Monday, September 10, 2018

Project Presentation Using Lumion 6.0



Watch this Lumion 6.0 animation presentation


Just want to share my latest project presentation Using Lumion 6.0. 

The most notable changes to Lumion 6 are the inclusion of so many new features, such as PureGlass, Speedray Reflections, Hyperlight 2 and OmniShadow. These features focus on the subtlety of your designs and emphasizes the larger impact that it has on your overall scene. Making elements like surface texture, reflection, light variations and shadow depth a priority brings realism to your visualization that can make your vision a reality and sell your idea. Check out why Lumion has developed these incredible new technologies, and how it can change the way you design!

OmniShadow
Accurate shadow rendering is essential to presenting a realistic design. Important visual cues and structural forms are dependent on shadowing. OmniShadow technology enhances small details and renders models more solid and effective. 





Hyperlight 2
Subtle light variations can be the difference between a natural looking visualization and an artificial one. The colors of materials rely heavily on the way light bounces between surfaces. The new Hyperlight 2 calculates the light on surfaces with detailed accuracy.


PureGlass 
Glass is commonly used in architecture and design visualizations. PureGlass technology offers you a selection of transparent, translucent and frosted glass that looks more compelling and realistic than ever.


Speedray Reflections
Materials are brought to life with realistic reflections. Speedray™ Reflections renders reflections with high efficiency to achieve a believable look to glass, water, marble, wood and metal surfaces. Now you can massively improve your image quality.

Saturday, September 1, 2018

Tips to Save Money When Building House on a Budget


Tips to Save Money When Building a New House on a Budget
1. HIRE A GOOD ARCHITECT
          A Good Architect Will Give you...

  • A Good Design equals a Good House
  • Efficient Floor Plan...Optimal Room Sizes/No Wastage
  • Sustainable Design...Low Running/Maintenance Cost
  • Good Finishes...Finishes Carry the Biggest Cost

2. KEEP THE DESIGN SIMPLE
      A Simple Design Means...
  • Floor Plan-Square/Rectangular plan are cost effective
  • Open Plan Living - More Day lighting and Sociable living
  • Space Utilization - Multiple Space Function
  • Roof Design - Complex Roof Design means More Cost 


3. BUY STOCK PLANS
      A Fraction of Professional Fee...
  • Most of Plans can be Amended on Site to Suit the Client's Needs with Marginal Cost
  • Most of these books are outdated lack of any Serious Professional and design Input
4. SMALL IS SMARTER
       Build Small means Small Cost...
  • Scale Down - Get Rid of Stuff/Space you do not need...
  • Climate - Design for the Regional Climate...
  • Space Utilization - Use Some Spaces for Multiple Function...


5.  HIRE THE BEST BUILDER
     Biggest and Most Important Decision!
  • Minor Variations - A Home Build on Budget
  • No Time Over Runs - Build Within the Contract Period
  • Good Workmanship - A Home Without Shortcuts
  • Experience - Good Connection with Subcontractors hence cheaper to buy in Bulk at discounts.
6. BID OUT YOUR COST
    Compare Cost or Call Referrals
  • A Low Quote - Could mean Poor Workmanship...Resulting Future Expensive Repairs and Maintenance
  • Optimal Quote -  Could mean a Builders Discount and Good Connection with Suppliers
  • A High Quote - Could mean Too many Subcontractors Involved or Building Materials are SubPar
7. SHOP FOR FIXTURES AND FITTINGS YOURSELF
    A Good Architect will Give You...
  • Floor and Wall Tile - Color and Design
  • Toilet and Kitchen Fixtures 
  • Cabinets and Wardrobes Design
8. MANAGE THE PROJECT
    Don't let the Project Run Away from You!
  • The Project is executed as designed
  • Stick to the Specification and Good Workmanship
  • To Avoid Any Budget Over runs.
  • To Avoid Time Over runs..