Explore, Design and Monitor the Urban Landscape

GEOVIA Urban Planning provides city designers, planners, and architects with the tools to create a virtual twin, a 3D copy of an existing urban landscape, using all available data, including geological, topographical, demographic, and transportation information. From there, they can simulate how urban projects could evolve over time and in various circumstances.

Finally, because these tools are united on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, all stakeholders in city departments and the overall urban environment can (subject to custom-built access rules) easily see and share views of the virtual twin, leading to a greater understanding of the reasons behind, and implications of, city planning decisions.

Explore, discover and share insights with the ecosystem over the virtual twin of the city.

City Contributor role allows user to create 3D experiences of the city leveraging the referential data sets created by City Referential Manager. Based on the specific contexts, user could curate content, set visualization preferences and save viewpoints to explore interactively.

It facilitates collaboration based on a common set of data and intuitively convey intent with all city stakeholders by easily navigating the virtual twin inside a 3D dashboard. The city virtual twin could include 2D, 3D, symbolic representations as well as detailed project models. The navigation capabilities provide a seamless user experiences from large scale view to pedestrian immersive view.

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Benefit

Gain holistic awareness of the location through its semantic-rich virtual twin.
Review proposals context and reconcile constrains upstream.
Collaborate seamlessly across scales and domains with all stakeholders.

Highlights

Navigate city virtual twin seamlessly from large to immersive views
Visualize city data in compelling ways and in context
Collaborate socially and formally while sharing common understanding of the territory
Analyze georeferenced information through innovative data visualizations
- Construction models
- Geology models
- Point clouds

What's New

Toggle representations for Construction datasets, view its footprint, volume and detailed representation, generated based on related IFC data.
Improved visualization for terrain dataset boundaries with smooth transition, for overlapping data sets and/or different resolutions.
Apply colors based on point-cloud classification for improved legibility.
Couple data perspectives with territorial virtual twins for geospatial awareness with improved data visualization on synchronized color-washing, cross-selection and filtering.

Transform and prepare geospatial data for insightful data visualization in context.

City Data Engineer provides capabilities to preview, qualify and adjust data source files that are needed to create data sets for the referential. Data technicians and specialists familiar with GIS and 3D city assets can leverage the library of processors to prepare the data as best suited for use within the platform.

From raster data analysis to simple feature processing, City Data Engineer can be used alongside City Referential Manager or City Contributor roles to support referential data preparation or data analysis view.

Benefit

Effortless data assessment directly via web application.
Built-in geospatial data qualification capabilities with a library of processors.
Easy preview along all steps of data processing.
Seamless data source file upload to the platform.

Highlights

Preview, Qualify and Transform geospatial data for high quality data referential.
Manipulate data sources to support insightful data visualization for all stakeholders.

What's New

No enhancent for this release

Create and manage the territory's common data referential and virtual twin.

City Referential Manager provides capabilities to build and manage the virtual twin of the city. Data managers or administrators can leverage all their georeferenced content to create the city referential. Data will be uploaded in the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform and processed to enrich the city data model.

Each city asset will be managed as a distinct object with its own semantic and graphic representations. From large-scale buildings and vegetation 3D representation to GIS simple features, this role allows user to create and curate data sets which other city stakeholders could leverage to experience the city via its varied virtual representations based on the qualified referential.

Benefit

Built-in geospatial data editing and transformation capabilities.
Build and maintain a common data referential for all city stakeholders.
Manage city’s 3D virtual twin content, from symbolic to realistic.

Highlights

Preview, Qualify and Transform geospatial data for high quality data referential.
Easily build and maintain the virtual twin of the city with cross-discipline content.
Manage the common data referential for the whole city ecosystem.
Facilitate data sharing and collaboration to break the organizational silos.
Create and run experiences on 3DDashboards.

What's New

Improved efficiency during data aggregation via multi-dataset import from web services (WMTS, WMS, WFS).
Retain cross-scale data consistency from detailed Construction dataset to territorial scale datasets using the new Query Builder.

Play city experiences in a collaborative environment to connect all stakeholders of the city ecosystem.

City Viewer role allows users to play the navigation experience prepared by City Referential Manager, a gateway to experience the city’s virtual twin. Being native to the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform, all city stakeholders can easily navigate the city inside a 3D dashboard. Navigation experiences comprise data sets that are suitable for general access (published by City Referential Manager), which allows for maximum contextual-based collaboration by all stakeholders while ensuring more sensitive data sets’ accessibility control.

Customer environment prerequisite: at least, one City Referential Manager user (CRMIC-OC license) is needed to publish the experiences to the City Viewer users.

Benefit

Connect the whole city ecosystem to the city referential.
Provide easy virtual twin navigation for all collaborators.
Provides spatial context for inter-widget interaction via APIs.

Highlights

Play city navigation experiences in an 3D dashboard.
Navigate in a city immersive environment for superior contextual understanding.
Improve collaboration effectiveness via sharable experiences.

What's New

Toggle representations for Construction datasets, view its footprint, volume and detailed representation, generated based on related IFC data.

GEOVIA Urban Planning FAQ

What are the urban planning examples?

Samples of Urban Planning:

Streetscapes: Designing road layouts, sidewalks, and visual elements along streets to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
Public Parks: Creating recreational areas that offer greenery, relaxation, and leisure activities for the community.
Green Spaces: Designating areas within urban settings for gardens, trees, and natural habitats to promote environmental health.
Transportation Systems: Planning efficient networks of roads, public transit, and pedestrian pathways to ensure smooth mobility.
Zoning Regulations: Implementing rules that regulate land use, ensuring compatible activities and preserving community character.

What is the sustainable urban planning?

The idea of sustainable urban planning centers around the creation of cities and communities designed to be enduringly environmentally, socially, and economically viable. This approach takes into account the multifaceted dimensions of development – environmental, economic, and social – with the aim of establishing cities capable of withstanding the impacts of climate change, population expansion, and various other environmental and economic complexities.

What are the 7 concepts of urban planning?

Urban planning constitutes a intricate procedure encompassing a diverse array of components. This process entails the determination of a city or town’s layout and its intended utilization. The fundamental principles guiding urban planning encompass seven key concepts:

Land Use
Transportation
Infrastructure
Environment
Economic Development
Social Equity
Governance

These core notions establish the bedrock of urban planning, playing a vital role in shaping habitable and environmentally viable cities.

Why is GIS Important in Urban Planning?

Urban planning revolves around the notion of location and space. Whether it entails comprehending the existing configuration of a particular area or formulating a vision for the city’s future progress, GIS (Geographic Information System) emerges as an indispensable tool. This comprehensive system enables urban planners to scrutinize a myriad of data within a singular framework, encompassing facets such as the city’s current status, land-use regulations, environmental concerns, and community sentiments.

In essence, GIS is a linchpin for urban planners, enhancing their ability to orchestrate development projects while considering spatial factors, fostering sustainability, and ensuring the overall betterment of urban environments.

Do urban planners use GIS?

Urban planners commonly use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) as an integral tool in their work. GIS is a powerful technology that helps urban planners gather, analyze, and visualize spatial data related to cities and urban areas. Here’s how and in which sectors planners use GIS:

Spatial Analysis
Zoning and Land Use Planning
Infrastructure Planning
Environmental Impact Assessment
Transportation Planning
Demographic Analysis
Public Engagement
Disaster Preparedness and Response

What technology do urban planners use?

GIS Software: Vital for mapping and analyzing spatial data, GIS software aids urban planners in visualizing and comprehending information related to land use, transportation networks, demographics, and environmental factors.
CAD Software: Used for crafting intricate architectural and engineering drawings, CAD software assists planners in designing infrastructure, buildings, and public spaces.
Simulation and Modeling Tools: Planners employ simulation and modeling software to create scenarios for urban development, enabling predictions about the effects of proposed changes on traffic flow, energy consumption, and urban systems.
Data Analytics and Big Data: Leveraged by urban planners, data analytics and big data tools analyze extensive datasets, extracting insights to guide data-driven decisions regarding transportation, housing, and infrastructure projects.
3D Visualization Software: These tools enable planners to construct virtual models of urban projects, allowing stakeholders to visualize the appearance and functionality of proposed developments.
Remote Sensing Technologies: Satellite imagery and aerial drones provide planners with up-to-date, high-resolution data for tasks like land-use mapping, environmental monitoring, and disaster response.
Transportation Planning Software: Specialized software assists transportation planners in analyzing traffic flow, optimizing public transit systems, and designing efficient transportation networks.
Environmental Assessment Tools: Planners use environmental assessment software to evaluate the impact of development projects on the environment, ensuring compliance with regulations and sustainability goals.
Public Engagement Platforms: Digital platforms and social media facilitate community engagement, input gathering, and public participation in the planning process.
Sustainability and Energy Modeling: Software for sustainability analysis and energy modeling assess the environmental and energy efficiency aspects of urban designs and infrastructure projects.
Real Estate and Market Analysis Software: Urban planners employ these tools to understand market trends, property values, and economic factors that influence development decisions.

Urban Planning vs. Urban Design, what are the differences?

Scope	Urban Planning	Urban Design
Definition	Involves comprehensive, long-term management of urban areas, addressing policies, regulations, and strategies for guiding city and regional growth. Factors considered include land use, transportation, infrastructure, zoning, and social/economic elements to create sustainable and functional urban environments.	Focuses on the physical and aesthetic aspects of urban spaces, working on the arrangement of buildings, streets, public areas, and overall layout to improve functionality, aesthetics, and quality of life within specific areas of the city.
Goals	The primary goal of urban planning is to create sustainable, equitable, and efficient urban environments. Planners strive to balance various aspects such as economic development, environmental sustainability, social equity, and public health.	Urban design aims to enhance the physical and visual aspects of urban spaces. Designers work to create attractive, pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods and public spaces while considering aesthetics, architectural coherence, and human-scale interactions.
Professionals	Urban planners typically have backgrounds in urban studies, geography, or public policy. They often work for government agencies, consulting firms, or nonprofit organizations.	Urban designers often have backgrounds in architecture, landscape architecture, or urban design itself. They focus on the physical design and aesthetics of urban spaces and may work for architecture firms, design studios, or as independent consultants.

Scope

Urban Planning

Urban Design

Definition

Involves comprehensive, long-term management of urban areas, addressing policies, regulations, and strategies for guiding city and regional growth. Factors considered include land use, transportation, infrastructure, zoning, and social/economic elements to create sustainable and functional urban environments.

Focuses on the physical and aesthetic aspects of urban spaces, working on the arrangement of buildings, streets, public areas, and overall layout to improve functionality, aesthetics, and quality of life within specific areas of the city.

Goals

The primary goal of urban planning is to create sustainable, equitable, and efficient urban environments. Planners strive to balance various aspects such as economic development, environmental sustainability, social equity, and public health.

Urban design aims to enhance the physical and visual aspects of urban spaces. Designers work to create attractive, pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods and public spaces while considering aesthetics, architectural coherence, and human-scale interactions.

Professionals

Urban planners typically have backgrounds in urban studies, geography, or public policy. They often work for government agencies, consulting firms, or nonprofit organizations.

Urban designers often have backgrounds in architecture, landscape architecture, or urban design itself. They focus on the physical design and aesthetics of urban spaces and may work for architecture firms, design studios, or as independent consultants.