Laser Scanning for Architecture & Design Firms

Sentinel Scanning provides architecture firms with precise digital building documentation that supports both design development and coordination between project disciplines. Using advanced laser scanning technology, millions of measurement points are captured across every visible surface of the structure.

These measurements are combined to create a highly detailed digital dataset known as a point cloud, which represents the building’s geometry with exceptional accuracy. Architects and engineers can reference this dataset to verify dimensions, analyze spatial relationships, and understand the existing structure before design work begins.

This accurate data also supports Scan-to-BIM workflows, allowing design teams to incorporate existing conditions directly into their digital models. Sentinel Scanning can develop Revit models derived from scan data, enabling architects to work within familiar BIM environments while referencing precise building geometry.

Accurate existing conditions data allows architectural, structural, and MEP teams to work from a shared understanding of the building. By referencing the same point cloud or BIM model, project teams can align their designs more effectively, identify potential conflicts early, and coordinate systems with greater precision before construction begins.

With reliable scan data available, architects can reduce the need for repeated site visits and focus more time on design development. Consultants across multiple disciplines can coordinate their work using the same accurate building documentation, improving communication and reducing the risk of design conflicts later in the project.