Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In today’s video, I'm putting Google's newest AI model, Nano Banana 2, head-to-head against Nano Banana Pro. Is the cheaper and faster version actually better for architecture and interior design workflows?
• Sign up for ChatLLM: chatllm.abacus.ai/ndv
• Courses: https://nunosilva.pt
• Best PBR Materials: poliigon.com/nunosilva
I run my top 5 architecture tasks through both models to see which one comes out on top. Everything was generated using the ChatLLM app by AbacusAI, which gives you access to the best AI models in one platform for just $10 a month.
What I tested:
1️⃣ Viewport screenshots to realistic renders
2️⃣ Environment building
3️⃣ Changing the time of day
4️⃣ Changing seasons
5️⃣ Converting 3D perspectives into 2D floor plans & elevations
🔗 Links mentioned in the video:
Watch my deep dive into Nano Banana Pro here: youtu.be/GMD_vn7OWKI
Nano Banana for Architecture is CRAZY!: youtu.be/HSe_cXEBD-k
Interior Rendering for Beginners Step-by-Step Tutorial - From Zero to Hero: youtu.be/8fY-eKErZ7c
If you found this comparison helpful, don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe for more AI architecture workflows! Let me know in the comments which model you think won.
Timestamps
0:00 - Nano Banana 2 vs Nano Banana Pro
0:28 - Test 1: Viewport Screenshots to Realistic Renders (Exterior & Interior)
6:04 - Test 2: Environment Building & Asset Integration
7:44 - Test 3: Changing the Time of Day
9:22 - Test 4: Changing Seasons
11:23 - Test 5: 3D Perspectives to 2D Floor Plans
12:51 - Final Verdict: Which AI model is better?
#archviz #NanoBananaPro #AIArchitecture #AbacusAI #Rendering #SketchUp #architecture
In today’s video, I'm putting Google's newest AI model, Nano Banana 2, head-to-head against Nano Banana Pro. Is the cheaper and faster version actually better for architecture and interior design workflows?
• Sign up for ChatLLM: chatllm.abacus.ai/ndv
• Courses: https://nunosilva.pt
• Best PBR Materials: poliigon.com/nunosilva
I run my top 5 architecture tasks through both models to see which one comes out on top. Everything was generated using the ChatLLM app by AbacusAI, which gives you access to the best AI models in one platform for just $10 a month.
What I tested:
1️⃣ Viewport screenshots to realistic renders
2️⃣ Environment building
3️⃣ Changing the time of day
4️⃣ Changing seasons
5️⃣ Converting 3D perspectives into 2D floor plans & elevations
🔗 Links mentioned in the video:
Watch my deep dive into Nano Banana Pro here: youtu.be/GMD_vn7OWKI
Nano Banana for Architecture is CRAZY!: youtu.be/HSe_cXEBD-k
Interior Rendering for Beginners Step-by-Step Tutorial - From Zero to Hero: youtu.be/8fY-eKErZ7c
If you found this comparison helpful, don't forget to hit the like button and subscribe for more AI architecture workflows! Let me know in the comments which model you think won.
Timestamps
0:00 - Nano Banana 2 vs Nano Banana Pro
0:28 - Test 1: Viewport Screenshots to Realistic Renders (Exterior & Interior)
6:04 - Test 2: Environment Building & Asset Integration
7:44 - Test 3: Changing the Time of Day
9:22 - Test 4: Changing Seasons
11:23 - Test 5: 3D Perspectives to 2D Floor Plans
12:51 - Final Verdict: Which AI model is better?
#archviz #NanoBananaPro #AIArchitecture #AbacusAI #Rendering #SketchUp #architecture
