Verified Views (AVR's)

Verified Views, take Photomontage images one stage further. The camera position and pre-defined reference points are recorded using GPS and survey data. These are then transferred and aligned into the 3D model using the same coordinate system.

Advanced photographic techniques and the resulting Metadata from the camera is used to replicate a virtual camera with exactly the same focus length, viewing angle and other characteristics. The actual photography is then used as a backplate which lines up perfectly to the 3D geometry.

This data is then used to produce a cutout image of your building. This is then passed to a digital artitst who will merge this image with your photograph, adjusting colour, white balance, gamma curves and tones to match the original photograph. As well as a convincing photomontage showing your building, the resulting Verified View and accompanying method statements are supplied as an accurate, verified view - which can be used to support high-profile planning applications.

Some planning authorities now ask for Verified Views on contentious sites.