Tri-State 3D Tech & Design Firm

Tri-State 3D Tech & Design Firm, LLC (TS3) is a boutique 3D visualization company that provides services for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Based in Wilmington, Delaware, the firm assists clients such as architects, developers, construction managers, and realtors.

The company's offerings are structured around a 'PLAN, DESIGN & SHOWCASE' journey. For the planning phase, TS3 uses 3D laser and LiDAR scanning cameras to capture a project's existing conditions with precision, creating a 'digital twin' of the space. In the design phase, the firm extracts Point Cloud data to create detailed base plans and 3D BIM models in Revit. To showcase projects, TS3 produces realistic 3D renderings, virtual walkthroughs, and utilizes FAA-licensed drone pilots for aerial photography.

The company was founded by Keith Roper. His journey began with a background in illustration and warehouse work. After taking on a project to create a 3D model for his brother-in-law's construction company, he discovered a passion for the field and subsequently went back to school to study drafting and architectural software. While working in architecture, Roper identified a market opportunity in using technology like LiDAR to automate the manual process of measuring spaces. This led him to invest in the necessary equipment and launch Tri-State 3D.

Keywords: 3D visualization, architecture technology, construction technology, real estate development, 3D scanning, LiDAR services, BIM modeling, digital twin, virtual walkthroughs, drone photography, AEC industry, drafting services, 3D rendering, point cloud data, Revit services, commercial real estate, residential real estate, architectural design, engineering support, construction management