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Shadowmap Studio for coursework
Simplify 3D environmental modeling and solar analysis
Now it’s easier than ever to share and showcase well-designed projects with stakeholders on any device. Plan with the Sun in mind, test alternatives quickly, and keep the learning curve low.
• Accurate Sun studies for any place and any time
• Upload your own design into any environment
• Share interactive 3D projects without installation
CUSTOM ARCHITECTURE MODEL
Sun simulation & analysis
Why Shadowmap Studio?
From first sketch to final review – all Shadowmap features in one subscription
Shadowmap Studio empowers you to customize 3D data and upload your own 3D models. Get precise measurements of objects and distances using contextual 3D data. Make smarter design decisions and present your projects to reviewers, lecturers, and supervisors on any device – fast and easy. Seeing is believing.
Photograph
Visualization
Precise Visualization of Sunlight & Shadow
Global shading analysis, real-time results.
New 3D Solar Analytics
Use solar data and irradiance maps to evaluate solar potential. Now with even higher precision supporting indirect sunlight & monthly statistics.
Upload Custom 3D Models
IFC, OBJ, FBX, DAE and GLB files with textured materials supported.
Individual Shapes & Objects
Draw and extrude shapes to create basic 3D structures or place prefabricated 3D objects like cuboids, cylinders, roof shapes or trees.
Google 3D Buildings
Switch to Google's high-res 3D digital twin on the fly. Photorealistic, textured environments in available regions and cities.
Share Projects to any Device
Align across your team and send quick previews without having to install any software, available on any device. Show interior and exterior views, enjoy full spatial and temporal freedom.
Works alongside the tools students already use
Global 3D data
Buildings, terrain, and vegetation data for solar studies around the world.
Worldwide
Sunlight and shadow context for studios, labs, and site analysis across countries.
Multi‑discipline
Used across architecture, urban planning, research, photography, and cinematography workflows.
Easy import: No matter what design tool you use (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino 3D, …).
Shadowmap Studio Projects support OBJ, FBX, DAE, IFC and GLB file formats.
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Resources
Case study
HTWG Konstanz architecture students used Shadowmap Studio for an advanced construction project
“As a practical additional tool, we were able to determine the solar radiation based on the surrounding existing buildings, which made it significantly easier to determine our heating concept and the PV system.”
video tutorial
Deep dive video with Viktoria Neumüller
Use a short walkthrough video to show how students can upload a model, run a Sun study, and share the result with reviewers.
How would you like to begin?
Premium Studio features for students and teachers
Tell us your university, discipline, and when access is needed. We'll help with academic subscription options or discount codes for university email addresses.
Sponsor my project or student competition team
Send the competition URL, project details, sponsorship request, timeline, and how Shadowmap will be featured as a tool used in your work.
Schedule a live demo or academic discussion
Share your name, university affiliation, discipline, and group size. We'll send you available times and connect you with a Shadowmap team member.
Apply for academic discount
Sponsorship request form
Schedule a live demo or academic discussion
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