Highlights
THE BOTTOM LINE
3D laser scanning and BIM model development were critical tools for The Worcester Art Museum, providing highly accurate digital representations of the existing space for the architect and contractors to plan renovation and construction with precision.
INDUSTRY
Construction & Renovation
SERVICE
3D Laser Scanning, Drone Surveying, Mapping & Modeling
LOCATION
Worcester, Massachusetts
PM Insight
Deliverables
3D Revit Model, Aerial Drone Photography & Videography, Deformation Mapping Services
PROJECT APPLICATION
The museum received critical as-built data to modernize its approach to strategic planning and facility management.
ASK
Task
The Worcester Art Museum had deferred maintenance by over 30 years and needed accurate building layout and measurements to complete extensive renovations to revitalize their historic campus. This multi-phase renovation project focused on improving accessibility and sustainability, as part of a ten-year campaign and is set to conclude in 2028.
PROBLEM
- The Worcester Art Museum had completed little maintenance and capital improvements due to resource constraints
- Multiple expansion campaigns in the 1920s, 1930s, late 1960s, and a final addition in 1983 have contributed to the museum's architectural complexity
- The museum’s architectural, structural, and MEP system updates were not documented during the building campaigns; the existing as-built drawings do not reflect structural modifications and updates to electrical or plumbing systems
Solution
- Existing Conditions, a GPRS Company, provided the museum with critical data to modernize its approach to strategic planning and facility management
- The Worcester Art Museum received precise and comprehensive 3D digital representation of the museum’s as-built environment using laser scanning and aerial drone technology
- This technology enabled the creation of an accurate, data-rich 3D Revit model to streamline facility management and renovation planning
- Cloud-based computing allowed the Worcester Art Museum to share deliverables with their teams and expedite project planning
Benefits
As the Worcester Art Museum progresses toward completing its renovation project over the next five years, Existing Conditions will remain a dedicated partner, providing ongoing support and expertise.
- Accurate As-Built Data: Eliminated outdated and inaccurate paper records
- Enhanced Project Planning: The digital documentation supported architects, engineers, and contractors in their strategic planning efforts
- Improved Facility Management: The 3D model provided museum leadership with a powerful tool to streamline maintenance and renovations
- Support for Accessibility Improvements: Enabled more efficient planning for ADA-compliant upgrades, including elevator replacements