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Build Structures That Showcase Realistic Materials

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Contents (3)
  1. Choose Blocks That Benefit Most from PBR
  2. Design with Lighting in Mind
  3. Layer Your Materials

Choose Blocks That Benefit Most from PBR

Yitality enhances blocks with varied material properties. Prioritize:

  • Metals (iron, copper, raw ore blocks) — gain mirror-like shininess
  • Polished blocks (polished diorite, andesite, blackstone) — show reflections and depth
  • Glass and ice — become transparent with reflective surfaces
  • Wool and fabric — appear soft and textured
  • Stone and cobblestone — display bumpy parallax-mapped surfaces
  • Wood — darkens realistically when wet

Design with Lighting in Mind

PBR materials react strongly to light direction. Build with this in mind:

  • Place lanterns and glowing blocks to cast soft light across polished surfaces
  • Use contrasting materials (shiny metal next to matte stone) to highlight the depth effect
  • Create wet areas near water to see wood darkening and puddles forming on stone
  • Build hallways or enclosed spaces where subsurface scattering through snow or resin glows visibly

Layer Your Materials

Combine multiple block types in one structure. A marble pillar (polished blocks) next to an iron fence with a glowing lantern on top will demonstrate reflections, shininess, and emissive lighting together.

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