Stadthaus, Zürich

Historic buildings fascinate with their complex structures, detailed decorations and unique deformations. For architects, they are an exciting challenge that can be mastered with state-of-the-art technology.

In practice, however, architects often come up against limits. Standardized CAD software offers efficient solutions for new buildings, but special challenges arise with listed existing buildings:

Complex geometries: Warped walls, irregular shapes and historical decorations are difficult to capture using conventional CAD programs.

Variety of details: Stucco, carvings and ornamental façade elements require the utmost precision and are very time-consuming to capture.

Missing as-built plans: Historical documents are often incomplete or inaccurate, which makes modeling difficult.

Thanks to state-of-the-art laser scanning technology, such as our Riegl VZ-400i, and an experienced team, we master these challenges with ease. Even the finest details are captured precisely and converted into exact 3D CAD models using individually developed software solutions. The result is a realistic planning basis that accurately depicts both complex geometries and intricate ornamentation.