IT, Photography and AV

The IT, Photography and AV facilities at the School of Architecture are designed to provide students and academics with innovative technology to enhance learning, design, and research. Together, these facilities provide a robust technological infrastructure that supports every aspect of architectural education, from concept to final presentation.

A series of computers sitting on a desk in a computer lab

Photography equipment

A dedicated photographic room together with high-end digital cameras and lenses (Canon EOS and Sony), lighting setups, tripods and backdrops for architectural photography is available for use by all students of the Liverpool School of Architecture. Students can document models, site visits, and projects with professional-grade tools, ensuring high-quality visual representation of their work.

Heliodon

Wooden model of a building illuminated by lights fixed on concentric metal rings.

A specialised piece of equipment that simulates the movement of the sun across the sky, allowing students to study the effects of natural light on their designs. It aids in solar analysis, shading studies, and environmental simulations for more sustainable architectural solutions.

Computer suite

A dedicated lab equipped with 52 powerful, high-performance computers that support 3D modelling, rendering, and other resource-intensive tasks. The suite provides access to specialised architectural software and is supported by high resolution displays for detailed design work.

The comprehensive software suite of installed includes AutoCAD, Revit & 3D Studio Max, Blender, Rhino, SketchUp, Affinity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Lumion, ArchiCad and Vectorworks.

Software support

Support is provided by dedicated student helpers and academic staff who offer tutorials, troubleshooting, and assistance for a range of architectural software programs.

VR equipment

A smartly dressed woman wearing a set of VR goggles and holding handsets in outstretched hands stands navigating a virtual environment. In front of her a man looks at the screen of a laptop showing the VR environment.

Virtual Reality (VR) stations allow students to immerse themselves in their designs. Equipped with VR headsets and software, this facility enables interactive walkthroughs, spatial analysis, and virtual design reviews, providing an innovative approach to visualisation and presentations.

Back to: School of Architecture