Explaining the work of Kukan Honyakusha (Space Translation Agency) in 11 questions
“What does Kukan Honyakusha do?”
This time, I have summarized information about Kukan Honyakusha in a Q&A format.
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Q1. What does Kukan Honyakusha do?
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Kukan Honyakusha does not aim to create 3D data itself, but rather to create a state where people in different positions can look at the same space and make decisions based on the same premises.
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Q2. What kind of people does Kukan Honyakusha envision as clients?
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Organizations such as project owners, design firms, construction companies, and surveying companies involved in construction projects.
We assume that the actual contract will be handled by the person in charge who acts as the point of contact for the project.
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Q3. Is Kukan Honyakusha a place that creates BIM models?
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No.
It is not a service aimed at BIM modeling itself.
The goal is to utilize existing BIM data or point cloud data to connect to spatial information that can be used for decision-making across the entire project.
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Q4. I have point cloud data, but no BIM, only 2D drawings. Can you handle that?
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Yes, that is possible.
Kukan Honyakusha is not a service aimed at delivering BIM models.
Therefore, instead of modeling the entire project, it is possible to partially model only the necessary areas and combine them with point cloud data to organize the spatial information.
For more details on this approach, please see this article.
[Important] What Kukan Honyakusha “does not do”──BIMThe reason for not delivering modeling
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Q5. If I have point cloud data, is BIM unnecessary?
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It is not that one is sufficient on its own.
Point clouds can accurately record the “current state”.
On the other hand, BIM contains design information such as building composition and attribute information.
By utilizing the strengths of each, it becomes spatial information that allows for more accurate judgment.
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Q6. Why is the name “Kukan Honyakusha” (Space Translation Agency)?
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Designers, surveying companies, construction companies, and project owners.
In construction projects, everyone is involved in the same building, but the information they see and the data they use are different.
I want to play the role of translating the “language of space” that each party possesses and connecting it to a shared spatial understanding.
With that thought in mind, I named the business “Kukan Honyakusha”.
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Q7. How many people run Kukan Honyakusha?
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Currently, I run it by myself.
Therefore, I may not be able to respond to short-deadline requests such as “I want it finished by tomorrow.”
For standard integration work and report creation, I estimate about 5 business days, using a typical detached house scale as a benchmark.
The work period varies depending on the amount of data and the scope of the target area.
Note that if there is no BIM data and partial modeling from 2D drawings is required, additional work will occur, so it may take extra time.
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Q8. What is Kukan Honyakusha aiming for?
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For everyone involved in a project to share the same spatial information and reduce differences in perception caused by differences in information.
I aim to reduce rework and delays in judgment caused by gaps in understanding by visualizing problems that occur during the design and construction phases in advance and sharing them among stakeholders.
In the future, I aim for a world where it is standard to share a single set of spatial information from design and construction to maintenance and management.
Kukan Honyakusha wants to be the bridge for that.
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Q9. Can you come for a site survey?
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No. I do not conduct site surveys.
At Kukan Honyakusha, we receive point cloud data, BIM data, 2D drawings, etc., as data, and deliver integrated data and reports as data.
Therefore, there is no need to visit the site, and we can handle construction projects anywhere in Japan.
Note that Kukan Honyakusha does not perform point cloud data measurement or surveying. If point cloud data has not been acquired, it is assumed that you will provide data acquired by a surveying company or similar.
For information on how to transfer data, please see this article.
“How to design the transfer of point cloud data—as preparation for Kukan Honyakusha”
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Q10. Is Navisworks necessary?
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Yes. For checking integrated data, I assume the use of Navisworks Freedom.
Navisworks Freedom is a free viewer.
Everyone involved in the project, including the owner, design, construction, and partner companies, can check the integrated data created by Kukan Honyakusha in the same 3D space.
Since it can be viewed by those who do not have dedicated BIM software, it is useful for sharing understanding and holding meetings.
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Q11. When will Kukan Honyakusha start its service?
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Currently, I am preparing for the start of the service.
After setting up the production environment and verifying with actual data, I will announce the official service details again.
Note that inquiries via email are still accepted.
For consultations and inquiries, please contact the email address listed in the profile.
Even before the service starts, I will confirm the necessary data, products, and consultation details in advance.
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For those who want to know more
Kukan Honyakusha's philosophy is also introduced in detail in this article.
* Not making drawings. Making a space where you can make decisions. —What Kukan Honyakusha is starting from now—
* [Important] What Kukan Honyakusha “does not do”──BIMThe reason for not delivering modeling
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In construction projects, many people are involved in the same building.
However, if the information they are looking at is different, their understanding will not match even if they are looking at the same building.
Kukan Honyakusha does not aim to create 3D data itself, but to create an environment where everyone can look at the same space and make decisions.
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