Our difference

No CAD?
No problem.

Around 80% of the market requires a finished 3D file. We don't. Skalar reconstructs your model from technical drawings, as-built plans, photos and dimensions — and fills in missing information cleanly and transparently.

The process

From 2D to 3D — in five steps

Transparent and accurate: you always see what the model is based on and where we interpreted.

  1. 01

    Review the data

    We check plans, drawings, photos and dimensions for completeness — and quote feasibility and a fixed price. Free and without obligation.

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  2. 02

    Build the dimensional frame

    From verified dimensions we create a true-to-scale base frame that prevents errors and anchors the model.

    Accuracy before estimation

  3. 03

    Reconstruct the geometry

    Plans provide contours, photos provide proportions and detail. Missing parts we derive from references.

    2D → 3D

  4. 04

    Sign off assumptions

    We flag critical interpretations and present them for your approval. No surprises.

    You stay in control

  5. 05

    Make it print-ready

    Wall thicknesses, stability, demountability, colours — then printing, finishing and delivery.

    Fixed lead time

Data sources

What you can supply

A combination of plans, photos and dimensions is ideal. If one source is missing, the others partly make up for it.

  • PDF
  • DWG / DXF
  • JPG / PNG
  • STEP / STL
  • Paper plan (scan/photo)
  • Sketch & dimensions

More on this in the guides What data do I need? and Model without a CAD file.

FAQ

Answers at a glance

Can a 3D model really be made without a CAD file?

Yes. A CAD file is helpful but not a requirement. From 2D plans, technical drawings, photos and dimensions we reconstruct the 3D geometry needed. This is exactly our core competence.

What documents can I supply?

Anything that describes geometry and proportions: floor plans, elevations, sections, site and layout plans, P&IDs, technical drawings, photos and dimensions. Formats such as PDF, DWG, DXF, JPG, PNG, STEP or a photographed paper plan are no problem.

How accurate is the reconstructed model?

With good input data the geometry is accurate to scale. Where information is missing, we make traceable assumptions and confirm them with you before printing. So there are no surprises.

Do I get the 3D file in the end?

On request, yes. You can receive the reconstructed 3D model as a file — handy for later variants, further prints or your own visualisations.

Next step

Send what you have — we'll tell you what's possible.

Plans, photos or a sketch are enough for a first assessment. You receive feasibility and a fixed price, with no obligation.