SOLANA BEACH SHOPPING MALL
Solana Beach, California
146,404 sq. ft.
14 Jan - 31 Jan | 2025
As-Built Plans
Project Overview
As part of a major redevelopment initiative, DCMS conducted a detailed Scan-to-BIM survey of Solana Beach Shopping Mall. The property was undergoing a strategic revitalization to meet the evolving needs of retail, dining, medical office, and corporate workspace tenants. The goal was to modernize the space while optimizing the tenant mix, focusing on food, beverage, health, and wellness brands to enhance consumer appeal.
Deliverables
High-Density LiDAR Point Cloud Data
Georeferenced Orthophotos
LOD 300 Revit Model & 2D CAD Drawings
Virtual Matterport Walkthrough
Our Role & Technology
To support the transformation, DCMS deployed advanced reality capture technology, combining terrestrial LiDAR scanning with aerial drone photogrammetry to document the mall’s existing structural conditions in high resolution. Tools used:
LiDAR scanning and drone imagery
Point cloud processing
AutoCAD and 3D modeling software.
Key Challenges & Solutions
Large-scale mixed-use space: We combined terrestrial LiDAR and drone photogrammetry to document all zones efficiently.
Multiple stakeholder needs: Deliverables were optimized for architects, leasing teams, and developers alike.
Modernization without disruption: Virtual walkthroughs allowed remote planning without site interference.
OUR WORKFLOW:Scan, Process,
3D Modeling and Deliver
