SpaceView AR
Augmented Reality Interior Design App
Client Background & Challenge
Understanding the problem space and business context
Industry Context
Furniture retail is moving online, but customers struggle to visualize products in their space. AR solves this problem by allowing virtual furniture placement.
Business Problem
Client wanted to build an AR app that lets users place and customize 3D furniture models in their real space using their smartphone camera.
Technical Challenges
- Realistic 3D furniture models with accurate scale
- AR tracking and plane detection in various lighting conditions
- Real-time shadows and lighting for realism
- Performance optimization for smooth 60fps AR experience
- Cross-platform support (iOS ARKit and Android ARCore)
- Large 3D model library with fast loading
12 weeks from concept to App Store launch
20-50 employees
App Store guidelines, Privacy policy for camera access
Why Dotsea?
Client chose Dotsea for our expertise in Unity, ARKit, and 3D graphics optimization.
Our Approach
How we solved the problem
Discovery Process
We researched AR best practices, analyzed competitor apps, tested various AR frameworks, and created prototypes to validate technical feasibility.
Solution Strategy
Built native iOS app with Unity and ARKit for best performance, with WebXR fallback for web users. Optimized 3D models with LOD and texture compression.
Team Composition
Methodology
Agile with weekly sprints. Rapid prototyping and user testing throughout development.
Solution Architecture
Technical implementation and infrastructure
Overview
Native iOS app with Unity engine, ARKit for AR, Firebase backend, and CDN for 3D model delivery.
SpaceView AR Architecture
Visual Transformation
Project Walkthrough
Chapters
Code Example
Tech Stack
Best-in-class 3D engine with ARKit integration
Apple's native AR framework for best performance
WebGL-based 3D for web fallback
Browser-based AR for web users
Real-time database, auth, and analytics
Catalog management and 3D model processing
Open-source 3D modeling and optimization
Development Process
Timeline, milestones, and challenges overcome
Project Timeline
12 weeks: 2 weeks prototyping, 8 weeks development, 2 weeks testing and launch
AR Prototype Validated
Week 2Proof of concept with basic AR placement working
Core Features Complete
Week 6AR placement, rotation, scaling, and lighting implemented
3D Model Library Integrated
Week 850+ furniture models optimized and integrated
Beta Testing Started
Week 10TestFlight beta with 100+ users
App Store Launch
Week 12Approved and launched on App Store
Challenges & Solutions
Challenge:
AR tracking quality varied significantly in different lighting conditions
Solution:
Implemented adaptive tracking parameters, added visual feedback for poor tracking, and improved plane detection algorithms
Challenge:
3D models were too large, causing slow loading and poor performance
Solution:
Implemented LOD system, texture compression, and progressive loading. Reduced average model size by 80%
Challenge:
Shadows and lighting didn't match real environment
Solution:
Used ARKit's environment probes for realistic lighting, implemented real-time shadow mapping, and added ambient occlusion
Results & Impact
Measurable outcomes and business value delivered
Quantitative Metrics
Qualitative Results
- Featured by Apple in "Apps We Love" section
- Positive press coverage in tech and design publications
- Users report higher confidence in purchase decisions
- Reduced product returns due to better visualization
- Social sharing of AR screenshots drives organic growth
- Furniture retailers requesting white-label version
Business Impact
SpaceView AR transformed furniture shopping by letting customers visualize products in their space before buying. The 12% conversion rate from AR views to purchases (4x higher than without AR) validated the business model and attracted Series A funding.
What Our Client Says
Dotsea brought our AR vision to life. The app is beautiful, performant, and users love it. Being featured by Apple was a dream come true. Their Unity and ARKit expertise was exactly what we needed.
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