3D Technology use is becoming popular in different industries. It is understood that the software used in the 3D industry is quite popular. Industries incorporating 3D modeling include the architecture, entertainment, science, gaming, publishing as well as the marketing industries. The real estate industry also uses 3D modeling of listings. 3D technology in real estate helps to make virtual tours and they eliminate the requirement for travel of clients living far away.
The 3D industry has several important terms. The 10 most important terms related to commercial construction that are used in the context of the 3D industry are as follows:-
1. 3D Visualization
3D visualization is the essence of 3D technology. There are two prime aspects of 3D visualization and they are 1) model that is created using geometry 2) model that is built into an animation or 2D image.
2. 3D Modelling
3D modeling is yet another term in the 3D industry. It involves the use of software to build a 3D model digitally.
In this context, it is important to understand that 3D graphics are not the same as the 3D model. A 3D model is created if a 3D object is mathematically expressed. Such models become a graphic if the data file is displayed or if it is opened.
A 3D model is made up of 3 axes and they are the X, Y, and Z and they respectively correspond to the width, height, and the depth.
3D modeling is of different kinds and they can be a polygon, a square or a triangle. NURMS is a 3D modeling type that does not use geometry but builds smoother surfaces.
3. 3D Rendering
3D rendering is another term in 3D visualization. The term corresponds to a process where conversion of 3D models to 3D images takes place. The length of time required for rendering varies from a few seconds to a few days and it mainly depends on the size of the data file.
4. 3D Render
It is the ultimate product in 3D visualization. The 3D Render can be a 2D image. It can be still of the 3D model.
5. 3D Home Design
3D Home Designing is extensively used in the architectural industry and commercial construction industry. The 3D software helps to design a house easily, quickly and perfectly. The software eliminates the imperfections caused by any hand-drawing.
6. 3D Interior Design
3D interior designs are an important term used in the 3D industry. The 3D interior designs are superb for the clients. The clients can check-out the designs, they can then accept them or they can offer feedback on the requirement.
7. 3D Walkthrough
3D Walkthrough is also referred to as a 3D flythrough. It is a video that is created using 3Dimensions. The purpose of 3D Walkthrough is to show-off a product. The 3D Walkthrough helps clients to understand the good features of a house. The Walkthroughs are usually interactive. A Flythrough on the contrary shows-off those features of a house that can’t be noticed unless one is physically present in the house. Both 3D Walkthroughs and Flythrough are used in the commercial construction and real estate industry.
8. Rendered Virtual Tour
3D Virtual tours are very similar to 3D Walkthroughs. With 3D renders the users have extra control over the interaction. A virtual tour is often completed using a few images on a second basis. Observations suggest that a virtual tour is of a low quality than a 2D image. Virtual tours and Flythrough are similar in many respects.
9. Floor Plan Rendering
Floor Plan Rendering is yet another term that is used in the 3D industry, commercial construction industry. It is a diagram depicting the arrangement of rooms on the building floor. Floor plan rendering is helpful for architects, interior designers or real estate agents.
10. Virtual Architecture
Virtual Architecture is a term that is used in the 3D industry. This term is used for architectures that are created digitally. Virtual Architectures refer to virtual tours and they refer to 3D models, walkthroughs, 3D renders, virtual tours, videos. Architectural rendering is categorized into various subcategories like house rendering, interior rendering, modern and contemporary architectural rendering. House rendering converts the home exterior into 3D visualization. Interior rendering focuses on home interiors.
Such rendering helps to show the home-layout without details. Contemporary architectural rendering and modern architectural rendering are other subcategories of architectural rendering. Modern architectural rendering includes simplified buildings and homes. Modern architects often use 3D modeling, they use rendering for designing purposes. It is to understand that the 3D visualizations are challenging for modern architectures because of their asymmetry and their curvatures.
Above are highlighted the important terms that are popular in the 3D industry. These terms find the application and use in the real estate industry. For additional information on these terms visit relevant resources available online.
