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Our IrisVR Multiuser Test
Multiuser meant less instruction and more action as we could exist in the same virtual space and chat in realtime about our shared virtual surroundings.Having supported hundreds of VR meetings for architecture, we think Multiuser formats should be used whenever possible.
6 Tips for VR Collaboration
If you’re solving spatial problems, collaborative VR is the start of that solution. Here are 6 tips to help your VR collaboration meetings go smoothly.
Open Scale Test 2
A few weeks ago, we attempted to break out of room scale VR. Why? We wanted a teleportation-free architectural walkthrough experience.
Introducing: VR for AEC Workshops
VR reduces risk. VR facilitates decision making. VR helps you evaluate constructibility and detect clashes faster and better. VR is the secret weapon against bad VE. Understanding how you can creatively use VR to address common problems in your practice is what makes the difference.
Why Esri + Autodesk?
Esri's ArcGIS is the gold standard for GIS data—Having this information readily available and integrated into existing workflows will save time and money.
Open Scale VR for Architecture
We got early access to a Windows Mixed Reality Developer Headset. We immediately began using it (not as directed) in pursuit of an “Open Scale” VR experience that would allow us to walk unbuilt spaces at full scale without teleportation.We succeeded!
CAD to Virtual Reality: Instant VR Solutions
We work directly with AEC firms on implementing VR strategies, so every product on our list offers true room-scale VR capabilities that convert your CAD models into room-scale experiences with only a click or two. They really are that easy.
Virtual Mockups for Ergonomics and Rapid Iteration
In Healthcare Design, the arrangement of elements represents healing and patient comfort. In Retail Design, it represents brand identity, impulse purchases, and returning customers. In Industrial Design, it represents worker safety and measurable improvements in efficiency. Where arrangement of elements is crucial to the design, VR is the right tool for the job.
Simon Manning Speaking at AIA Oklahoma
. . .highlighting case studies of how architects have used VR and AR in their workflows to improve efficiency and elevate design. Thanks for the invitation to speak, AIA OK!
Virtual Showrooms for Small Studios and Artisans
With VR we can show off sculptural lighting in its built context or in a virtual showroom from anywhere.
Bevel to Present at SPARK Seattle
Our friends at Greypants Studio invited Bevel to show off how Virtual Reality can improve design and communication at their fourth annual party. It's a free event with lots of great people and products to see. RSVP below. We hope to see you there!
Bevel to Present at Seattle Maker Faire
Word is out. Bevel's Logan and Simon are speaking at the Maker Faire about their experience at the intersection of VR and Making.
360 photos vs. Virtual Reality
360 degree photos are a peek into the potential of VR but a long way from actually realizing that potential.
Future of Architecture and Construction?
The use of Virtual Reality at architecture and construction firms is not exactly the future anymore...
Virtual Reality for Campus Planning
“When I place the building here, how does it affect my views? How does it affect the views of the buildings behind me? Will my community garden get enough sunlight? The process of placing my buildings in their context, making changes, and then testing those changes by occupying the design at full scale took 30 seconds.”
“Deceptively Simple” Halloween Costumes
/0 Comments/in Augmented Reality (AR), Bevel Goodness /by MaretIn my experience Halloween’s either all in–you’re jumping in with both feet–or there’s no point in even playing the dress up game. I guess Bevel’s resident Maker Madman and XR extraordinaire, Simon Manning got that same memo because he takes his Halloween costume game to the next level. Last week Lexi sat down with Simon […]
The Present and Future of XR in AEC
/0 Comments/in Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR) /by MaretA few weeks back Logan was asked to speak at the Design Reality meetup, “Portland’s Premier monthly AR/VR meetup”. You know when we said to sign up for our newsletter so you can learn about all the latest and greatest in AR/VR? Yeah, well this is exactly the post we were talking about when we […]
Who is XR Dad?
/1 Comment/in Augmented Reality (AR), Extended Reality (XR) /by MaretThe Bevel Team is scattered around the West Coast this week for the Magic Leap Conference, Indiecade, and Seattle Startup Week, so we interrupt our regular programming for a very fun announcement: XR Dad. You might know Logan Smith as Bevel’s augmented reality cyborg and chief space nerd. Across the country is Agile Lens’ Alex […]
Mobile Augmented Reality in AEC
/3 Comments/in Augmented Reality (AR) /by MaretHandheld Mobile Augmented Reality is the Swiss Army pocket knife of Augmented Reality. Sure it doesn’t have the locational precision and model detail of headmounted Augmented Reality (see our last article), but give it a break—it’s running off your tablet’s camera. So how is Handheld Augmented Reality different from Headmounted Augmented Reality? And how is it […]
Large Scale Augmented Reality with Magic Leap
/2 Comments/in Augmented Reality (AR) /by MaretBevel was in Helsinki attending the World Summit on Digital Built Environment, as well as speaking at the Helsinki AEC Hackathon. Of course, we couldn’t resist bringing our new toy along. We brought the Magic Leap to do a mini-hackathon with a Helsinki’s 3D City Model. Our goal was to find out the challenges of […]
Magic Leap vs Hololens for AEC Industry
/5 Comments/in Augmented Reality (AR) /by MaretUpdated Jan 3, 2019 With the new year here, we wanted to revisit one of our more popular posts from 2018 and give you all some updates on where Magic Leap and Hololens are at these days. Enjoy! Hololens It’s been almost 3 years since the Hololens has been released, we know it might not […]