Client
Confidential
High Fidelity
Point Cloud Optimization
Typology
Various
Size
Various
Services
VDC Consultancy, VDC As-Built Modeling, Integration, and Documentation
Location
Nordic Region
Year
2015 - Present
High Fidelity
This project set out to digitally preserve a portfolio of heritage buildings across the Nordic region through a highly detailed and efficient documentation process. The goal was to protect these culturally significant structures while enabling smarter planning, conservation, and future use. By capturing the current physical state of each building with remarkable accuracy, the team created lasting digital records that could be used for everything from restoration to adaptive reuse.
Using advanced scanning tools, the buildings were documented in 3D, capturing every detail—from intricate facades to structural layouts. These scans were then transformed into accurate digital models, or “as-built” representations, that reflected each structure’s exact condition. The result was a powerful resource that combined visual clarity with technical precision, allowing teams to explore, measure, and analyze the buildings remotely.
To ensure these models were useful across different disciplines—architects, engineers, and heritage experts—a customized workflow was created. This process simplified complex data into user-friendly models, allowing for real-time collaboration, even from different locations. The digital models were stored on a cloud platform, ensuring everyone could access and work on the same up-to-date version at any time.
This approach proved especially valuable for heritage buildings, many of which have no original drawings or consistent designs. By focusing on accuracy and accessibility, the project created a flexible system that could be adapted to a wide range of building types and conditions. In the end, this effort went beyond traditional documentation. It showed how digital tools can bring new life to old structures—preserving their history while opening doors to innovation. By merging cultural heritage with modern technology, the project created a blueprint for smart, sustainable conservation and efficient building management moving forward.
