In lieu of entering the metaverse with a storefront presence for the purpose of selling virtual goods, Lowe's is inviting builders into a new asset hub called Open Builder. Open and accessible to all creators, this hub was mindfully made to address "key challenges of interoperability and accessibility."
With items from its real-world shelves, Lowe's Open Builder makes over 500 3D product assets available for download for free. These 3D assets include everything from lighting solutions and patio furniture to decorative rugs, decor accents and accessories. These free assets from Lowe's have applications in the metaverse and beyond, since they may be used for gaming, augmented reality and creative design.
Along with the launch of this new hub, Lowe's is dropping a limited NFT wearable collection for builders in Decentraland.
Metaverse Asset Hubs
Lowe's Open Builder Shares Hundreds of 3D Product Assets for Free
Trend Themes
1. Metaverse Asset Hubs - Creating asset hubs for creators to curate and share virtual assets paves the way for cross-platform interoperability and accessibility.
2. Free 3D Asset Libraries - Providing free access to high-quality 3D product assets enables creators to make immersive experiences without the cost of asset creation.
3. NFT Wearable Collections - Launching limited edition NFT collections for creators in the metaverse creates exclusive experiences for their users.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement Retail - Creating and sharing virtual product assets allows home improvement retailers to expand their reach beyond physical stores.
2. Gaming and Virtual Worlds - Free access to high-quality 3D assets enhances the creation of immersive gaming and virtual world experiences.
3. Augmented Reality Design - By offering free 3D assets, retailers and companies can benefit from the development of new creative designs and augmented reality applications.