Immersive Experiences & Virtual Tours
Step into the future of visual marketing with immersive experiences that captivate your audience and set your business apart
Step into the future of visual marketing with immersive experiences that captivate your audience and set your business apart. ThinkMents has been pioneering immersive technology since the early days of virtual tours—we created the first virtual real estate tour in North Texas and built the first arena seat preview system with Mark Cuban's American Airlines Center. With over 20 years of innovation in visual technology, we understand how to leverage virtual tours, 360° photography, and interactive experiences to engage customers, showcase properties, and drive real business results. While competitors are just discovering these technologies, we've been perfecting them for decades.
The Business Impact of Immersive Content
Immersive experiences aren't just impressive—they deliver measurable results
Listings with virtual tours receive more views than those without
Virtual tours increase time on website compared to static images
of people want more businesses to offer virtual tours
Properties with 3D tours sell faster and for higher prices
Virtual tours reduce unnecessary in-person visits
360° content generates more engagement on social media
Today's customers expect to explore before they visit. Whether they're choosing a restaurant, previewing a hotel room, touring a home, or evaluating a venue, they want to experience it virtually first. Businesses without immersive content are losing customers to competitors who offer this modern experience.
Immersive experiences also dramatically extend your geographic reach—customers from anywhere in the world can 'visit' your location, breaking down distance barriers that limit traditional marketing.
Comprehensive Immersive Services
From simple 360° photography to complex virtual reality experiences
Virtual Tours
Transport viewers directly into your space with interactive virtual tours. Our virtual tour production creates seamless, navigable experiences that let customers explore every corner of your business from their phone, tablet, or computer. We capture high-resolution imagery, stitch it into smooth 360° environments, and build intuitive navigation that guides visitors through your space. Virtual tours integrate with Google Street View, your website, social media, and listing platforms for maximum exposure.
360° Photography
Capture complete environments with professional 360° photography. Unlike traditional photos that show only one angle, 360° images let viewers look in every direction—up, down, and all around. Perfect for showcasing spaces where context matters: hotel rooms, event venues, restaurants, retail stores, and real estate. Our 360° images are optimized for web delivery and VR headset viewing.
Matterport 3D Tours
Create 'digital twin' replicas of your space with Matterport technology. Matterport scans produce dimensionally accurate 3D models that viewers can navigate in 'dollhouse' view, floor plan view, or immersive walkthrough mode. These tours include automatic measurements, making them ideal for real estate, construction, insurance, and any application requiring precise spatial documentation. Matterport tours also enhance Google visibility and can be embedded anywhere.
Interactive Floor Plans
Help visitors understand your space layout with interactive floor plans. We create clickable floor plans that connect to 360° views of each room or area. Users can see the overall layout, then dive into detailed views of specific spaces. Interactive floor plans are perfect for large venues, multi-room properties, office spaces, and anywhere spatial orientation matters.
Aerial/Drone Immersive Content
Capture stunning aerial perspectives with FAA-licensed drone operators. We produce 360° aerial panoramas that showcase properties, land, and surroundings from above. Aerial immersive content is perfect for real estate, resorts, golf courses, campuses, and any location where the surrounding environment matters. Our pilots are fully licensed and insured for commercial drone operations.
Virtual Reality (VR) Experiences
Take immersion to the next level with VR-ready content. Our virtual tours are compatible with VR headsets including Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, and smartphone-based viewers. VR experiences are perfect for trade shows, sales presentations, and situations where maximum immersion creates competitive advantage. We can also develop custom VR applications for specialized needs.
Google Street View Integration
Put your business interior on Google Maps with Street View integration. We're Google Street View trusted photographers, authorized to capture and publish interior imagery that appears directly in Google Search and Maps. When customers search for your business, they can explore inside before visiting. This integration is free once captured and provides permanent visibility on the world's most-used mapping platform.
Embedded Virtual Tour Solutions
Integrate virtual tours seamlessly into your existing digital presence. We embed tours on your website, listing platforms, social media, and email campaigns. Our embedding solutions are responsive across devices, load quickly, and include analytics tracking. We also provide standalone tour links for sharing via text, email, or QR codes.
Immersive Experiences by Industry
Real Estate
Virtual tours have become essential for property marketing. Buyers tour homes remotely, filtering before in-person visits. Sellers attract more qualified buyers and sell faster with 3D tours.
Hotels & Hospitality
Let guests explore rooms, amenities, and common areas before booking. Hotels with virtual tours see higher booking conversion rates and reduced 'surprise' complaints.
Restaurants & Venues
Showcase your atmosphere, seating options, and event spaces. Customers choosing venues for weddings, parties, and corporate events want to see the space before committing.
Retail Stores
Let customers browse your showroom virtually. Perfect for furniture stores, boutiques, and specialty retailers where the in-store experience matters.
Senior Living & Healthcare
Families researching senior living facilities or healthcare providers appreciate virtual tours that reduce the stress of in-person facility visits.
Education
Campus tours reach prospective students worldwide. Universities and private schools use virtual tours as recruiting tools.
Museums & Attractions
Extend your reach beyond physical visitors. Virtual tours can also serve as accessibility accommodations for those unable to visit in person.
Construction & Development
Document project progress with regular 360° captures. Create 'before and after' comparisons and pre-sell spaces before completion.
How We Create Your Immersive Experience
Pre-Production Planning
- Site assessment to plan capture strategy
- Determine tour flow and navigation
- Schedule shoot for optimal lighting
- Coordinate staging and preparation
- Define hotspots and interactive elements
Capture Day
- Professional 360° camera equipment
- HDR imaging for perfect exposure
- Multiple heights and angles for completeness
- Drone capture if aerial views included
- Quality control review on-site
Post-Production
- Professional stitching and processing
- Color correction and optimization
- Navigation structure development
- Hotspot and information point creation
- Floor plan integration if applicable
- Multiple format export
Delivery & Integration
- Tour hosting and delivery
- Website embedding
- Google Street View publishing
- Social media optimization
- Analytics setup
- Training on sharing and promotion
Most projects complete within 1-2 weeks from capture to delivery, depending on complexity and property size.
Professional-Grade Technology
We invest in the best equipment to ensure professional results
- Insta360 Pro 2 and Ricoh Theta Z1 for 360° capture
- Matterport Pro2 and Pro3 cameras for 3D scanning
- Professional lighting for interior shoots
- DJI commercial drones for aerial capture
- High-performance processing workstations
- Enterprise hosting for reliable delivery
Our technology investment means your virtual tours match the quality of your business—not amateur-looking captures that undermine your brand.
Pioneering Immersive Experiences Since 2002
ThinkMents isn't new to immersive technology—we've been creating virtual experiences since before the technology went mainstream
First Virtual Real Estate Tour in North Texas
We produced the region's first virtual property tour, revolutionizing how real estate was marketed locally.
American Airlines Center Seat Preview System
Working with Mark Cuban's team, we created the first arena seat preview system, allowing fans to see their view before purchasing tickets.
Early Google Street View Partner
We became Google Street View trusted photographers when interior capture was first introduced.
Two Decades of Innovation
While other agencies are just discovering virtual tours, we've been refining our techniques, testing new technologies, and perfecting the customer experience for over 20 years.
This experience translates into better results for you—we've already learned the lessons that newer providers are still figuring out.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do virtual tours cost?
Pricing depends on property size and complexity. Basic virtual tours start around $300-500 for small spaces, with larger or more complex projects ranging from $800-2,500+. We provide custom quotes after understanding your specific needs.
How long does production take?
Most virtual tours are completed within 1-2 weeks from the capture date. Larger projects or those requiring extensive post-production may take longer.
Do I own the virtual tour?
Yes. You receive full usage rights for all content we produce. Tours remain accessible as long as you maintain hosting (we offer affordable annual hosting plans).
Can virtual tours be updated?
Yes. If your space changes significantly, we can recapture and update the tour. Minor changes can sometimes be addressed without a full reshoot.
How do customers view the tour?
Tours work on any device—smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops. No special software or app is required. VR headset viewing is also supported for maximum immersion.
Will the tour work on my website?
Absolutely. We provide embed codes that work with any website platform. Tours are responsive and mobile-friendly.
Do you travel for captures?
Yes. While we're based in Texas, we travel for projects throughout the region and can accommodate projects nationwide for larger engagements.
Ready to Give Customers an Immersive Experience?
Let's showcase your space with cutting-edge virtual tour technology.