What types of building information are best portrayed in 3D views?
- Which stakeholders require 2D views, and why?
Aspects such as windows and doors are best portrayed in 3D views because you can see into the house. You also get to see the windows and doors in full view (alignment, size, location, etc…) This being said, a 2D view is crucial as you can analyze the dimensions and other particular specifications.
Give examples of how the building information for a specific location in the project needs to be filtered for different audiences and purposes?
Filtering building information is super important as it allows different viewers to visualize the space in multiple ways. If you want to show someone, for example, a client, what the building would feel like as a whole, including furniture in the view is necessary. If you would like to show your contractor a less cluttered view, excluding furniture would be helpful.
Should your design ideas always be conveyed through photorealistic renders?
- How does the level of detail in the rendering and its presentation affect the perception of stakeholders reviewing your design?
No, it depends on who you are showing the design to, as well as the timeline of the project. Sometimes photorealistic renderings are the best option for a client. However, rough versions are more insightful if you are collaborating with other architects.