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One of the many benefits of working with a 3D modeling program such as ArchiCAD, is the ability to see what the final product is going to look like.

All too often, the owner/contractor/Architect, doesn’t know exactly how something will look, until it is built in the field.  By that time, any modifications become expensive, or impossible.  Not only is the ability to communicate heightened through the use of 3D modeling, but the design is often better.  The computer is a wonderful tool for the designer.  The ease with which you can experiment, spin around the building or attachment, and explore the environment is worlds above what you can do on a flat piece of paper.

Since our founding in 2001, Gravitas has made it a commitment to use as many aspects of 3D computer aided design as possible.  Our clients not only see what they will be moving into, not only can the builder better understand the scope of the work ahead, and the log/timber supplier completely outline their materials that they will be providing, but everyone can point to the same image, and be on the same page throughout the entire process.  When all parts of the machine are working together, and have a common vision, it can only increase the quality of the end product, the enjoyment (if I can use that word) of the process, decrease the timelines and the costs, and result in a successful heirloom home.

The example below shows a timber frame that was supplied by Arrow-Wood Homes.  This residence was located outside of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and is based upon our “Sages” plan. We’ve previously highlighted this particular home in our Blog. Visualization like this is one of the many services that we offer at Gravitas.

Enjoy,

>Mark

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