Introducing Augmented Reality

Architecture Augmented Reality from Studio Gade on Vimeo.

We realize that, for our clients, it’s much harder to picture exactly what designs will look like when they are finished, than it is for us, who create the designs.  With the help of a piece of card, an HD camera and HDTV, we are able to take a 3-dimensional look at the home or office design, all controlled by the client.  It can be turned left, right, upside down and back again, all with the simple movement of one’s hands!

Here’s how it works:
We take a piece of cardboard with markers on it.  We then position an HD video camera above the card and link it to our computer.  The computer then feeds a 3D image of the design onto our HDTV screen.  The design is linked to the markers on the card, so as the card moves, the design moves.  The client can then, by picking up the card and swiveling it, view their design from any angle that that they wish.  Really simple!

At KFPA, we believe that we need to employ the latest in technology in order to constantly deliver the best service and build into the high standard of our industry.  The beauty of architecture is that it is art that one can walk through – but when it’s still in the design phase, it’s impossible to do that.  With the use of 3D augmented reality, we are able to make it possible.