001 - Overview

What is a 3D Building Model?

Understanding the terms and appropriate uses is essential for achieving the right outcome for your project.

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A 3D building model is a general term for an accurate digital representation of a building or structure, often used in architecture, construction and surveying.

What are the differences between 3D Model & Digital Twin?

These terms can sometimes be confused as some practitioners may use them interchangeably, while others see them as distinct. Find out how 3D Models & Digital Twins differ in nature.

3D Model

A 3D model generally refers to a digitally rendered 3D object or landscape, containing static datasets with no real-time digital information, which includes a geo-referenced structural form with photorealistic texture and colourised mesh.

Digital Twin

3D Models form the basis of Digital Twins, however, Digital Twins contain dynamic datasets such as digital assets for use in BIM & CAD models, and connected to supporting data about construction objects and processes.

002 - Advantages

What are the key strengths of 3D Building Models?

Harness the power of technology for superior planning, monitoring, and decision-making in your projects.

What are the main benefits of 3D Building Models?

3D Building Models can represent complex geometries with high fidelity, particularly relevant to building inspection, where defects and issues up to +/- 20mm can be located and understood.

Accurate & Easy Visualisation

3D Building Models can represent intricate surface features with centimeter-level precision, while providing a realistic and immersive visualisation of the structure.

Complex Geospatial Features

3D Building Models can be useful for modeling irregular, complex surfaces, such as the underside of building roof and façade features with more than a 90-degree angle.

Smarter Building Managment

3D Building Models allow for proactive maintenance and optimised resource allocation, while creating a digital record of the building for future maintenance and renovations.

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003 - Industry Sectors

How will 3D Building Models benefit my project?

We leverage cutting-edge UAV imaging technologies tailored to meet specific project needs.

Urban Planning & Development

Digital Twins & City Modelling

Aid in planning and visualisation of city infrastructure, used for zoning, urban planning, and assessing the impact of proposed developments.

Sunlight & Shadow Analysis

Assess how buildings and other structures interact with sunlight and shading, used for Right to Light analysis and optimised solar panel placement.

Construction & Refurbishment

Real-Time Monitoring

Closely monitor planned construction works throughout the lifecycle of a project, as frequently as every day, assisting in detailed progress reporting.

Feasibility & Design Collaboration

Facilitate clear communication and clash detection between architects, engineers, and contractors using a shared digital 3D model.

Surveying & Property Maintenance

Proactive Asset Management

Prioritise maintenance needs, schedule renovations, and track changes over time, empowering you to make strategic investments and maximise value.

Targeted Repairs

Identify potential building defects such as damaged roofs or facades, allowing for proactive maintenance and accurate budget cost estimations.

Telecommunications

Signal Propagation Analysis

Plan and optimise the placement of cellular towers and other communication infrastructure for better coverage and performance.

Network Planning

Designing complex telecommunications networks in urban and rural areas, considering the impact of terrain and buildings on signal transmission.

Archaeology & Cultural Heritage

Site Documentation

Creating high-resolution 3D models of archaeological sites, conservation areas and historical landmarks for future preservation and study.

Virtual Reconstruction

Reconstructing historical sites and artefacts in a 3D perspective to help visualise and analyse their original appearance and function.

Environmental Management

Forest Inventory & Management

Analyse forest structure, estimate biomass, and plan sustainable operations to improve water quality, soil health, and carbon sequestration capability.

Flood Modelling

Simulate water flow, including runoff from building and around structures, helping in designing flood defences and planning evacuation routes.

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004 - FAQ

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005 - Contact

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