Drees & Sommer

In the fast-paced world of real estate, every moment counts. For Drees & Sommer's clients, the leasing process was becoming a significant bottleneck. Each potential lease kicked off with the creation of a proposal, but more often than not, these initial proposals didn't meet the tenant's expectations right out of the gate. This led to a repetitive cycle of drafting, presenting, and revising, which could stretch to four to five iterations, and sometimes even more, before finally receiving the tenant's approval. This protracted process not only delayed the leasing timeline but also hindered the prompt generation of loan money, creating a cascading effect of delays and inefficiencies. The pressing need for a more streamlined and efficient approach was undeniable, prompting a search for a transformative solution.

To revolutionize the leasing process and cut down on repetitive tasks, we introduced our innovative solution to Drees & Sommer: the v.create office configurator. This cutting-edge 3D tool is specifically designed to streamline the validation of office layouts across various industries. It offers a dynamic and interactive platform, allowing major stakeholders to not only review and adjust drafts with ease but also to immerse themselves in a virtual walkthrough of the envisioned spaces. This capability significantly reduces the back-and-forth typically associated with the leasing process, thereby minimizing the need for multiple revisions. By leveraging this technology, we aimed to enhance decision-making efficiency, expedite the approval process, and ultimately deliver a more satisfying and engaging experience for all involved parties.

When we introduced the v.create solution to Drees & Sommer, they were using a basic 2D office layout generator to streamline their processes. However, envisioning a space through a 2D layout often requires a technical eye, limiting the ability of non-technical stakeholders to fully grasp the potential of a design. The game-changing feature that captivated Drees & Sommer was the 3D walkthrough capability of our tool, offering an immersive experience that brings proposed spaces to life, allowing for a more intuitive understanding and interaction with the design.

To validate the efficacy of the v.create tool, a mutual decision was made to recreate Drees & Sommer's main office in Stuttgart, Germany, using the platform. This project served as a real-world test to verify the tool's capabilities in office redesign processes. Our team led the onboarding process, which was meticulously completed in just six weeks. Throughout this period, we tailored the experience to Drees & Sommer's specific needs, gradually introducing several advanced features. Notably, the high-quality version and the skybox surrounding model were implemented, enhancing the realism of the virtual environment. These features allowed users to not only visualize the interior designs but also gain a genuine sense of the external surroundings, thereby providing a comprehensive and immersive experience.

The collaboration with the v.create tool yielded remarkable outcomes for Drees & Sommer. The team experienced a significant time savings of up to 6 hours per person for generating each single-floor section in BIM, thanks to our seamless BIM integration. This efficiency gain was a game-changer, streamlining their processes and enhancing productivity. The positive impact of integrating their workflow with our tool was so profound that, at the beginning of 2022, Drees & Sommer made the strategic decision to acquire the v.create tool, along with all other AEC digital tools offered by Diewerkbank GbmH. This move not only underscored their satisfaction with the tool's performance but also marked a significant step towards enhancing their digital capabilities in the architectural, engineering, and construction sectors.