Highlights
THE BOTTOM LINE
A 3D laser scan and drone survey will provide accurate documentation of the building’s existing conditions, delivering the as-built data needed to plan exterior restorations and design the interior space.
INDUSTRY
Construction & Renovation
SERVICE
3D Laser Scanning, Drone Surveying, Mapping & Modeling
LOCATION
New York, New York
PM Insight
The apartment still needs millions of dollars’ worth of finishing and refurbishing. The home was sold to Scott Lynn, CEO of Masterworks, as an unfinished white box–just steel beams and unfinished interiors painted white–knowing that the owner would come in with their own visions for the penthouse.
Deliverables
Point Cloud, 2D CAD Floor Plans, RCPs, TruViews, 3D Revit Model, Drone Video and Imagery, 3D Virtual Tour
PROJECT APPLICATION
ASK
Task
An architect required precise documentation of the existing conditions of The Pinnacle Penthouse, an iconic five-floor residence located at the top of the Woolworth Building, plus a number of deliverables, including a point cloud, 2D CAD floor plans & RCPs, 3D Revit model, and drone imagery to plan for exterior restoration and design the interior living space.
PROBLEM
- The Pinnacle Penthouse required a large amount of exterior structural modifications to the façade and envelope conditions, as the purchaser desired to restore portions of the exterior to more closely reflect the original 1913 Cas Gilbert design.
- The interior living space was a blank slate, the architect desired to fully exploit the spatial and experiential opportunities of this unique residence.
- The residence required modern updates to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to infuse 21st century luxuries into the historic space.
Solution
- 3D laser scanning and a drone survey will provide highly accurate and detailed documentation of the building’s existing conditions, serving as a crucial foundation for planning exterior restoration efforts.
- Precise spatial layouts, structural elements, and architectural details will be used to create a state-of-the-art floor plan of the interior living space.
Benefits
- 3D laser scanning provided a comprehensive digital record of the building, allowing for updates and improvements, while preserving key architectural elements.
- A 3D Revit model helped to detect design conflicts between disciplines like architecture, engineering, and plumbing, while also helping to generate detailed schedules and cost estimates.
- With precise restoration and design plans, the Architect can streamline fieldwork and minimize change orders, plus avoid delays and extra costs.
- The drone imagery helped identify potential weaknesses, assess material conditions, and support restoration efforts while ensuring that any changes aligned with the building’s historical and architectural significance.
CASE STUDY GALLERY
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