Viewing scenes
What is a scene
A Scene is a structured workspace within a project that serves as a container for multiple data sets, such as point clouds, meshes, and Building Information Models (BIM). Scenes enable users to group and manage these artefacts coherently, facilitating efficient visualisation and collaborative review of all (relevant) project artefacts in spatial context.
The primary purpose of Scenes is to streamline contexualization of data when working on large-scale or multi-area or multi-period projects, thereby improving operational efficiency.
Supported data types in a scene:
Point Cloud
Mesh
Model
Check here for all supported file formats.
Applications of Scenes
Design-to-As-Built Verification
Scenes enable systematic comparison between design intent and actual site conditions. By juxtaposing BIM and reality capture data at defined milestones, discrepancies can be identified promptly, mitigating the risk of costly rework.
This can be done by creating an Inspection against one point cloud and one model within a scene.
Progress Tracking Across Phases
Distinct Scenes or distinct Nodes within a single Scene may be established for each construction phase—such as foundation, structural framing, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) installation—providing a clear visual record of progress and compliance with project specifications.
Impact Assessment of Design Modifications
When design alterations occur, Scenes facilitate controlled overlay of revised models against previous states. This capability supports comprehensive impact analysis, ensuring that changes do not adversely affect interconnected systems.
This can be done by creating a Visual Comparison scene with the previous and new Assets. If the two Assets consist of one point cloud and one model, you can create an Inspection to analyze and quantify the changes.
Stakeholder Communication and Reporting
Curated Scenes offer a precise and intelligible representation of project status and modifications, enhancing transparency during client presentations, coordination meetings, and regulatory reviews.
Once created and curated, invite members to the project or share the scene directly with a URL.
Historical Traceability and Auditability
Maintaining a chronological sequence of Scenes across project stages creates a robust visual archive. This archive underpins forensic analysis, post-project evaluation, and continuous improvement