What is a 360 panorama in Coohom?

A 360 panorama is an immersive spherical image that lets viewers look around a room in all directions by dragging their mouse or tilting their phone. It gives the sensation of standing inside the room.

Can I share 360 panoramas with clients?

Yes. Coohom generates a shareable link that opens the panorama in any web browser. No special software or VR headset is required. Clients can view it on desktop, tablet, or phone.

Is 360 panorama rendering free?

Free accounts can create a limited number of 360 panoramas per month. Paid plans unlock more panoramas and higher resolution options.

Can I view Coohom panoramas in VR?

Yes. Coohom panorama links are compatible with most VR headsets including Oculus Quest and Google Cardboard. Open the link in the VR browser for a fully immersive experience.

How do I choose the best camera position for a panorama?

Place the camera in the center of the room at standing eye height (about 5-5.5 feet). Avoid positioning too close to walls or furniture. The center gives the most balanced 360-degree view.

Can I link multiple panoramas together?

Yes. On paid plans, you can create a multi-room tour by linking panoramas together with clickable hotspots. Viewers click arrows or dots to move between rooms.

What resolution are Coohom panoramas?

Standard panoramas are rendered at a resolution sufficient for smooth viewing on most devices. Paid plans offer higher resolution options for detailed close-up viewing.

How long does a panorama render take?

360 panoramas typically take 2-5 minutes to render because they capture a full spherical image, which is more data than a single-direction render.

How to Create a 360° Panorama in Coohom (Full Walkthrough)

A 360-degree panorama transforms your interior design from a flat image into an immersive experience. Clients can look around the entire room by dragging their mouse or tilting their phone, feeling as though they are standing inside the space. Coohom makes creating these panoramas straightforward, and this tutorial covers every step from camera placement to sharing the final result.

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Quick Answer

360 panoramas let viewers look around a room in all directions.
Place the camera in the room center at eye height for the best result.
Renders take 2-5 minutes due to full spherical capture.
Share via link that works on any device including VR headsets.
Link multiple panoramas for a multi-room virtual tour (paid plans).

What Is a 360° Panorama?

A 360-degree panorama is a photorealistic spherical image that captures an entire room from a single point in all directions: up, down, left, right, forward, and behind. When viewed in a web browser or VR headset, the viewer can drag or tilt to look around freely, creating the sensation of being physically present in the space.

In the context of interior design, 360 panoramas are incredibly valuable for client presentations. Instead of showing a client a few static renders from specific angles, you give them the ability to explore the room on their own terms. This builds confidence in the design and often reduces the number of revision requests because clients feel they have a complete understanding of the space.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Step 1: Complete Your 3D Scene

Because a panorama captures every angle, every part of the room must be finished. Check all walls have materials applied, furniture is positioned correctly, lighting is set up, and there are no gaps or incomplete areas. Unlike a standard render where you can frame out imperfections, a panorama shows everything.

Step 2: Position the Panorama Camera

Click "Panorama" in the render toolbar or go to Render > 360 Panorama. A camera icon appears in the 3D view. Drag it to the center of the room you want to capture. Adjust the height to about 5 feet (typical standing eye level). The camera should be equidistant from all walls for a balanced view. Avoid placing it directly next to large furniture that could dominate the foreground.

Step 3: Set the Default View Direction

Rotate the camera to set the initial direction viewers will see when the panorama loads. Point it toward the most impressive feature of the room, like a feature wall, a window with a view, or a beautifully styled area. This first impression matters because it is what viewers see before they start exploring.

Step 4: Render the Panorama

Click "Start Render." Select your preferred resolution. The panorama will take 2-5 minutes to process because it is rendering a full 360-degree spherical image. You can continue working in the editor while it processes. You will receive a notification when the panorama is ready.

Step 5: Preview and Share

Once rendered, click "Preview" to open the panorama in your browser. Drag to look around and verify the quality from all angles. Click "Share" to generate a public link. This link works on any device without installing software. On phones, viewers can use gyroscope tilting for a natural experience.

Step 6: Link Multiple Rooms (Optional)

On paid plans, you can create panoramas for multiple rooms and link them into a virtual tour. After rendering panoramas for each room, go to "Tour Settings" and add navigation hotspots. Place clickable arrows near doorways so viewers can move between rooms, creating a seamless walkthrough experience.

Common Mistakes & Fixes

Camera too close to a wall: This makes one direction look distorted and crowded. Always center the camera in the room.
Unfinished ceiling visible: Viewers can look up in a panorama. Make sure the ceiling has proper materials, light fixtures, and no gaps.
Default view pointing at a plain wall: Set the initial view direction toward the room's best feature, not a blank wall or closet door.

Pro Tips for Better Results

Add details in every direction: artwork on walls, styled shelves, plants in corners. A panorama exposes bare areas that single renders can hide.
Use warm lighting for residential panoramas. Viewers spend more time exploring panoramas with inviting atmospheres.
Test on mobile devices before sending to clients. The gyroscope experience on phones is the most natural way to view 360 panoramas.

Export Options

Shareable link: Works on any browser, phone, or VR headset without downloads.
Equirectangular image: Download the raw 360 image for use in other platforms or VR applications.
Virtual tour: Linked multi-room tours with navigation hotspots (paid plans).

Troubleshooting

Panorama looks blurry

You may have selected a lower resolution. Re-render at a higher resolution setting. Also, ensure your scene has adequate lighting since dark scenes can appear grainy.

Navigation hotspots not appearing

Hotspot linking is a paid feature. Verify your plan includes virtual tour capabilities. Make sure you have rendered panoramas for all rooms you want to link.

Alternatives

Matterport: Professional 3D scanning and virtual tour platform. Better for real spaces but requires hardware.
Kuula: Simple 360 photo hosting platform. Works with any equirectangular image including Coohom exports.
Homestyler: Offers 360 panorama rendering with a simpler interface but fewer material options.

Full details on our alternatives page.