VISUALIZATION
3D visualization is all about using available data and present an understandable picture of every stage of a project. In many industries, such as real estate development, oil, gas, energy, and the offshore market, there are always many benefits of using 3D visualization.
3D visualization is perfect for presenting complex ideas and projects
Perfect for interior visualization and real estate development
We have more than 20 years of experience with 3D visualization
The final output can be animated films, manuals, posters, exhibition stands, interactive 3D, VR (Virtual Reality) and 3D printed models
Many Benefits and Final Products
The advantages of 3D visualization, compared to 2D and plain text, are numerous. 3D visualization is ideal for presenting products and projects with complex functions, those that are difficult or impossible to photograph, or that exist only as an idea or on the drawing board.
Pre-visualizing a product or project during the concept phase gives you the opportunity to experiment, explore, and analyze an idea in-house before moving forward.
It is also frequently used in connection with sales, proposals, and marketing to communicate messages clearly and effectively.
Once a 3D model is established and optimized, it can be used in many ways.
It can be placed and rendered in a photorealistic environment for glossy visuals, or rendered as stylized technical illustrations for manuals, presentations, and product descriptions.
Other final products may include animated films, posters, manuals, trade show stands, interactive 3D, VR headset presentations (virtual reality), or physical 3D-printed models.
We have over 20 years of experience in 3D visualization for projects of all sizes across various industries, and we can confidently say that an animation or high-quality illustration speaks louder than a thousand words!
Technical Visualization
The combination of technical visualization, industry, and engineering is a natural fit. As an engineering firm, we specialize in building 3D models from minimal input — often just a sketch on a napkin — and presenting it as something functional. We have a high level of technical understanding and extensive experience, including from the oil industry, with familiarity in the sector’s terminology, technology, and working methods.
In other cases, we refine existing CAD models from well-known software such as Inventor, Revit, and SolidWorks, and animate them into explanatory videos.
Even in the early stages of a project, this approach is a valuable tool for pitching ideas, getting started quickly, and identifying errors.
3D visualization that follows a project from start to finish is often highly cost-effective compared to traditional methods.
We use modern tools that allow a small team to achieve what previously required large companies.
Deck Layouts and Operational Procedures
Tasks such as planning new deck layouts for existing and brand-new offshore vessels can be carried out quickly and efficiently with the help of our visualization tools. The same applies to subsea oil field layouts and other complex planning tasks. 3D components can easily be moved around within the scene until the optimal position is found.
We also enhance the understanding of text-based operational procedures through clear illustrations.
Sometimes, we animate a sequence of events using images — this is what we often refer to as sequence illustrations.
Interactive Solutions
Interactive solutions go beyond traditional 3D visualization by creating user-friendly presentations that provide a clearer understanding of projects at all stages of development. In this virtual environment, users can not only view but also interact with the projects. They can experiment with different scenarios, offering a more hands-on experience.
Interactive solutions foster engagement and make it easier to understand and communicate complex ideas.
In the concept phase, you have the freedom to navigate, experiment, and analyze ideas before taking the next step.This approach is also highly effective in sales and marketing, helping you clearly communicate your product or project while interactivity boosts engagement.By controlling the model in a virtual environment, viewing it from different angles, and testing various scenarios, a wide range of applications becomes possible — from training modules and step-by-step demonstrations to detailed product visualizations.
Other applications may include in-depth product and project reviews, training modules, and virtual reality experiences that allow full immersion in the project.
An interactive solution is not just about informing — it’s about creating understanding through engagement, where the user takes control of the experience.
The technology is based on a game engine, a tool typically used to create video games.This engine gives us the ability to program nearly any type of functionality.
We’ve also developed our own system tailored to our field and workflow.This system reduces much of the programming work that would normally be required during a project, helping to keep costs and time usage down.
The solution can be controlled using various tools depending on preference: mouse and keyboard, handheld presentation pointer, gamepad, touchscreen, or VR.
How We Work with 3D Visualization
One of the main differences between CAD and 3D visualization is speed. We create 3D models much faster than in traditional CAD software packages. We can also quickly rig elements, customize, and animate for testing purposes.
The materials and documentation we receive before starting a new project vary greatly. Often, it’s a mix of a verbal idea, photographs, sketches, or a simple SketchUp 3D model. Regardless of the format, we can process it in our software, rebuild it, and create something amazing. If any parts are missing or need detailing, we’ll model them ourselves — a challenge we gladly accept.
Once the model is complete, we add colors and materials, adjust lighting and camera paths, and then render the final illustration or animation before further processing in a post-production program.
We also collaborate with a professional sound studio that can provide music and voice-over if desired. All of this helps enhance understanding and clearly communicate the client’s message.
Projects often start small and expand as new needs arise.
Contact us for a conversation about 3D modeling and animation, and discover how we can meet your needs within your timeframe and budget. Only imagination sets the limits — and almost anything is possible!
Interior Visualization and Property Development
We have experience with a wide range of software and rendering tools to generate sharp animations and high-quality still images of new buildings and construction projects.
We often produce walkthrough animations of interiors, which are useful both for marketing purposes and for familiarizing stakeholders with the new building.