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A 2D plan shows where things go. A 3D model shows how it feels. When you can “walk” the room, see sunlight, and preview finishes at life-size, decisions get easy—and change orders become rare.
“If you can see it before we build it, we can price it, schedule it, and get it right the first time.”
What 3D Adds That 2D Can’t
- Scale & sightlines: Stand at your future sink and check island clearance, hood views, or TV sightlines.
- Lighting & daylight: Test window sizes, cabinet lighting, and night/ambient scenes before wiring starts.
- Material confidence: Swap countertop, tile, paint, and hardware options instantly—no boxes of samples needed.
- Code & clearances: Validate door swings, egress, stair geometry, and fixture spacing visually.
- Clash detection: Spot conflicts between beams, ducts, plumbing, and cabinetry early.
Fewer Surprises, Fewer Change Orders
Most mid-project changes happen because something looked different in real life than on paper. With 3D, you preview that “real life” up front. We lock scope sooner, order accurately, and keep your schedule intact.
“Change orders are cheapest in the model. That’s where we make them.”
Great Fits for 3D Modeling
- Kitchens & built-ins: Cabinet reveals, appliance clearances, and trim details.
- Bathrooms: Tile patterns, niche locations, glass heights, and lighting layers.
- Decks & porches: Post spacing, stair runs, roof tie-ins, and screen layouts.
- Additions & exteriors: Massing, rooflines, window rhythm, and materials.
What You Get from Our 3D Package
- View-anywhere model link you can open on phone, tablet, or desktop.
- Annotated stills (kitchen working triangle, storage zones, lighting notes).
- Option sets A/B/C for finishes or layouts.
- Sun & lighting studies (morning vs. evening, task vs. ambient).
- Dimensioned plans & elevations generated from the model for permits and fabrication.
How 3D Helps Budget & Schedule
- Accurate takeoffs: Cabinets, tile counts, trim lengths, and lighting fixtures pulled from the model mean fewer over/under orders.
- Lead-time clarity: We know exactly which items are critical path and can order early.
- Phasing & access: See temporary walls, dust barriers, and delivery paths before demo starts.
Our Process (Fast & Simple)
- Scan & measure: Photos + measurements or laser scan.
- First-pass model: Massing, layout, and key dimensions.
- Review: Live screen-share walkthrough; collect notes.
- Refine: Dial in finishes, lighting, and storage details.
- Finalize: Deliver the signed-off model, images, and build set.
Common Questions
- Do I still need 2D drawings? Yes—permits and trades rely on plans/elevations. We produce those from the 3D so everything matches.
- VR/AR? If you want, we can enable a phone-based AR view or headset walkthrough for complex spaces.
- Can I keep the model? You’ll have a view-only link plus PDFs; editable files are available upon request in the scope.
Quick Spec Checklist for Your 3D Quote
- Room photos and rough dimensions (ceiling height matters)
- Inspiration images and must-keep items (appliances, heirloom furniture)
- Lighting priorities (task vs. ambient), window orientation (sunrise/sunset)
- Finish direction (light wood, stone-look, painted, etc.)
- Decision deadline or install date you’re targeting
Ready to see your project before it’s built? We create clear, construction-ready 3D models for homes across Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Mount Airy, and nearby. Browse our portfolio or explore our services to get started.