How to create 3D printed architectural scale models

HOW TO CREATE 3D PRINTED ARCHITECTURAL SCALE MODELS

GETTING STARTED WITH 3D PRINTING ARCHITECTURAL SCALE MODELS

Learn how to apply Final Touch Ups of your 3d Printed Scale ModelsThis article outlines in depth all the nitty-gritty stuff you need to take into considerations before getting your feet wet with 3D Printing.

If you are new to 3DP you will get a good idea how much it cost, what does it take and where you can have your files made.

If you are an advanced 3D printing user, you will still find practical information on how to optimize files and test them before submitting to the printer.

Bottom line:

If you’d like to tap into the real potential of 3D Printing for Architectural model making, here is how.

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WHAT IS THE VALUE OF SCALE MODELS AND WHERE DOES 3D PRINTING COMES IN?

It’s not a secret anymore that 3D Printing technologies deliver numerous advantages to architects, builders, relaters and future homeowners. Starting from the initial design stages of a project all the way to the final blueprints and schematics, this tool can provide great visuals on time and budget. Scale models have always been part of the design process, but in recent years fewer firms are making them, even though most clients and investors would love to see a miniature of their future investment. Read more

3D PRINTING BENEFITS FOR ARCHITECTS

The architectural industry is a highly competitive industry. For every project, architects are facing relentless competition. Clients have a vast variety of choices, which drive architectural firms to seek performance and innovation. Thus providing an incentive that would make them stand out and be chosen, is the key to winning a project. As a result, […]

Outsourcing architectural scale models

SHOULD YOU OUTSOURCE 3D RENDERINGS AND SCALE MODELS FOR YOUR PROJECT?

Searching through the web, you can find numerous discussions dedicated to the topic. Many share the opinion that “if you want job done right do it yourself.” Many professionals share the negative experience of working with people overseas. Comments like “incompetence”, “trouble”, “miscommunication”, “language barrier” flood the forums. Thus many would prefer to do it in-house. Read more

3D PRINTING AND NOWADAYS TRENDS IN ARCHITECTURE

The Fast-forward development and Trend of Globalization influencing Architecture
Allow us to start with summery of what architecture looks like today. The two most significant trends in architecture since 2000 are the growing Eco-friendly awareness – the Green Architecture and the growing influence of computers and new technologies – the Digital Architecture. Those two tendencies blend in and complete each other to define the parameters and the future of Architecture. Read more