Understanding traditional 2-D
floor plans and elevations can be difficult.
Many people can get the general
idea from a floor plan but have trouble visualizing how the design is going to
look. Being able to see and experience your design in 3-D will help you
understand how it is going to work.
1. Designs can change and evolve in real time,
during meetings with your architect. Meetings are the best way to be included
in the design process and to make sure nothing is overlooked.
2. Design review boards generally respond
positively to presentations that include 3-D. Three-D to show how a building
relates to the existing environment or to a neighbor’s home is a very powerful
tool when you're seeking design approval. I’ve had great success by rallying
the support of neighbors when they can understand clearly how a building is
going to look and feel compared to theirs.
3. Three-D design can help cut
down on changes after construction has begun. Reducing the amount of changes
during construction can help save time and money. But it can be hard to do
until you really understand what the space will look and feel like, which is
where 3-D design comes in.
4. It helps you avoid paying for
work you don’t want. Having a clear understanding of your project before
construction begins is the best method to significantly reduce the problem of
unnecessary charges.
With all that said, there is
definitely no substitute for having an experienced architect who understands
the permit process and building codes. While 3-D design can be helpful to you
and your architect, know that great designs do not come from computer programs.
They come from design professionals who have spent countless hours designing,
reviewing plans, improving details and listening to everything you want in your
home.
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