3D Gaussian Splatting for Modern Architectural Heritage: Integrating UAV-Based Data Acquisition and Advanced Photorealistic 3D Techniques

Conference Paper (2025)
Author(s)

Yingwen Yu (TU Delft - Digital Technologies)

E. Verbree (TU Delft - Digital Technologies)

P.J.M. van Oosterom (TU Delft - Digital Technologies)

U. Pottgiesser (TU Delft - Heritage & Architecture, TH OWL)

Research Group
Digital Technologies
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https://doi.org/10.5194/agile-giss-6-51-2025
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Publication Year
2025
Language
English
Research Group
Digital Technologies
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Abstract

3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) is an advanced 3D representation method that enhances point clouds by incorporating spectral image content, enabling high-fidelity heritage documentation. A 3DGS visualization presents these enriched Gaussians, ensuring high geometric accuracy, detailed texture representation, and efficient spatial reconstruction, thereby enhancing both precision and efficiency in digital heritage preservation. This paper applies 3DGS to modern architectural heritage, combining UAV-based data acquisition with advanced rendering techniques. Using the Delft University of Technology Aula and Library buildings as case study, the research establishes a workflow for efficient heritage documentation and visualization.