https://www.designxy.ltd/contact daily 0.75 2024-11-30 https://www.designxy.ltd/privacy-policy daily 0.75 2023-12-20 https://www.designxy.ltd/calculator daily 0.75 2023-12-20 https://www.designxy.ltd/calculator-guide daily 0.75 2025-07-22 https://www.designxy.ltd/designxy daily 1.0 2026-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f158e3ad-abb2-4226-bb53-94fbf9dd467c/XY22-0191_3D-View_01z.jpeg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/90546315-e7ef-425b-9c8e-ae78d0df4b39/XY18-0102_2022.11.18-23.04.141.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e7bc5401-3e06-4290-a710-52ab65cd6925/XY21-0181_View-02a.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1c3be012-14d9-411d-9021-23cd0e33cdc5/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+04.png https://www.designxy.ltd/kris-barry daily 0.75 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7a6d41ba-19b9-4668-b338-f5d19d827dc3/RIBA-Crest.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal daily 0.75 2023-12-13 https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/life-dronfield-derbyshire-refurbishment monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/36e7fad1-e731-4922-ac3a-f04a5bc9d406/XY18-0102_2022.11.18-23.04.07.png Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project at sunrise https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5f2f4834-74b1-4c45-9b4c-c7b493735eea/XY18-0102_Building_Model_3-1_3D-View-1_Proposed.jpg Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project main entrance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/71749bd7-965a-4265-abcc-f26533d4443d/XY18-0102_Building_Model_3-1_3D-View-2_Proposed.jpg Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project courtyard view https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b01bab83-ab8d-4b14-805c-2f39899a3d48/XY18-0102_2022.11.18-23.04.28.png Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project in the mid afternoon sun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a9ce1e62-1dad-4b90-976c-8c4af5154695/XY18-0102_Building_Model_3-1_3D-View-3_Proposed.jpg Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project main hall beneath the mezzanine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/6a8b3d48-6a85-4ee4-8b53-81d096a440d7/XY18-0102_Building_Model_3-1_3D-View-4_Proposed.jpg Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project main hall view https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/dc37a03d-f7e9-4c2b-91a2-433941136652/XY18-0102_2022.11.18-23.04.50.png Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project in inclement weather https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/215e53f4-daf1-48cf-b4fd-8e3e29c01b7d/XY18-0102_Building_Model_3-1_3D-View-6_Proposed.jpg Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield courtyard view showing the entrances https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/79fa8c28-996e-451c-818e-a3671e08ebf4/XY18-0102_Building_Model_3-1_3D-View-7_Proposed.jpg Journal - Life Dronfield [Derbyshire | Refurbishment] The Life Dronfield project main hall https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/whirlow-grange-drive-sheffield-extension monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/960f3610-2dfb-4a5f-94ac-d4c28a10387e/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B11.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] The alternative scheme is clad in stone, rather than the metallic skin of the original option https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/dae14f49-a787-4d8b-81db-1a6bb1d533ec/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B04.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] A view from above shows the shape and materials used https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ff8b6bba-a791-4f84-8de5-3920d686412e/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B12.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] The second option includes a pond, outside of the lounge space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/384a2144-072c-4652-85b2-c00aa70baa9e/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B05.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] The shadows of the adjacent trees are cast across the extension https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5d6ae982-4c84-480c-a501-7bbef4027221/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B13.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] The proportions of the glazing to the kitchen area have been altered, to create a second panoramic window https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fd99bdf3-8e38-475b-bad8-69981aa8d46e/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B14.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] The second option includes a pond, outside of the lounge space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/853fd96f-ac44-4adb-aca3-78bd6cb4fa76/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B15.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] The view from the window seat, of the pond and planting outside https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7db51b05-5782-46de-b49e-953726e2c4cc/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B08.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] Stood next to the panoramic window, the garden is now at a level where it can be appreciated in more detail https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1c3dc1e9-b953-444c-836c-77e3e499fdab/XY20-0149%2B-%2B3D%2BView%2B16.png Journal - Whirlow Grange Drive [Sheffield | Extension] A wider angle shot, showing the combined kitchen, dining and lounge areas https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/the-close-sheffield-conversion monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e7bc5401-3e06-4290-a710-52ab65cd6925/XY21-0181_View-02a.png Journal - The Close [Sheffield | Conversion] A rendering of the front facade, generated from our Revit model, using Twinmotion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/be763f5c-d843-40d9-8676-b9a0d8f2bd05/XY21-0181_View-01a.png Journal - The Close [Sheffield | Conversion] A rendering of the front facade from an alternative angle, generated from our Revit model, using Twinmotion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9144609d-1230-43f2-b893-1591f99e76f7/XY21-0181_View-01c.png Journal - The Close [Sheffield | Conversion] A rendering of the front facade at sunset, demonstrating the benefits of using Twinmotion to explore variations in time of day, seasons and weather. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/church-view-croft-sheffield-new-build monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e3a5b011-d490-465d-a47d-445196ec570e/XY22-0191_3D-View_02.jpg Journal - Church View Croft [Sheffield | New Build] Interior rendering of a typical kitchen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5ac09404-d81f-48e0-b91b-0ca0bea82ae4/XY22-0191_3D-View_04.jpg Journal - Church View Croft [Sheffield | New Build] Interior rendering of a typical bedroom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3958aec3-cc57-4dd9-ba62-aa16e64cf98b/XY22-0191_3D-View_05.jpg Journal - Church View Croft [Sheffield | New Build] Interior rendering of a typical living room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7568e445-725b-4742-a36f-a382bed5c5de/XY22-0191_3D-View_01y.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/brocco-bank-sheffield-extension monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5dffe22d-e7c3-4b21-8faf-73488b7b29df/XYPP-0006_13.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] A modern and contrasting extension to the existing house with large amounts of glazing to provide views through from the main highway to the rear garden for the owners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ccbd8bd6-e021-40c0-aa49-bd59adba7244/XYPP-0006_01.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] Internal reconfiguration created a large open plan kitchen-diner space with a sitting area to the end for use by all the family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5cc00da6-0149-44ee-944c-9836ca2cf057/XYPP-0006_12.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] Large amounts of glazing to the front of the extension bring in lots of natural daylight to the internal space beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/96217458-1969-45c7-86c2-57ee666ba2bc/XYPP-0006_02.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] Large amounts of glazing to the front of the extension bring in lots of natural daylight to the internal space beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/d5163c58-9164-4655-8ff3-f88d1b5e897e/XYPP-0006_11.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] A roof canopy at the rear link together the kitchen-diner extension with the bedroom extension to create one seamless design feature. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5ceff2fb-0081-4022-a1cf-0882a1e36a9c/XYPP-0006_03.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] An almost fully glazed wall, including sliding doors, to the rear of the new kitchen-diner extension brings in natural light and frames views of the rear garden. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/34bb6027-31f4-4112-a9ff-65349034a029/XYPP-0006_05.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] Re-landscaping the rear garden gave level access from the kitchen-diner into the outside space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f07a59dd-60ee-4149-82bb-6c33ab484443/XYPP-0006_06.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] A bedroom extension with a fully glazed rear wall, including sliding doors with a level access threshold, has give the family’s disabled child both views and access into the garden that were not previously possible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/0319c37f-70bf-447a-8946-c76667c4c38e/XYPP-0006_09.jpg Journal - Brocco Bank [Sheffield | Extension] Incorporating glazing into the wall of the basement staircase helps open up the hallway visually as well as bring borrowed light into the space from above. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/highfield-rise-sheffield-extension monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/bfa23c70-27fe-4a00-8a2d-19d83a3c6685/XY19-0127_Building-Model_3-2_View_04.png Journal - Highfield Rise [Sheffield | Extension] This downward view shows the composition of the two-storey element (containing the stairs) and the single storey element (containing the kitchen). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/2cd9f736-2f95-427e-a404-d281c7df313f/XY19-0127_Building-Model_3-2_View_06.png Journal - Highfield Rise [Sheffield | Extension] The new extension is partially ‘sunken’ within the garden, bringing the lawn and planting closer to the occupants eye level. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b8788427-cf65-4c3e-85bc-af937e59da9d/XY19-0127_Building-Model_3-2_View_05.png Journal - Highfield Rise [Sheffield | Extension] Looking down from overhead, the proposed balcony area overlooks the garden, and provides an external space, accessible from the new bedroom. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/christadelphian-church-chesterfield-feasibility monthly 0.5 2023-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/326ae05d-0f1a-4825-aa29-ba666bfd06c3/XY19-0130_Christadelphians_Op4_Sketch_2020-01-10.jpg Journal - Christadelphian Church [Chesterfield | Feasibility] A concept sketch, drawn early in the Feasibility process. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a2f4b974-22ba-4aff-bb04-50421445208e/XY19-0130_Building_Model_2-0_3D-View-1.jpg Journal - Christadelphian Church [Chesterfield | Feasibility] One option presented to the client for consideration, is remarkably similar to the initial concept sketch, requiring little further development to the external form. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e660638c-1b4a-4984-920c-369b85b6487d/XY19-0130_Building_Model_2-0_3D-View-4.jpg Journal - Christadelphian Church [Chesterfield | Feasibility] The worship space benefits from access to the servery area, in the corner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4e3e4188-d8a9-4465-a54e-533db00b184b/XY19-0130_Building_Model_2-0_3D-View-3x.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/meredith-road-sheffield-new-house monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/dd99e837-2fb6-4d82-ba50-c957a48de7f1/13-030_Building_Model_4-14_South-West_Existing.jpg Journal - Meredith Road [Sheffield | New House] It was agreed with the client that the existing stone frontage to the property was to be retained, albeit in an altered configuration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/17a6a544-54e4-4fc3-b158-386bb6e9b093/13-030_Building_Model_4-14_South-West_Proposed.jpg Journal - Meredith Road [Sheffield | New House] The proposals require the introduction of a steel frame which will allow for the open plan spaces required internally, but will also make a rapid fit-out of the property possible, once the steelwork is erected. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/94b48647-94ce-4a81-8335-3ebf1ac5f377/13-030_Building_Model_4-14_South-East_Proposed.jpg Journal - Meredith Road [Sheffield | New House] The formation of new dormers will provide more space at first floor level, as respite accommodation for family members that come to assist in the care of the main occupant. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/springvale-road-sheffield-extension monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fba2feb1-ed03-4232-b024-74cc6c0d36bf/IMG_2536.JPG Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The initial sketch, drawn as Kris was leaving the office, to remind himself of the concept. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3d7a706b-1ce9-46ec-a385-cf718074171c/IMG_8724.jpeg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The view of the entrance hall on entering the property. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b32ea38b-24eb-42df-9359-a989d33ad37e/IMG_2819.JPG Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] James Cornell (Wombat Construction Ltd) with Kris, on site. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/bdde4a7c-54b6-4609-b76d-5912f5eefcfd/XYPP-0007_81.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The project approaching completion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3d039795-d20d-4e54-ad50-8eac465a494d/XYPP-0007_07.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] Cutting of the reinforcement was carried out on site. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/d19a3258-5eab-44b2-bfa8-0a8392a52ee2/XYPP-0007_11.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] Installing the suspended timber floor to the new extension. A deep void space was created between the house floor level and natural ground level below. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/df1b170c-4c4e-45f8-a964-b30a31b88643/IMG_8729.jpeg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The kitchen / dining space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e0283385-3b37-4a3d-83ef-b6208ea00a90/XYPP-0007_17.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The stone wall base to the extension is almost complete and gives a feeling of the size of the finished extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f6e875e1-8d1e-47d7-8ad0-dec5dd3caa9b/IMG_8730.jpeg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The internal window connects the entrance to the habitable space of the dining room. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/416151fc-16b4-4916-8c98-893c156722ee/XYPP-0007_52.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] Timber wall studs and timber roof structure are installed on to the stone wall base of the extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/43e746ac-08f1-48ed-8041-f1b4d51d27ca/XYPP-0007_54.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] The roof structure is completed with holes for the rooflights and a hidden gutter detail incorporated into the design. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b9c7b7be-b607-4dd6-bdf1-83b4258510da/XYPP-0007_73.jpg Journal - Springvale Road [Sheffield | Extension] Shadow gap detail to the edge capping for parts of the parapet style walls at roof level. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/foxwood-industrial-park-chesterfield-new-build monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/2f460008-d397-4eed-9c2a-1055c92a472e/XYPP-0008_04.jpg Journal - Foxwood Industrial Park [Chesterfield | New Build] Part way through the construction of the industrial units with the shells almost complete. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/28a8ba0e-37a8-4063-b15e-aa41dd35615d/XYPP-0008_05.jpg Journal - Foxwood Industrial Park [Chesterfield | New Build] Neat detailing of the junctions between wall and roof materials, especially at corners, give a crisp finish to the industrial unit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7b7a6555-c804-43de-8617-845d69d46169/XYPP-0008_09.jpg Journal - Foxwood Industrial Park [Chesterfield | New Build] Different ‘shop fronts’ were fitted to the industrial units to offer flexibility for rental to a range of tenant types, with some having windows and a standard door as well as roller shutters. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1714655d-95c7-45d3-9d5c-0ff7546831c0/XYPP-0008_14.jpg Journal - Foxwood Industrial Park [Chesterfield | New Build] The industrial unit complex is complete. Tenants moved in and provided their own signage within a specified zone on the front of the unit https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f36d9f11-78d4-4c70-924f-d4c16029efc8/XYPP-0008_15.jpg Journal - Foxwood Industrial Park [Chesterfield | New Build] Internally the industrial units were left open plan for tenants to fit out in a way that suited them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3cf39cb4-27ae-490d-8209-fc4d70a6df1f/XYPP-0008_19.jpg Journal - Foxwood Industrial Park [Chesterfield | New Build] Mechanical and Electrical services were left exposed in the roof spaces at the top of the units for ease of access for maintenance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/d241961d-6e24-4962-9e6b-a03f8b928d61/XYPP-0008_02x.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/langsett-avenue-sheffield-extension monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7d00ad72-7324-4f5b-a771-973fe2561ded/XYPP-0009_07.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] The concrete floor is poured and the party wall starts to be constructed as part of the overall extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/056cba8c-1f2e-4395-9359-623ce6d705a4/XYPP-0009_09.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] The timber roof structure is starting to be installed and the full size of the extension can be seen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/bf998c79-cc06-4615-abf2-e067eb34f0cf/XYPP-0009_10.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] Structural bracing is installed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e9336d5a-0af1-4a7e-a94a-fe5769829aea/XYPP-0009_11.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] Additional timber structure is installed for the rooflights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fa58d12c-7f62-428b-abf3-dffe5ce89928/XYPP-0009_12.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] Window opening with curved brickwork head detail to match those of the existing house. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/63035e88-6a5d-4778-965c-8f7e07c8b6bc/XYPP-0009_14.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] The new kitchen units and worktops, with a feature island, is fitted in the more spacious open plan kitchen-diner created by the extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/efc84222-4b33-4912-af3a-0b23cbca6465/XYPP-0009_18.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] View of the completed extension and re-built garden party wall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e84d7508-c7d3-4368-a684-33140a28fcc6/XYPP-0009_19.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] The new sliding bi-fold doors to the rear of the ground floor extension bring in large amounts of natural light to the open plan kitchen-diner space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/bc9757a6-4d5c-46fc-b1b5-596611dbc161/XYPP-0009_20.jpg Journal - Langsett Avenue [Sheffield | Extension] Sliding bi-fold doors, rooflights and windows to the side wall bring lots of natural daylight into the new, modern and spacious kitchen-diner. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/stubbin-wood-school-mansfield-splash-pool monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/d4da66ad-1b59-4c38-8c5d-a325e339f1be/XYPP-0010_01.jpg Journal - Stubbin Wood School [Mansfield | Splash Pool] A photo of the school’s previous inadequate splash pool facility. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/84b4c14e-0cf5-484c-9484-d0f46541d6d1/XYPP-0010_06.jpg Journal - Stubbin Wood School [Mansfield | Splash Pool] The splash pool facility was modelled entirely in 3D, allowing accurate renderings of the space to be produced. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e266ea36-264f-41f4-b505-219038489c92/XYPP-0010_11.jpg Journal - Stubbin Wood School [Mansfield | Splash Pool] Natural light pours through the different coloured panels of the feature windows to the new splash pool facility. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/27512d83-748f-4093-a89d-5579a1820b5f/XYPP-0010_05.jpg Journal - Stubbin Wood School [Mansfield | Splash Pool] Sunlight on the walls demonstrates the accuracy of the computer model. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/88324b25-ec10-4763-88c3-45052ad15305/XYPP-0010_07.jpg Journal - Stubbin Wood School [Mansfield | Splash Pool] The hoist track is completed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9a61320d-1006-4b81-81d4-0bb1df07bad6/XYPP-0010_03.jpg Journal - Stubbin Wood School [Mansfield | Splash Pool] External view of the new splash pool facility under construction. https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/level-of-detail-time-quality-cost monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9f000eda-559b-4b79-83f7-04a2670ec4f4/XY20-0154%2802%29001_4-0+-+Floor+Plans+as+Existing.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] CAD / BIM 01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/6067f426-3846-4ed8-8b5c-ef1367d64fd3/XY20-0147_3D_View_05.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Plan 01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a82856c6-eb5d-4fac-bed7-6a4eebd68462/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+02.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Unreal 01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/c936aa75-1749-42fe-837c-fae42f249e31/XY20-0154%2807%29001_4-0+-+Floor+Plans+as+Proposed.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] CAD / BIM 02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4671dee8-1f6e-412a-89df-ed55ca465af5/XY20-0147_3D_View_04.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Plan 02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1c3be012-14d9-411d-9021-23cd0e33cdc5/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+04.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Unreal 02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/16007e9e-7f8a-49e6-938b-9bec22553f41/XY20-0154%2803%29001_4-0+-+Elevations+as+Existing.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] CAD / BIM 03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/28d32216-6608-4611-bfc0-113253f71ef3/XY20-0147_3D_View_03.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Plan 03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4484afa2-b877-4433-82d9-025eb2e4f1c8/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+05.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Unreal 03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9ef5baf2-d2b9-4ed9-809e-8862c98fe701/XY20-0154%2808%29001_4-0+-+Elevations+as+Proposed.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] CAD / BIM 04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f046cfec-3d41-482a-ba46-0930bfc84f33/XY20-0147_3D_View_02.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Plan 04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/211efcc1-933a-4d3c-ab90-11d1946c2f2a/XY20-0147_3D_View_01.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Plan 05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/6f953d6f-ab72-4c4f-a33b-e26d1a905ac4/XY20-0147_3D_View_09.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Section 01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4871c3d4-ff24-411c-9589-d4e2ef44da16/XY20-0147_3D_View_08.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Section 02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9583a8b2-8043-4b26-abe6-0cedc4312649/XY20-0154%2821%29001_4-0+-+Section+Details.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] CAD / BIM 05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4302b198-a2ed-4594-abc0-0674f05e40f8/XY20-0147_3D_View_07.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Section 03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9f9b0979-aae1-439f-9db2-1c58ad9870e6/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+15.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Unreal 04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/561cf6a6-9ac6-4016-a7f1-b1cc71f2c602/XY20-0154%2823%29001_4-0+-+Plan+Details.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] CAD / BIM 06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/85bcb2b1-6537-4b27-88ff-cbcbde749623/XY20-0147_3D_View_06.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Live Section 04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1ff68ca1-da92-4847-bd70-340f0e143876/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+16.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Unreal 05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/0066a619-9af7-4e90-afca-d11f9f8b2628/XY20-0147_3D_View_12.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Perspective Plan 01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/be304a74-f4a1-4a82-b8cb-b54c70530b64/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+18.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Unreal 06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/2a4775da-6d4d-4306-8f58-5f2d99f70c6b/XY20-0149%2800%29011_3-0_3D-View-01-as-Proposed-Option-1a.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Perspective Plan 02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ca2db683-e83c-4299-a608-1e750b64cf4b/XY20-0149%2800%29012_3-0_3D-View-02-as-Proposed-Option-1a.png Journal - Level of Detail : Time x Quality = Cost [DXY Journal] Perspective Plan 03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/9c08fde0-a0de-4b7d-bd9e-6ace250e429e/XY22-JRNL_2022-03-31_LoD_01x.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/unreal-part-4-architecture-and-practice monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3f8aa863-fbb5-43f8-9abc-275ba2a5dbce/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_01x.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] A 2D plan view of the property as existing; the building model is developed in Revit LT. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/078237ef-9595-4dc1-81b0-2541b7db88c2/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_08.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] The Revit LT model, having been imported via Blender, in the Brush Wireframe mode; the vertices and polygons of the model are clearly visible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/c4df7a0b-7ca4-4a85-816e-2ae9b9a4bca3/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_15.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In an early working concept version of the model, the existing building is modelled, but has not yet received any materials on its surface. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/dbf14393-1c10-4eae-b332-5c2272b5cbb8/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_02x.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] A 2D plan view of the property as proposed. Although the information appears to be flat, this is ‘looking down’ into a 3D model. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1de088a4-2268-4d8c-a3f2-fe875c593bea/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_09.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] The Visibility Collision mode shows everything within the 3D model that Unreal Engine recognises as capable of causing an interaction with other objects. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/96f048a8-4971-483c-9741-d30f95721adf/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_16.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In a more developed state, Option 1 shows a metal standing seam system as the external finish to the residential extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ca90377c-1957-419c-bc55-91606329f4fa/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_03x.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] The first 3D view from Revit LT, shows the house as existing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/efda3eda-48c1-42d2-b68b-c0d0859cfa95/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_11.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In the Detail Lighting mode, the texture of the model is also visible, with every bump or variance on a surface creating depth and therefore shadows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/024b81ef-8bdd-47d4-8873-cbee572afb2c/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_17.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] A picture window in the wall of the living area serves to frame a dramatic view of the planting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/2eb33ad5-2826-44c6-a74e-811af333dce5/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_04x.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] This 3D view from Revit LT, shows the house as proposed from the same angle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fc190c1c-4b86-4fae-bf1a-ce433212d761/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_12.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In the Unlit mode, only the colour and texture of the materials are visible, in a uniform wash of light; this makes issues in the model more apparent, when they may otherwise be hidden in shadows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4bc2b405-4389-4cb9-8d76-6449364fdeb7/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_18.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] Smaller windows, with similar proportions to the larger picture window, create more wall space for cupboards in the kitchen. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/bbb31443-ab9d-4b6f-961b-8f186017534f/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_05x.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] An additional perspective view, shows the 3D Revit LT model in the as existing form. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fad8daa7-6244-4850-8648-142833f0a89d/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_13.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In the Lit mode of Unreal Engine, the form, colour, texture and lighting come together in the model. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/31c5b457-9ccb-4193-89fe-b6ac6d61c1df/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_06x.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] From the same angle, the 3D Revit LT model shows the proposed form of the residential extension project. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a30a815c-47b8-4148-bc8e-dc617023ca20/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_14.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] On screen, the model developer can see the impact of the simulated breeze, with the planting swaying gently; this impacts the light rays through the trees, so the projected shadows also move on surfaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/99fe5420-85d7-4787-ad8b-dd69f4b727d5/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_21.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] With a cinematic camera set to create the view, the depth of field effect is plainly visible, as are the ribs in the standing seam cladding system. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/2e007812-a816-409c-a1b2-c84bb19ab1c3/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_22.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In a mood defining image, atmospheric haze allows the projected rays of the Sun to be seen through the moving branches and leaves of the trees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/860c6db9-d9da-4f03-b3ef-753c322f0d00/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_25.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In Option 2, the Client asked to see a stone material as the finish for the proposed residential extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/bb349e46-0554-4a4b-a185-d252b8afa164/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_26.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In this version of the model, the planes of the outer walls and roof are clearly differentiated, whereas in the previous option they read more as a single element. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/abbf7bfa-e8ce-4847-a5f1-506d9de5ea80/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_27.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] With dark grey frames and capping at parapet level, the stone elements of the proposed extension walls appear to be isolated from the original house. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b99e934f-e933-4d5a-8526-6dab2435208b/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_28.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] The stone textures (and other materials) within the model are of a high quality; these are obtained from the Quixel Megascans library, as a plugin to Unreal Engine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/6d9d1346-5553-4851-83c4-7ae9cdb1e3bc/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_29.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] In this Option 2 version of the model, the smaller picture windows of the previous iteration have been replaced with a larger window in the kitchen space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4a10860d-078b-4dff-a8c7-6bf96220125c/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_30.png Journal - Unreal Part 4 : Architecture + Practice [DXY Journal] The floor material is stepped up to form a window seat; the occupants can sit by the pond and talk in the kitchen area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/edccd5a3-d9ac-45c8-96e6-0052283efa73/XY20-0149+-+3D+View+04+16x6.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/20f6e667-76ed-427e-a364-ea78534b4d53/XY21-JRNL_2021-07-02_Architecture_07.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/unreal-part-3-architecture-and-games monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ff8156a9-8b1a-4203-82b5-8256d4121162/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-01.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal Kestis looks out over the spacecraft graveyard, on Bracca. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b885faa6-1fcd-4c21-aea8-f62288252635/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-05.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal looks out at the hostile world of Dathomir, planning the next phase of his mission. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fbcd6fe0-d5a7-4935-9225-84860bb72d2f/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-19.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal silently approaches another objective, in a hidden Imperial base. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/c7216208-6012-493c-9828-e6c88043e6ef/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-22.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] With lightsabers ignited and humming in the rain, Cal faces off against the formidable Second Sister. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b29cf894-ede8-4cb7-a4a9-5462123d7e73/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-03.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Onboard the Stinger Mantis on Dathomir, the chromatic aberration effect is visible at the edges of the frame. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/101db493-600f-4d4c-aa5a-662f3cd2ae98/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-06.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal on the green and temperate world of Bogano. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/fce5d271-fe59-4b5b-96c9-50008c2824d5/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-21.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Deep exploration of environments reveals additional layers of artistry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ff5caa9f-3283-4515-bdd9-349a0c36a758/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-23.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Aboard an Imperial Walker (AT-AT), Cal considers a ‘take-down’ with assistance from BD-1. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7e0dbffe-8e9d-4a8b-bfd9-dbf74cd22a56/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-04.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Navigating across the galaxy through Hyperspace at incredible speeds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/448cd561-6f37-42cb-9270-36d00a3d0505/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-10.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Unable to find a way into his next objective, Cal scales an ice cliff on Ilum, seeking a way inside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3e727dca-b275-4ee9-92b8-4c3df07a852c/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-13.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] The Photo Mode within the gaming engine has been activated by the developers in an update patch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5e1d1c4d-c103-4971-bff3-e689f2416921/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-24.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Deep into a refinery on Kashyyyk, a KX Series Security Droid rapidly closes the distance to Cal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/8286e63a-4458-422e-8239-037f473e44ea/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-09.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal, navigating his way back to the Stinger Mantis, on Dathomir. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4c43678b-c0fd-4d17-b91b-936d38567157/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-20.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Equipped with a small rebreather, Cal infiltrates deeper into the semi-flooded Imperial base. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/87546e8a-f91e-4ce9-89e0-c1931f1a0299/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-07.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal approaches the Tomb of Miktrull, on the planet Zeffo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/6037541a-a59a-4cf9-85b0-2d91941069a4/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-16.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Cal approaches what must be another ancient tomb and more puzzles to solve. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/948b2c95-aa12-4382-96bc-c5751e3cce5a/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-12.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Making progress through the industrialised fringes of Zeffo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/cb92c735-be33-4cae-a0d1-5c4ad8c9bdcf/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-18.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 3 : Architecture + Games [DXY Journal] Depth, scale and lighting are used to great impact in the gaming engine and associated assets. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/dae2097c-20b2-457d-9c05-a44b63587b30/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-25_Gaming-00h.jpg https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/unreal-part-2-architecture-and-film monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/42fa19db-9c74-4137-a99e-a82ec67f105f/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-01.png Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] Kathleen Kennedy, Jon Favreau, Richard Bluff and Dave Filoni, discuss the technologies that have been brought together for the first time for The Mandalorian. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/d94a1786-b495-4e73-a9bd-c775f67df42b/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-13.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] In The Volume, the crew prepare for their next take. Note the almost imperceptible join between wall and ceiling. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5e4226e5-aa78-44c6-b566-530f93fa4876/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-04.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] A completed scene of an AT-ST attacking a village, in The Mandalorian. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f3f532b4-13b4-44a1-ad0b-48d9d9fe99ff/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-17.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] Tron incorporates early animated CGI, with rotoscoped costume elements, to create the ‘electronic glow’ effect. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4adfcc4d-e661-47d5-a195-8c0ec61e601c/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-02.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] Jon Favreau, creator of The Mandalorian and innovator in film technology. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/52c766e7-5a8f-4333-a67f-72d8aab3e03e/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-12.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] Within The Volume, the Razor Crest is partially built, and partially a CGI effect, projected into the 3D space. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/0bb765e8-de22-4d55-8f03-35f96eb5dac6/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-08.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] The Mandalorian meets The Child. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/d3bec1e0-0de6-4475-8811-22c73e458b0f/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-18.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] An entirely computer animated short feature, Luxo Jr was ground breaking at the time, for the surprisingly charming anthropomorphism of a playful desk lamp. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/cdb98f93-e7c4-49cd-9159-19e4ef0da06d/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-16.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] Dave Filoni, director on The Mandalorian series, and creator of Star Wars Rebels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/57d81832-0503-4b1c-bf9a-3455deac9f6d/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-15.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] The crew of The Mandalorian, in The Volume preparing the set for shooting, with the background landscapes and lighting already matched. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a33a5f68-0b18-4b18-adc0-8a7c108c415d/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-10.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] On board the Razor Crest, The Mandalorian transports his charge, The Child, to their next destination. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/013bbce6-a230-4f3a-abd1-b091bbfb00d1/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-20.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] Director James Cameron took his effects from The Abyss, to become reliant on a fluid metal alloy effect in Terminator 2: Judgement Day. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ae113666-bd59-44d5-8e04-23712208b02b/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-14.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] In The Volume, the crew prepare for their next take. Note the almost imperceptible join between wall and ceiling. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1bd2a875-b6b9-4cdb-b19b-8f833d4ed783/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-09.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] The Razor Crest, set up for filming against a star-field background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4a3bc119-6096-4972-9fde-d88cf6779cf4/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-18_Film-11.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 2 : Architecture + Film [DXY Journal] The producers and crew of The Mandalorian, in The Volume in between takes, with Unreal Engine generating the background landscapes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/65ddaf4b-f351-423a-ad94-5ffd385dae30/Mandolorian-3_HUC-003895_FDx.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/unreal-part-1-architecture-and-convergence monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a0fbb29d-e3de-41bc-bf95-ef292d47919c/image.jpeg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] The cover of Kris’ RIBA Part II dissertation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/93b593a5-5a56-4623-9b91-a9b3f3d4c886/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_High-Rise-01.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] High Rise (2015) - Ben Wheatley’s dystopian vision of vertical segregation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/dae1665e-4913-499a-a925-1295f7934417/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Control-02.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Control (2019) - Set in a spectacularly Brutalist form, much of the pleasure in this game is derived through taking in the architecture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/836dbd2d-aa75-4431-a32d-90fde24ba783/image.jpeg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Concept generators of dynamism and stasis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f9743a42-2b94-4258-8224-b526068c00c9/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_High-Rise-06.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] High Rise (2015) - Opting to use many physical sets, the CGI used in the film was mainly in external shots. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/a6a97f83-31bb-4c5a-9f68-05faaa606a18/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Control-03.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Control (2019) - Interplay between repeating forms serves to create a familiarity in the environment, which can be easily changed with lighting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/99065c40-1d20-4c7e-a557-b92c7a7ccce6/image.jpeg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] The form of the Pod buildings, taking design cues from high performance cars and aircraft. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ef4bc701-1834-4450-b35f-f29bbdd2133d/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_High-Rise-02.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] High Rise (2015) - Light and pastel colours serve to soften and contrast with the hard concrete surfaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7dad2a27-68b6-4d8a-bb28-2e8fc44d53d4/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Control-01.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Control (2019) - The addition of carpet and the introduction of tactile timber elements, serve to soften the otherwise cold and unforgiving concrete structure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f0b0f864-449c-4c6e-8da7-cc8f234c53be/image.jpeg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] A section through the research building, showing the ‘wing’ profile of the combined roof and walls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/e57f920e-098f-4f05-9b23-daae33cee2e7/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Wakanda-01.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Black Panther (2018) - Stripping away the textures, lighting and other computer generated effects, we can start to see the constituent elements of the 3D models. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/3b303a9d-56c1-4237-9f62-0fc808798bc1/image.jpeg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] The elevations of the main research building. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/f85f2ccd-595d-47c8-82da-0ea470002944/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Wakanda-03.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Black Panther (2018) - The computer model behind the Wakandan night scene. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/54743fe6-7b43-484c-9d65-d3ead3529a9a/image.jpeg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] A plan view of the main research building. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/5765ac43-50c3-46da-9e43-f9bdb2f390be/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Wakanda-05.jpg Journal - Unreal Part 1 : Architecture + Convergence [DXY Journal] Black Panther (2018) - The fringes of a city that’s entirely computer generated. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/616aaa5b-de78-4575-989b-639138564c1c/HON2.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/6bfaa065-1963-40f0-b189-97e5cfcd2043/XY21-JRNL_2021-06-11_Death-Star-01.jpg https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/what-is-the-party-wall-act monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/b70efc64-8638-440a-b3e6-6c8dfa4b19c6/XY20-0000_Party-Wall_01a.png Journal - What is ‘The Party Wall Act’? [DXY Journal] Example 1 : Boundary line location between a house and the garage of the neighbouring house. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/2520de79-b0a3-4b38-9d47-a42f0b1f910b/XY20-0000_Party-Wall_02a.png Journal - What is ‘The Party Wall Act’? [DXY Journal] Example 2 : Boundary line location for a pair of semi-detached house. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1b9a38a8-8f45-4aa0-8b58-fede5f92d0b5/XY20-0000_Party-Wall_03a.png Journal - What is ‘The Party Wall Act’? [DXY Journal] Example 3 : Boundary line location for a garden wall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/7e0d23ed-9db8-4ca2-9191-15acc57216c4/The_Party_Wall_Act_1996-01x.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/brutalism-control-and-human-scale monthly 0.5 2023-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/1668885589069-GOWV3YLEV2BEBFOPZKZI/DesignXY_Logo_Blue.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/plan-of-work monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/55f30aa8-15d0-48d3-8b3e-558312e3f7f0/RIBA_Plan-of-Work.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/31509d1b-4948-4558-bdec-d884a6db51b4/RIBA_Plan-of-Work_Template.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/construction-cost-calculator monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/ce4c054f-b7f9-4deb-84e0-47967f5aa01f/Calculator.png https://www.designxy.ltd/journal/five-years monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63792c49d7aa4329541ff768/4c7ffbb8-c69f-4306-a6e9-68a6f6fe150c/DXY_Five-Years_01.png