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Value Line Architectural Rendering and Architectural Animation Update

Value Line Architectural Rendering and Architectural Animation Update

Our Value Line is off to a great start!  The goal was to make Focus 360 accessible to anyone for any project (not just the high end) and I am pleased to report its working! One example is the Fremont, California office of BCA Architects.  BCA does a lot of work for schools and churches [...]

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Using Architectural Visualization and Animation to Demonstrate LEED Qualities

Using Architectural Visualization and Animation to Demonstrate LEED Qualities

In looking at this project from a different point of view, the team decided to create a 3D Animation that focused on the internal use and functionality of the structure, coupled with some unique GREEN elements and LEED certified design details all within one presentation. Typically you would show the architectural details and unique design [...]

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Using Low Detail 3D Models and Animation as a Planning Tool – Part II

Using Low Detail 3D Models and Animation as a Planning Tool – Part II

This is an update to the blog I posted on 10/19/09 Low Detail 3D Models and Animation as a Planning Tool. Our client (Gramor Development) retained our services again last September to further refine and enhance the presentation we created for them over a year ago. Their original development plan had evolved quite a bit [...]

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Live Video Merged with 3D Animation-Virtually Shows Remarkable Changes

Live Video Merged with 3D Animation-Virtually Shows Remarkable Changes

Fresh off a unanimous approval by the Coastal Commission in October 2009, the revitalization plan for Dana Point Harbor is picking up momentum and now can begin focusing on Phase I of the plan. The first phase will focus on the commercial core and include new designs for increased parking, a launch ramp, shopping, restaurants [...]

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Using 3D Animation to Demonstrate Construction Phasing

Using 3D Animation to Demonstrate Construction Phasing

When our client approached us for a new project opportunity that needed a unique 3D animation video to help sell the approval board, we were eager to hear about how we could help.  As we brainstormed with our client we realized all of our creative juices would need to be flowing for this one and [...]

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Game Changer – Introducing Focus 360′s Value Line

Game Changer – Introducing Focus 360′s Value Line

It’s been well known for many years that Focus 360 provides the highest level of architectural illustrations and 3D animations in the industry.  In fact, our team has produced high-end projects for some of the most premier residential, commercial and resort developers across the globe. And the fact is, every aspect of our business, from [...]

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Low Detail 3D Models and Animation as a Planning Tool

Low Detail 3D Models and Animation as a Planning Tool

Here’s a great example of how one of our clients used simple and affordable low detail 3D modeling and animation as a planning tool to demonstrate a large mixed use redevelopment project early in the planning stages to the city planning commission in Vancouver, WA. The goal of the animation was to communicate the intended [...]

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Using 3D Animation to Win Design-Build Contracts

Using 3D Animation to Win Design-Build Contracts

When one of our clients asked us to meet to discuss a new strategy for winning design build contracts, we were more than happy to oblige. The idea was to add an animated movie to the presentation and submittal package that would more effectively communicate our client’s design intent for a new project they wanted [...]

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New 3D Animation Helps Client Win Best Residential Award at Cityscape

New 3D Animation Helps Client Win Best Residential Award at Cityscape

Despite the recession, technology and 3D art continue to advance at a rapid pace, so today I want to share what I believe is the new standard for Master Plan Community animated videos, or short films as we like to refer to them. The subject matter for this video is a new MPC just outside [...]

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Laguna Cliffs Extreme Makeover

Laguna Cliffs Extreme Makeover

So what do you do with an outdated and well-worn resort hotel, but in a great location on the waterfront in Dana Point, CA that’s having to compete with the Montage, the Ritz-Carlton and the St. Regis resorts on the Orange County coastline?  Simple, you hire a world-class architect and interior designer to renovate the [...]

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