A GPRS Case Study

Worcester Art Museum Required 3D Revit Model for Renovation

Worcester Art Museum Required 3D Revit Model for Renovation
"As the Worcester Art Museum began developing its master renovation plan, it was evident that a comprehensive 3D model was necessary to capture the complexity of the 125-year-old facility. Partnering with Existing Conditions to scan the facility and translate the data into a Revit model will assist the Museum in its strategic planning effort and support the design and engineering teams."
Seth Wiseman
OPM, ConForm Lab

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

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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

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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

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