Sure. Here's a residential model. We also do a lot of monochromatic models. On the color ones, textures (image maps for roof, stone, etc.) convey from AC. Sometimes, we'll paint solid colors by hand if the raw color doesn't come out really good. We have a gallery of these models at our site. Most of the residential models there were done in AC. We've also done several commercial models in AC (shopping centers and condos).
Although cost is an issue, models like this are typically required by architectural review boards in many custom home communities. The costs are in line or lower than a traditional model builder, but the time to build is less. Additionally, with this process, the client approves renderings of the project before we build the physical model. This is in sharp contrast to the traditional method where a model maker builds the model, and then will meet with the clients to go over changes that need to be made, resulting in more time to fix the model.
As for building this into the architectural fees, most of our clients bill their client separately (with a small upcharge) for the model. If you're considering that a client may just like a small model for their desk, a 1:16 scale or smaller would be more feasible in size and cost. Here's an example of a house built at about 1:30 and 1:40.
As for building this into the architectural fees, most of our clients bill their client separately (with a small upcharge) for the model. If you're considering that a client may just like a small model for their desk, a 1:16 scale or smaller would be more feasible in size and cost. Here's an example of a house built at about 1:30 and 1:40.
jtbraun wrote:Thanks, nice stuff.
Although cost is an issue, models like this are typically required by architectural review boards in many custom home communities. The costs are in line or lower than a traditional model builder, but the time to build is less. Additionally, with this process, the client approves renderings of the project before we build the physical model. This is in sharp contrast to the traditional method where a model maker builds the model, and then will meet with the clients to go over changes that need to be made, resulting in more time to fix the model.
As for building this into the architectural fees, most of our clients bill their client separately (with a small upcharge) for the model. If you're considering that a client may just like a small model for their desk, a 1:16 scale or smaller would be more feasible in size and cost. Here's an example of a house built at about 1:30 and 1:40.
If I had the money I would probably buy some of these machines and start such a 3D printing service in Hungary.
I think there is market for it. If its cost can be similar to that of a model maker's model, then there is definitely market for it.
Not sure how to take that, but I'll try to explain the rational behind the small models pictured. The same AC file used to build those two models was used to build the large, 1:8 scale model pictured here. Once we have the computer file, we can scale it up or down as necessary, and build. No additional work necessary.
Let's say you have a client that is building a big spec house. The cost of a 1:30 or 1:40 model here, once we have the good AC file is neglible, maybe $100 or so. Some clients use such models in their marketing to send to very hot prospects.
Or, you can use them as big key fobs. Your choice
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Let's say you have a client that is building a big spec house. The cost of a 1:30 or 1:40 model here, once we have the good AC file is neglible, maybe $100 or so. Some clients use such models in their marketing to send to very hot prospects.
Or, you can use them as big key fobs. Your choice
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