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Virtual Environment Design

A detailed 3D model of Clifton Arcade, built in Autodesk Maya for VR headset viewing

Year
2024
Type
3D Environment
Tools
Autodesk Maya, Polycam
Grade
Distinction

A full-scale reconstruction of Clifton Arcade in Bristol, modelled in Autodesk Maya and rendered as a 360° panorama for VR headset viewing. Built to demonstrate architectural modelling, lighting, and material work at a high level of creative and technical quality.

Final Render

Final rendered view of the completed Clifton Arcade 3D model
Completed environment (full lighting, materials, and signage detail)

Process

Polycam-generated blueprint scan of the Clifton Arcade interior, used as a modelling reference in Autodesk Maya
LiDAR scan, used as a to-scale reference
Early wireframe and modelled shopfront in Autodesk Maya
Early structural modelling
First HDRI-lit test render of the arcade model in Autodesk Maya
First lit test render
Detailed render of the ornamental ironwork railings
Ironwork railings, stairs and second-storey fencing

360° VR View

Full 360-degree panoramic render of the Clifton Arcade 3D model, for VR headset viewing
Panoramic render, formatted for VR headset viewing
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