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3D Printing for Architectural Model Making

What is 3D Printing

3D printing for architectural model making can show the architect’s design concept before it is built.

It presents better understanding and clarity for architects and developers. And can discover the potential of certain issues that may occur in the project well in advance.

Complex and intricate architectural model making components, such as façade with multiple curvatures, folds, perforations, or structure with twisted and weaving elements, can now be produced easily and efficiently with 3D printing.

3D Printing for Architectural Model Making

3D Printed Model which is designed by Zaha Hadid Architecture

This allows geometries created by designers can be realized in a physical model to be presented to their client.

We see an increase in 3D printing model, especially with the new generation designers who have quickly embraced this technology. That’s because its lower cost, faster turnaround time and quality assurance.

3D printing in some cases can reduce the cost of production as a result of shorter production time.

Traditionally, architectural model makers create components from material(s) to realize designers’ intent.

However, 3D printing can complete this task from the digital file to the finished object, eliminating material wastage and saving manpower cost.

3D Printed Frame Model

3D Printed Frame Model

Labor cost in the architectural model making industry is consistently increasing.

3D printing can free up manpower and greatly reduce production costs.

3D printing technology can improve productivity.

Shorter architectural model making time allows designers more time to fine-tune their designs.

In comparison to the traditional model making way, approximately 30% to 70% of time and cost savings can be achieved.

3D Printed Mosque Model

3D Printed Architectural Models by RJ Models

RJ Models has been in the model making business for more than 20 years. And RJ Models  has been using 3D printing as soon as the technology was made accessible to the general public.

RJ Model has been producing 3D printing models for world-renowned architectural design companies such as Foster + Partners, Zaha Hadid Architect, KPF, SOM, OMA, etc

Architectural Designers can send data to marketing@rjmodels.com.hk and we will provide a price proposal within 24 hours.

You can enjoy our professional 3D printed architectural model making services, delivery, installation, and maintenance.

RJ Models’ expertise can help designers save model making production time and costs.

The Price range of RJ Models 3D architectural models.

When 3D printing was first introduced, its cost was higher than the traditional manufacturing process.

As the technology is now very mature, components such as titanium can now be produced with minimal error. And the end product is much more durable, and finishing is much desirable.

This, as a result, offers very good value for money.

RJ Models charges approximately USD500 for a 3D printed model that measures 200mm x 100mm x 100mm.

3D Printed Architectural Model

3D Printed Architectural Model

This cost includes post-printing processes such as sanding, spray painting and worldwide delivery by a reputable courier company.

Requirement of building design software programs for 3D Printed Architectural Model

RJ Models is also proficient at using the following software:

Sketchup,

Rhino,

3D Max,

3D AutoCAD,

Proe ,

Solidworks,

Ug,

Magics, etc.

If you preferred software programs are not listed above, RJ Models can always find a way to turn your designs into a model.

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