Draw a floor plan in 2D, then instantly view it in immersive VR in your Meta Quest Headset.
2D edits appear in VR in real time.
Built with @aframevr@threejs. Everything running in the browser.
#buildinpublic
We started asking our users what new features they wanted.
The most popular requests have been for features that we'd already implemented (but our users hadn't been able to find).
So we've added a right-click menu so our most powerful features are just a single click away!
Just a few years ago, getting a Virtual Reality preview of building or renovation works was a serious luxury requiring expensive equipment, and bespoke services from multiple professionals.
Now it's something you can DIY for less than $35...
simpledraw.app/blog/vr-costs…
Draw a floor plan in 2D, then instantly view it in immersive VR in your Meta Quest Headset.
2D edits appear in VR in real time.
Built with @aframevr@threejs. Everything running in the browser.
#buildinpublic
New "Images" feature in SimpleDraw...
While I'm still excited about building an amazing Scale Drawing and Floor Plan tool, I also can't help wondering about a sideline in virtual sticker books for kids...
Took a bit longer than I'd hoped, but "Floorplan Mode" is now live!
Along with substantially improved systems for measurements, precision and alignment.
Blog post and video coming in the next day or two.
Docs already updated here:
simpledraw.app/how-to-use
2 small bug fixes made today
- Support for French (AZERTY) keyboard
- Poor handling of dark mode browsers
Many thanks to @vincentfretin for the very helpful bug reports!
Video tutorial / demonstration can be found here:
youtu.be/DAfxGgVUrU4
This one is a little dry, but comprehensive.
Will be working on some glitzier videos for the near future!