Real model pergola size and cost estimation
PergolaBlueprint is a HoloLens-powered AR application that allows homeowners and contractors to design, visualize, and cost a custom pergola at real-world scale - directly in the space where it will be built - before a single piece of material is ordered.
A leading manufacturer of high-end custom outdoor living structures, specializing in premium pergolas and outdoor shading solutions.
Pergola manufacturers faced high return rates and customer dissatisfaction because customers could not accurately visualize how a pergola would look and fit in their actual outdoor space before purchase. Expensive physical mockups were impractical, and 2D sketches failed to convey scale or material appearance.
We developed a HoloLens mixed reality application that lets users place spatial anchors on their walls and ground to define the pergola footprint. A real-time 3D model is instantly generated at true 1:1 scale, complete with selectable materials. The app automatically calculates the required metal bars, screws, clamps, and support bars using cutting stock algorithms, and generates a full materials and cost report as a PDF.
Users place a series of spatial anchors on their walls using HoloLens hand gestures. The app uses these anchors to calculate the available space and instantly renders a photorealistic 3D pergola model at 1:1 scale in the user's actual environment. Users can walk around, under, and through the holographic model to get a true sense of scale.
Once the dimensions are confirmed, the app automatically calculates the optimal material configuration using cutting stock algorithms - minimizing waste while ensuring structural integrity. Users can compare material options (timber, powder-coated aluminum, weathering steel) and see them rendered in real time on the holographic model.
When the user approves a design, all specifications are transmitted to the backend API. The system generates a comprehensive PDF report listing every component, its quantity, dimensions, and unit cost. This report doubles as the order manifest, drastically simplifying the procurement process and eliminating manual measurements.
Before confirming, users can take a spatial walkthrough of their customized pergola design. Lighting conditions can be simulated for different times of day to assess shading. Custom add-ons such as integrated planters, lighting fittings, and privacy screens can be toggled on and off to explore the final aesthetic.
Post-deployment, the manufacturer reported a 55% reduction in returns attributed to sizing issues. Pre-visualization increased average cart value as customers opted for premium material options after seeing how they looked in their space. Sales cycle time decreased by an average of 2 weeks.
MR Developer
Key contributor to project success
3D Technical Artist
Bridges the gap between art and code for AR/VR
Backend API Developer
Engineers robust cloud infrastructures and APIs
QA Engineer
Ensures technical integrity and bug-free delivery
This project can be evolved to support multiplayer AR, allowing both contractors and homeowners to simultaneously view and interact with the same holographic model from different devices. A direct ERP integration can also be added to automate inventory checking and procurement workflows in real time.
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