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Module 4 - Points to Ponder
Please share your comments on 3 of the following Points to Ponder questions. (Choose 3 of the questions below.)
What types of building information are best portrayed in 3D views?
- 3D views may be helpful for clients and designers/architects because it allows for more accurate visualization of a building project as it would appear in real life once finished. This can also be helpful for the designers as they can try to tweak different parts of the building design and compare how it looks very easily by being able to copy and undo changes. Some information that may be best portrayed in 3D views include exterior details and trims along a building, window and door spacing along different walls, spatial relationships between furniture and various fixtures, and more. Some stakeholders, like engineers and contractors, may require 2D views because they provide key information for actual construction, such as dimensions and sections/elevations/floor plans which can be used to guide the building process.
Give examples of how the building information for a specific location in the project needs to be filtered for different audiences and purposes?
One example of a location in a building where different audiences may need different information is a bathroom. For example, an architect or designer may be more focused on spatial arrangement and layout of elements within a bathroom whereas a plumber or structural engineer might be more concerned with where the sink/toilet meets the walls and load-bearing elements, respectively. Similarly, kitchens have plumbing and other fixtures that may require more focus on those elements rather than the furniture or other aesthetic elements of the building.
Should your design ideas always be conveyed through photorealistic renders?
- In some cases photorealistic renders may not be the best option to present information depending on the intended audience or what information you would like to highlight. Sometimes early conceptual designs do not need to be developed fully to a photorealistic render and design may be easier when working in 2D or with simple floor plans/elevation. However, photorealistic rendering may be useful near the end of a project to see how the lighting appears on and within the building as well as for fine-tuning aesthetic choices. One case when a photorealistic render may not be beneficial is when you are . The detail level in rendering and presentation can affect the perception of stakeholders reviewing a design since higher detailed renders may accurately communicate the aesthetic finish of a building as well as make it appear more polished and professional that you took the time to produce a realistic render. Low-quality renders may appear to not have as much thought put into it, but can be good if you want a simple look and are focusing more on functionality and practicality.
Name some applications where viewing the building and model information in virtual reality or augmented reality would be most beneficial?
- Are there advantages to using a C.A.V.E as a virtual environment versus VR headsets?