default value — the manual brightness slider has been removed in favor of this new value.
- The adjusted view is automatically disabled when VR is active, preventing the VR resolution to differ from the app’s view.
Performance & Stability Improvements
- Viewpoint list loading is faster, reducing delay and lag when opening the viewpoint list.
- During project loading, VORTEK Spaces now automatically removes duplicate lights placed at the same position — a common cause of rendering artifacts in complex projects.
Other Fixes & Improvements
This update resolves a number of issues reported by users:
- Fixed multiple artifact issues in cutout models (faucets, fireplaces, windows).
- Fixed an issue where some elements were not visible after importing ClosetPro projects.
- Fixed an issue preventing support requests from being sent after a project failed to open.
- Fixed a bug affecting the initial camera position in certain projects.
- Fixed a bug preventing materials from being renamed.
- Fixed a bug preventing the update notification banner from being dismissed.
- Improved particle model selection (showers, sinks, steam) to exclude particle effects from the selection itself.
- Other fixes: Various additional fixes across the interface, recording, buttons, lights, and Mozaik integration.
Note: .ogv material import is no longer supported.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is CAD 3D model replacement in VORTEK Spaces?
CAD 3D model replacement lets you replace any model from a CAD-imported project (appliances, cabinets, etc.) with a model from the VORTEK Spaces library. It requires Expert Mode and works with all supported file formats. Select a model from the list to replace it; delete the replacement to restore the original.
Q: Does VORTEK Spaces work with Cabinet Vision, SketchUp, and Mozaik?
Yes. VORTEK Spaces works with Cabinet Vision, Mozaik, SketchUp, 2020 Design, Microvellum, Chief Architect, CabWriter, CabMaster, and ClosetPro. Model replacement is compatible with all of these formats.
Q: Is handle replacement available in this update?
Handle replacement is not included in version 4.0.47439.0, but is planned to be released at a later time. Make sure to look back at our release notes to stay up to date.
Q: Is VORTEK Spaces available as a free trial?
Yes. VORTEK Spaces offers a free trial — no credit card required. Start your free trial →
Q: How do I update to VORTEK Spaces?
Download the latest version directly from your VORTEK Spaces application, or check for updates on the VORTEK Spaces Microsoft Store page.
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Version 4.0.46787.0 · February 26, 2026 · All Users
VORTEK Spaces’s February 26th. 2026 update focuses on stability and user experience improvements across video editing, menus, shortcuts, and animations — helping designers and cabinet makers work with greater confidence.
What’s New in VORTEK Spaces?
| Area | What Changed |
|---|---|
| 🎬 Modernized Video Introductions | Modernized introductions for cleaner presentations. |
| 🖌️ Customizable watermark color | Choose between a color or grayscale watermark. |
| 🎨 User Interface Improvements | Improved video animations menu, keyboard shortcut visuals & more. |
| ⚙️ Mozaik Import Stability | Fixed import failures when textures are missing and molding rendering. |
| 👤 User Profile | Added a new “Access my account” button to the user profile page. |
| 🐛 Bug fixes & Improvements | Resolved black artifacts in mirror reflections, new fuchsia default material & more. |
What’s New for Video Recording?
Modernized Video Introductions
The video introduction displaying the project name and author has been refreshed for a cleaner, more professional appearance — providing a cleaner and sharper first impression in presentation videos.
Color or Grayscale Watermark
Users with the Custom Branding Integration add-on can now choose whether their logo watermark appears in full color or grayscale, offering greater flexibility across different presentation styles.
Reorganized Video Customization Menu
Watermark and intro/outro settings are now grouped into dedicated sections, making video customization faster and more intuitive.
How Has the Interface Improved?
A few improvements have been made across the board to accommodate for a better readability and a smoother experience.
- Improved keyboard shortcut visuals for better readability.
- Cleaner context menus for viewpoints, animations, and project properties.
- Refined object animation menu with clearer animation type distinctions.
- Confirmation message when entering fullscreen mode.
- Mozaik import now restricts file selection to
.desfiles only.
What Mozaik Fixes Are Included?
Some critical fixes were added with this update:
- Missing textures no longer block imports: Mozaik projects with missing textures now import correctly.
- Molding rendering: Moldings are now displayed accurately in affected projects.
Important: Mozaik .des files cannot be shared between workstations. To share a project, export it as a .vokproj file instead.
Other Fixes & Improvements
- Resolved black artifacts in mirror reflections.
- Added the “Access my account” button to the user profile page.
- Fixed incorrect context menu options when right-clicking viewpoints.
- Incorrectly imported materials now appear in fuchsia with a warning.
- Invisible material properties can no longer be modified.
- Other fixes: minor fixes to the login page and 3D model import.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I update VORTEK Spaces?
Download the latest version directly from your VORTEK Spaces application, or check for updates on the VORTEK Spaces Microsoft Store page.
Q: Can I try VORTEK Spaces for free?
Yes. VORTEK Spaces offers a free trial — no credit card required. Start your free trial →
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Version 4.0.46306 · February 4, 2026 · All Users
VORTEK Spaces’s February 4th update delivers quality-of-life improvements for cabinet makers and designers. Highlights include improved Mozaik file import with right-click access, smoother day/night animations with a 10-second default duration, and new video recording controls.
Multiple rendering and workflow issues across Cabinet Vision, Imos, and PYTHA project integrations have also been resolved.
What’s New in VORTEK Spaces?
| Area | What Changed |
|---|---|
| ⚙️ Mozaik Support | Import Mozaik projects in one click from the projects page. Expanded support for piercers, moldings, and appliance imports. |
| 🌗 Day/Night Animation | Smoother reflections, a 10-second default duration, and a minimum sun temperature of 2000K. |
| 🎬 Video Recording | New viewpoint shortcuts and better reflection probe positioning. |
| 🐛 Bug Fixes and Improvements | Fixes for camera drift, Cabinet Vision light duplication, round mirror rendering, and more. |
How Does the Mozaik Integration Work Now?
Mozaik support in VORTEK Spaces has been meaningfully improved since its initial release. You can now right-click the import tile on the projects page to directly import a Mozaik .des file, without additional navigation.
When importing a Mozaik project, VORTEK Spaces automatically finds and displays all Mozaik projects found in your software’s working directory, helping you spend less time browsing and more time designing.
This update also improves the fidelity and stability of Mozaik projects imported in VORTEK. Piercer models such as sinks or curved counters, as well as moldings, and appliances should now be correctly displayed.
Smoother Day/Night Animation
The day/night animation, accessed by right-clicking the + besides a viewpoint, now displays smoother reflections across metallic surfaces and mirrors, reducing visual artifacts as lighting transitions from day to night.
The default animation duration has been extended to 10 seconds, bringing smoother and higher quality renders when you want to showcase how a space feels under different lighting conditions.
The minimum sun color temperature has also been lowered to 2000K, enabling warmer and more dramatic evening or sunset renders.
⚠️ Notice:
The option to add new sun animations has been removed. Existing sun animations are preserved, but new ones can no longer be added. we now recommend using the day/night animation as the standard approach for dynamic lighting.
What’s New for Video Recording Controls?
- Viewpoint list button: Open your full viewpoint list directly from the floating menu.
- Reflection probe positioning: Move a reflection probe to the current camera position in one click.
- DEL key support: Delete selected viewpoints using the Delete (DEL/SUPPR) key.
Other Fixes & Improvements
- Imos (.glb): Fixed independent floor and ceiling selection.
- Pytha (.glb): Improved default camera starting position.
- Project order: Projects from the legacy Spaces version (< 3.0) are now displayed in correct order.
- New material appearance sliders: Independent control for wainscoting and material detail level.
- Video branding: Fixed branding not applying to exported videos.
- Camera drift: Fixed unintended camera movement.
- Cabinet Vision lights: Fixed light duplication on project reload. This should improve stability and performances for CV imported projects.
- Round mirrors: Fixed a rendering artifact.
- Other fixes: Thumbnails, search, and wainscoting rendering improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the sun animation now?
Existing sun animations are preserved, but new ones can no longer be added. VORTEK Spaces now recommends using the “Day/Night Animation” for dynamic lighting in client presentations.
How does the improved Mozaik import work?
You can right-click the import tile on the projects page to import a Mozaik .des file directly. VORTEK Spaces also automatically displays all Mozaik projects found in your working directory.
Does VORTEK Spaces work with CAD software?
Yes. VORTEK Spaces supports SketchUp, AutoCAD, Cabinet Vision, Microvellum, 2020, Chief Architect, CabMaster, Pytha, ClosetPro, and most design softwares capable of exporting vector files.
Can I try VORTEK Spaces for free?
Yes. VORTEK Spaces offers a free trial — no credit card required. Start your free trial →
How do I update to VORTEK Spaces?
Download the latest version directly from your VORTEK Spaces application, or check for updates on the VORTEK Spaces Microsoft Store page.
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