Quick Start Guide
Get up and running with Altara in 5 minutes. Follow these 5 steps to create your first AI renovation render and share it with a client.
Navigate Your Dashboard
After logging in, you'll land on your Dashboard. This is your command center showing recent activity, property stats, and unified review triage.
- The sidebar on the left provides quick access to all sections
- Click the Altara logo to return to the dashboard from anywhere
- Your credits balance is shown in the user menu (bottom left)
Add Your First Property
Properties are the foundation of Altara. Each property represents a real estate listing with its address, photos, and rooms.
- Go to Properties → Click "Add Property"
- Enter the address and upload a cover photo
- Add rooms with approximate dimensions for better AI realism
AI Cleaning (Auto-Triggered)
When you upload a room photo, Altara automatically starts the AI cleaning process to create an empty canvas.
- Review the cleaned image in the Dashboard or Property page
- Click "Approve" once the room is empty and ready for design
- Use the "Refine" brush tool to help the AI with missed clutter
Generate AI Renovations
The AI Studio is where the magic happens. Select a cleaned room, choose a renovation style, and let AI create photorealistic renders.
- Open a room and click "Open Studio"
- Choose style, lighting, and color palette
- Click "RENOVATE ROOM" and wait ~30 seconds for results
- Approved designs are automatically upscaled to 4K resolution
Create and Share Proposals
Bundle your best renovation renders into a professional proposal and share it with clients via a magic link.
- Navigate to the "Proposals" tab on your Property page
- Select the best 4K renders to include in the presentation
- Publish the proposal and copy the magic link for your client
- Download the automatically generated PDF brochure for offline use
What's Next?
Now that you know the basics, dive deeper into specific features: