The DDL (Digital DryLayout) is a new online tool that enables a design-oriented, digital layout of real existing natural stone slabs before the costly and irreversible cutting of the material. DDL allows planners and designers to maintain full control over the material selection, cutting, and installation of natural stones on floors, walls or facades.
DDL is free for architects and can be used with any natural stone. From the first design idea to the final acceptance of natural stone surfaces, the entire process is documented in a BIM-compliant manner and allows cost savings of up to 20% in planning and material costs. DDL sets new standards in sustainability when dealing with natural stone: the designer has full control over material consumption and the digital inspection significantly reduces travel expenses.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
1 Digitization of existing stone slabs through a scan or a photo
2 Transformation of digital stone slabs into the most advanced stone database
3 Upload of project plans into the DDL project tool
4 Invite team and select stone slabs from gallery
5 Blend plans, coordinate and request costs
6 BIM-compliant production release and digital monitoring until final acceptance
DONE!
ADVANTAGES FOR PLANNERS AND DESIGNERS
Exceptional design is the new standard! From basic to complex design tasks with natural stone, DDL offers the world's most simple, precise, and flexible tool which is available for the stone industry. It offers exceptional design freedom, a focus on aesthetics, and easy creation of efficient variations!
