Problem

A leading architectural, engineering and consulting firm was working on a full redesign of a hospital and its surrounding buildings in a large California city. Accurate 3D models of the design concepts were necessary in order to communicate the plans for the project and win the business. Traditionally, models were created using large format printed 2D images pasted onto cut and raised foam board to communicate the topographical surface. These models were extremely time consuming to produce.

The Solution:
In order to meet tight deadlines, the firm decided to have several models of the proposed plans 3D Printed.

CAD and GIS data, was combined to produce several color 3D models of the project in 48 hours. The firm, and it clients were thrilled with the quality of the models and the fast turnaround time.
 

The Result:
The firm was able to present complex build proposals to the client, and provide a 3D model of each design. These models were used as a tool to better explain the scope and concept of the project as well as a being a great “leave behind” marketing tool. The models played an integral role in receiving a significant amount of work on the project.

”3D Printing technology allowed us to present multiple full-color models to our client at the proposal stage - without any internal resources, significant delays, or large costs. It capitalized on our internal 2D drawing, 3D modeling, GIS, and animation content to create a very accurate and fully colored model in days not weeks.”