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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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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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Renovation and Entitlement Projects Need Visuals Too!

Renovation and Entitlement Projects Need Visuals Too!

I’m hearing lots of discussion lately on how to market incomplete and/or neglected bank owned properties.  Interestingly enough, these properties are perfect for Visual Analysis, or photo-simulations as they are often called. What is that you might ask? Essentially, a photo is taken of the subject-property and digitally enhanced to show the proposed completed condition.  [...]

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