Sector
Heritage
Scope
Exterior LOD 350 BIM Model
Location
Europe
Deliverables
LOD 350 - BIM Model
About The Project
The World War I Museum in Europe, is a heritage site dedicated to preserving the historical significance of the trenches used during WWI. This site holds great historical value, as the trenches played a major role as a defense mechanism. The project involved modeling the 100K SF trench area and the surrounding museum grounds, with the goal of mapping the entire trench system for a better understanding of its complex layout. This model was then used to create a physical "walkthrough" experience, allowing visitors to engage with the site and gain a deeper understanding of its historical context.
Despite the large scale of the project and the unique characteristics of the trench system and layout, we succeeded in delivering a high level of detail and precision. This ensured that the model captured every aspect of the trench system accurately. We provided an Exterior LOD 350 BIM model, which included both site and surface modeling of the trench area, preserving the site's unique features while maintaining a high standard of detail. This attention to detail was crucial in creating a realistic and informative experience for visitors. To achieve this, we relied on LIDAR and Photogrammetry technologies, converting the raw point cloud data into a highly detailed BIM model. These advanced technologies enabled us to capture every feature of the heritage trench system and its surrounding terrain with exceptional accuracy.
Our LOD 350 BIM model not only supports the historical preservation of the site but also plays a vital role in enhancing the museum’s educational efforts, allowing visitors to better understand the historical significance of the trenches and their role in World War I.
Project Challenges & Deliverables
The WWI museum project presented a series of unique challenges due to its historical significance, extensive scale, and the complexity of the trench system itself. The complexity of the site layout demanded a careful balance between precision, historical integrity, and the technical challenges of modeling such a vast and historically important location. As a heritage site, the project required expert knowledge of historical preservation to accurately model the trenches and surrounding terrain. One of the primary challenges was modeling the entire site using the "Model In Place" method. This approach ensured that each component, from the trench layout to the surrounding features, was represented with precise attention to its original context, which was crucial for maintaining the historical accuracy of the site.
Given the project's large scale and the intricate nature of the trench system and the surrounding museum grounds, we were tasked with not only capturing every detail, but also elevating the graphic quality of the model to a higher standard. The challenge was not only to provide a precise historical representation but also to create a high-quality graphical display that visually immersed viewers in the World War I environment. This attention to graphical quality was essential for enriching the historical understanding and ensuring a compelling representation of the trench system.
Despite these challenges, our multidisciplinary team successfully delivered a LOD 350 BIM model that met all client specifications. The final model maintained both the accuracy needed for historical preservation and the high standards required for a visitor-centric, immersive experience. It was truly an honor to be part of such an important project, contributing to the preservation and educational representation of this historically significant site.
