FWD3D News, Press, & Mentions
Next for drones? Helping design, build and sell projects
In 2002, Frank Woll started using missile-tracking lasers modified to read complex surfaces to help owners get the exact measurements needed to add elements like sky-lounges and pilothouses to yachts.
Woll has for almost two decades been involved in the industry, including the design of mega yachts and the development of a line of yachts for a Chinese company called Evolution Yachts Asia.
Over the years, his Seattle firm, Frank Woll Designs, also got into residential design.
Recently, he teamed with Mike Bratter, formerly of Aerial Scouts, in a Seattle-based firm called FWD3D.
It uses emerging technologies to capture 3-D data for use in the design, construction and marketing of real estate projects. Keep reading…
FRANK WOLL & FWD3D :The interactive studio is adding dimension to architectural rendering
Like the buildings and boats that architects design, the way they share their design renderings with clients is constantly evolving.
Frank Woll has remained at the forefront of technological innovation since he began offering industrial design services in 1994 as Frank Woll Design. Recently, the company updated its name to FWD3D to reflect the latest advances. It has also been increasing its focus on projects here in the Puget Sound region. Read on!
West Seattle Modern Looks Like a Star Wars Imperial Shuttle
Is it just us? Are we the only ones who see the design of an Imperial Shuttle from Star Wars as the basis for the middle home in Zimmeray Studios and YSBuilt’s Triple-Double House project? If you do happen to buy it (as it’s just hit the market asking $1.517M), please do us a favor and stare out that window above the carport with your hands clasped as you give the order to destroy those rebel scum. Just once.
Seattle Architect Robert Zimmer discusses his architectural achievements and partnership with Harry O. Ray
Talented Seattle-based architect Robert Zimmer joined forces with acclaimed veteran Harry O. Ray to form zimmerraystudios in 2008. The company recently introduced a new website, which seemed a good time to ask Bob for a few minutes to discuss his work, his ongoing partnership, and regional architecture with Seattle Arts & Architecture.
The launch of zimmerraystudios came after Bob (left) ran his own practice for more than a decade. In the 18 years before that he was a Principal at LMN Architects.