Topic outline

  • From Data Points to Spatial Experiences


    Point cloud technology is commonly used in landscape representation, simulation and modelling. Within the intensive hands-on workshop we will focus on the learning of the latest point cloud workflows, setting special focus on point cloud data manipulation and VR. 

    The workshop will start with the exploration of the latest terrestrial laser scanning technology, which will support an in-depth understanding of terrain and its complex system components. The workshop will introduce the combination of various site-specific data sources, such as GIS, point clouds and atmospheric data and combine various software packages to allow the practical application of the data to project-oriented outcome. 

    This immersive understanding of spatial systems, will support the understanding of the historical, cultural, and spatial ramifications of possible landscape intervention and allows for data-informed simulations and design speculations. 

    • Participants: max 12 students, min 6 students 
    • Dates: Monday 16.05.2022 - Friday 20.05.2022  - 09.00 - 17.00h at Väre - R102 + individual prep phase through tutorials and LinkedIn Learning Courses. The material for the self-study package I is released here. Package II will be added during the last week of April. Both packages are mandatory knowledge for taking part in the workshop.
    • Prerequisites: 3d modelling knowledge in Rhino, Grasshopper, GIS knowledge, QGIS or ArcGIS, Unity is of advantage
    • Enrolment dates: 1. - 31.03.2022
    • Credits: self-study phase + workshop + project finalisation, presentation and written reflection= 5  ECTS > possibility to up-scale projects to reach 8 ECTS 


    In case of any questions please contact: pia.fricker@aalto.fi