Virtual Design & Construction

Virtual Design & Construction

See It Before You Build It: The Power of BIM & VDC

What if you could see, understand, and solve challenges in your project before construction even begins? At Bobbitt, we use BIM and VDC to bridge the gap between design and construction, helping project teams better understand, communicate, and execute complex ideas. By improving how spatial data is shared and visualized, these tools enhance collaboration throughout the entire design-build process.

Reality Capture

A Clear View of Existing Conditions

360° & LiDAR for Accurate Capture

Bobbitt uses 360° camera and LiDAR technologies to accurately capture existing spaces, providing the visual and spatial context necessary for informed design and estimating.

Smart Progress Tracking Tools

As projects move into construction, tools like Matterport, RealityScan, and OpenSpace continue to provide essential progress documentation for the project team.

The Value to Our Clients

Matterport allows clients to clearly see surveyed conditions, creating a shared visual reference that strengthens communication across the project team. Its intuitive online viewer makes it easy to access and share the survey with stakeholders, helping keep everyone aligned and informed throughout the process.

Matterport 360° capture of existing site conditions Matterport and Drone Photogrammetry
Aerial LiDAR capture of a job site
Drone photogrammetry 3D model of a school campus Aerial drone photo of an athletic field and stadium Aerial drone photo of a building rooftop Aerial drone photo of a job site

Drone Photography

Capturing a New Perspective from Above

Drone Imaging for Smart Project Insights

Bobbitt uses drone photography to capture imagery and video that can be utilized in a variety of ways. Not only serving as a powerful visual tool, aerial imagery can also be processed using photogrammetry software to provide spatial data that can inform design at the earliest stages of a project.

The Value to Our Clients

Drone photography provides an accessible visual context of a site while also unlocking perspectives that enable a more comprehensive understanding of site features.

Visualization

Bringing Designs to Life Before Construction

VDC Team

Our VDC team uses photorealistic rendering tools to create accurate, detailed perspectives of the proposed design. These in-house capabilities support more informed design decision-making and improve communication across all project disciplines and stakeholders.

The Value to Our Clients

Clients can visualize design elements previously limited to 2D plans and elevations, enabling greater collaboration between the client and project team. Additionally, Bobbitt’s rendering tools provide useful assets for marketing and fundraising efforts.

Photorealistic rendering of a proposed school design
Photorealistic rendering of a proposed school design, alternate view
SAMS 4D animated construction schedule Bobbitt VDC SAMS 4D Animated Schedule Watch on YouTube

4D Scheduling

Visual Planning and Optimization

Smarter Planning Through 4D Scheduling

Bobbitt uses 4D scheduling to link the project schedule with the 3D model, allowing us to visualize construction sequencing before work begins. This helps identify conflicts early, improve coordination, and optimize phasing for a more efficient build.

The Value to Our Clients

4D scheduling gives clients a clearer understanding of how construction activities will progress over time, helping improve planning, reduce disruptions, and increase confidence in project sequencing. By identifying potential conflicts early and optimizing phasing before work begins, projects can move more efficiently with stronger coordination and fewer surprises in the field.

Other ways Bobbitt uses BIM/VDC to enhance the design-build process:

Clash detection model showing MEP conflicts

Clash Detection

Enables effective design collaboration between disciplines, reducing RFIs, delays, and rework.

Person using a virtual reality headset to tour a design

Virtual Reality (VR)

VR-capable tours provide an interactive walkthrough experience prior to construction.

3D laser scan point cloud of a building

Reality Capture & Laser Scanning

3D laser scanning captures real-world conditions with high accuracy, reducing rework costs, while real-time comparisons between as-built and design models help prevent costly discrepancies.

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