> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.laiout.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.laiout.co/whats-new/july-2026.md).

# July 2026

A summary of everything new in laiout this month. AI Renders generated straight from your 2D floor plan, and more control over the custom materials in your cost tiers.

## New features

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**AI Renders from 2D - Render straight from your 2D plan**

Generate AI Renders directly from your 2D floor plan, without switching into the 3D view first. Add a camera, preview the scene it will capture, and render from there.

[See Generating AI Renders](/visualising-your-space/generating-ai-renders.md)
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## Improvements

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**Edit Custom Materials - Update your materials anytime**

Edit a custom material after you have created it. Update its name, cost, or CO2 value at any point, and every layout using that material reflects the change.

[See Materials, Costs & CO2](/organisation-settings/materials-costs-co2.md)
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*AI Renders is an optional add-on to your laiout subscription.*