The examples below demonstrate three key tools used for quality audio-visual design. Schematic diagramming using pictorial representations, Revit modeling and traditional AutoCAD, and Acoustical prediction and modeling using EASE.
Several advances in Revit modeling for AV are demonstrated. Advanced families have been created allowing most aspects of the AV design process to be modeled, analyzed and rendered. Families include advanced geometric equations to calculate projected image size (including lens shift, keystone artifacts, and simulations of light output), loudspeaker coverage, and recommended viewing distance.
Pictorial schematic diagrams provide a clear picture for systems integrators.
This sight line study was used to demonstrate to the architect and client the pitfalls of the wide seating layout.
Quality Details are Critical to any Good Design
This drawing was generated from a Revit Model. The worship space was designed in the 1960's and therefore only a partial set of blueprints was available. The Revit Model was created from the partial set and field observations.
Rendering of the Model
Rendering of the same model. The projection screen was rendered to approximate the contrast ratio, and brightness in conjunction with the ambient lighting.
Rendering of the DGA executive boardroom, also generated from a Revit Model.
Section view of an EASE model
Isometric view of the same model with the loudspeaker coverage data.