Thayer Academy

Reality Capture and 3D Modeling at Thayer Academy

Historic Campus, Modern Tools

Pointknown partnered with Thayer Academy in Braintree, Massachusetts, to provide comprehensive reality capture and 3D modeling services to support campus renovation, planning, and design. Founded in 1877, Thayer Academy's architectural legacy is matched by its forward-thinking development—making it a perfect candidate for digital transformation.

📍 Project Scope

Our work focused on the Southworth Library and surrounding campus structures, integrating advanced documentation tools to assist design teams, facility managers, and planners in future upgrades and expansions.

🛠️ Services Provided

Mobile laser scanning of building interiors and exteriors

360° video capture and SLR photography for visual documentation

Drone photography for accurate roof geometry and site context

Revit and SketchUp models of the Southworth Library and surrounding buildings

2D CAD plans, elevations, and sections for documentation and permitting

Topographical and hardscape capture, including key trees and courtyard features

Massing models for design integration and spatial planning

🎯 Outcome

The resulting BIM models and 2D deliverables allow design and engineering teams to integrate new construction with existing structures while respecting the campus’s historic character. The work supports faster decision-making, reduced field time, and improved design precision.

Why Pointknown?

Pointknown transforms real-world buildings into accurate digital models using state-of-the-art tools and workflows. Our laser-precise documentation helps institutions like Thayer Academy bridge the past and the future—seamlessly.

🔗 Contact Us to learn how we can document your campus or historic facility with unmatched precision.