Reconstruction of an Old Farmhouse
For the reconstruction of an old farmhouse in Wattenwil near Berne (Switzerland), AAP Atelier für Architektur und Planung AG performed the survey by 3D laser scanning as well as the analysis and interpretation by using the software PointCab by Laserscanning Europe.
Since the property had mostly been empty during the last years (because of high costs for maintenance), a reconstruction should be accomplished in order to be able to fully use the landmarked building as a home.
As survey method, laser scanning was the perfect solution for obtaining precise plans as a basis for planning for restoration works. Due to the fast and accurate capture with a laser scanner, time and, thus, also expenses for restoration works have been reduced.
With the gained data, the effort and the material requirements for all refurbishment measures could be accurately determined since even the smallest deformations and irregularities could be precisely captured.
Facts:
- aim of the project: reconstruction of a farmhouse
- survey with laser scanner FARO Photon 120/20 on site
- period for the survey: 2 days (each 8 hours)
- documentation of supporting structure, facades, floor plans etc.
- result: 30 scans; connection of the scans via reference points
- analysis and interpretation of the scan data with PointCab
- period for analysis and processing of data: 40 hours
Why PointCab?
- read in the data in the CAD system ARCHICAD without problems
- easy handling and perfect function
- highly accurate results
- relatively short calculation period
