Design
Without Limits
Modern work doesn’t end at the door to the office, so you need technology to be at its best whenever and wherever you need to get tasks completed.
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“It’s about understanding how
a space breathes before you
ever start drawing.”
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hat’s why professionals like Dale Whitfield look to Snapdragon® technology to deliver the cutting-edge, unplugged workflow
they need for maximum results. Dale is the founder of Fields
of Architecture and part of a new generation of architects
Once he does return to the studio, Dale translates his ideas and sketches
into dynamic 3D visuals on his Asus Zenbook A14 laptop also powered by
a Snapdragon X Series processor.
He can seamlessly reference his on-site notes and turn flat floor plans
into detailed 3D renders. The standard line drawings that are a staple
of architecture are transformed into realistic representations of how the buildings will look once completed. Everything from door and window placement to the representation of light moving through the space can
be swiftly created to move the process forward. And thanks to the power
of AI, Dale is able to iterate quickly, testing out new ideas to see what they bring to the project.
Whitfield is an architect actively embracing digital innovation, mobility and AI-assisted design to deliver his projects. Refusing to be confined to a desk, Dale believes every project starts on site, so he can understand a space before any drawing starts. His process fuses advanced 3D modelling with a deep, on-site connection to the natural world and the raw materials of the build.
“Every project starts out here, on-site,” Dale says. “It’s about understanding how a space breathes before you ever start drawing.”
Snapdragon is the enabler that keeps pace with this demanding architectural process, serving as an indispensable part of Dale’s toolkit. Network connectivity, graphical performance and, of course, battery life are put to the test during site visits with unpredictable weather conditions and variable timelines.
Dale’s Microsoft Surface Pro powered by a Snapdragon X Series processor allows him to photograph the process on live site builds as well as sketch, model, render and iterate his ideas in real-time. He’s able to update and alter plans live on-site, all without being tethered to a power outlet.
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embracing digital tools. He doesn’t use pens and pencils and prefers
a tablet and stylus. The reason? He needs to move seamlessly between different environments — both physical and digital — over the course of
a typical working day.
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Dale translates his ideas and sketches into dynamic 3D
visuals on his Asus Zenbook
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Architect Dale Whitfield uses Snapdragon to Redefine the Studio
Based on the edge of the New Forest National Park, Dale’s work is dedicated to creating contemporary, environmentally responsible spaces that blend seamlessly with their surroundings. And, like many of us, he needs to stay connected to his projects, whether he’s at the office, on site, in transit or
even working from home.
Unplugged Performance
In the studio
Design without limits
Technology powered by Snapdragon isn’t just a component of Dale’s modern take on architecture; it’s actually redefining how the work is done from the outset. As Dale explains, 3D modelling software used in this way has uncovered errors from past designs that went unnoticed in flat elevations. By making the process digital from the outset, Dale says he’s been able to produce more complete designs with less errors.
“Putting my good architectural ideas into thoughts and creating them in a digital space or marketing them appropriately with technology, that’s what makes me a good architect,” Dale says.
And, as Dale will attest, a huge part of his ability to do that comes from knowing Snapdragon technology affords him the performance and freedom needed to handle any demanding design — from sketching in the field to running simulations in the studio.
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Founder, Fields of Architecture
DALE WHITFIELD