AI-Powered Virtual World Building with Virtual Studio
Overview
Model Simulations, led by veteran technologist and AI artist David Kaplan, is reshaping how immersive, generative environments are built – merging physical and digital realities through advanced simulations. To bring this vision to life, Kaplan needed a high-performance, Linux-compatible cloud platform that could power procedural generation, real-time rendering, and rapid AI iteration. He found that in CenterGrid’s Virtual Studio.
The Challenge
David, CEO of Model Simulations and a 27-year IT industry veteran, was preparing to launch a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for an AI-powered platform that enables users to create immersive virtual worlds. The challenge required:
- Advanced GPU power for AI model training and real-time rendering
- Seamless Linux compatibility without the overhead of Windows
- Pre-configured virtual machines that scale with development
- Personal, hands-on support not typically found with hyperscalers like AWS
The Solution
Virtual Studio by CenterGrid
David partnered with CenterGrid to deploy his stack on Virtual Studio, powered by RTX A6000 GPUs and fully optimized for graphics-heavy workflows. Working alongside Greg, a CenterGrid cloud architect, David experienced a flawless setup tailored for Linux users.
"Virtual Studio was exactly what I was searching for. The cloud VM setup was flawless and incredibly easy to use."
Why Virtual Studio?
- Optimized for Linux: No Windows overhead, no extra steps – just raw performance
- RTX A6000 Power: High-speed AI model training and real-time generative rendering.
- Managed Cloud Environment: Hands-on support from cloud experts who understand GPU-intensive workloads.
- Cost-Effective at Scale: A smarter, more personal alternative to AWS for AI and VFX workflows.
“The specialized nature of Virtual Studio made it a much bigger benefit over AWS. The managed services and optimized infrastructure made it an easy choice.”
Results
- Seamless development of Model Simulations’ MVP platform
- Faster AI iterations with high-end GPU support
- Clear roadmap for scaling into a full cloud render farm
- Confidence in infrastructure that grows with innovation
“Running AI models on the RTX A6000 inside Virtual Studio has been a game-changer. The power and efficiency allow us to push boundaries.”
Next Steps
As David prepares for business accelerator funding and MVP launch, the plan is clear: scale Model Simulations’ infrastructure alongside CenterGrid, building a robust, cloud-native ecosystem for AI-powered simulation and virtual world creation.
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