visualizing the building code
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A Virtual World Application
Visualizing the Building Code
International Residential Code
• The International Residential Code was first published by the International Code Council in 2003 in an effort to consolidate codes used in the U.S.
2006 edition is 600+ pages
Primarily text and illustrations such as this one
Gettting from Code to House
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=Requires Human Interaction & Understanding
Virtual Worlds allow for 3-D visualization
In a virtual world, we can build a home that shows the code and distributes code requirements
Code translation examples:
This bathroom is located in the code house. Clicking the info button distributes a note card with specific requirements.
Examples of illustrating egress requirements
Work in Progress
• Some other ideas:
Script object for interaction: lights turn on/off, water faucets stream water, etc.
Pull out specific components with more detailed displays. For example a glazing display that demonstrates specific areas in which tempered glass is required.
Code training opportunities
• Some other ideas:
Training code inspectors
Training builders not only on code but on construction methods or installation requirements
Training the public
Ultimate Build Out
• Construct code homes for different codes/countries
• Construct eco-code homes to illustrate differences between them and standard code homes
• Offer space for suppliers to demo/display their products
Benefits? Challenges?
Benefits include:•Easy to access•Cost effective•Easy to change/edit•Allows for collaboration•Easy to export images/illustrations•Open 24/7
Challenges are:•Perception of the interface – the idea that this is a “game”•Not enough people yet in virtual worlds to allow for faster implementation
Contact Information
• The code house is located on Public Works Island in Second Life
Second Life Avatars:Pam Renoir (Pam Renoir)Brand Woodin (Martin Brown)
E-mail: pwg@publicworksgroup.comWebsite: www.publicworksgroup.comTwitter: pbroviak
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