Reconstructing the Music Hall Rotunda and Annex at Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens c. 1764

Abstract

This paper summarises work in progress on the digital reconstruction of the structure, space and decorative program of the music hall and annex at Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens c. 1764.The proposed outcome will be a recreation of the space and its contents combining Building Information Modelling in programs such as Revit with panoramic interior views of the larger-thanlife modern-subject history paintings of scenes from and allegories based upon England's victories in the Seven Years' War, marble busts of British worthies and mirrors. The final version of the project will also include a choral and instrumental musical element, as the space was physically connected to the garden's indoor orchestral performance space.

3D Spatiotemporal Reconstruction of Places and Events for Digital Heritage

“…These visualisations can enhance the exhibits and displays and aid in the transfer of knowledge. Approaches range from the modelling and viewing of artefacts (Ardito et al 2010) to systems that attempt to combine all resources gathered into an interactive framework for visitors (Adabala et al 2010, Caffey et al 2010. The major difficulties with such systems are the complex IT framework and the reliance on subject experts to "repackage" findings to fit the technologies being used.…”

“…Mendes et al (2010) suggest that the use of interactive 3D visualisation of artefacts provides benefits for researchers and visitors to the museum but that the technological aspects (need for high detailed models, storage implementation) is complex. Similarly other work done demonstrates the need for not only subject knowledge but specific visualisation and programming skills (Bryan 2009, Caffey 2010. Going beyond the consideration of individual artefacts history and heritage is also concerned with interpretation and understanding -artefacts, places and events investigated holistically.…”

“…3D graphics, digital media and interaction provide the means to illustrate and augment historical artefacts so that aspects of life and historical events that would otherwise be difficult to re-enact are possible 3D graphics programming employing 3D models provide an information-rich, interactive environment. Their use in CGI supported films, such as Avatar, demonstrate their ability to create a compelling audience experience (Ardito et al 2010, Adabala et al 2010, Caffey et al 2010). More often than not, however, the amount of time and effort required for novice users to use these tools and applications to produce effective 3D models is considerable.…”

“…• creation of interactive 3D spatiotemporal visualisations from user generated natural language narratives • ease of use in that it allows building of 3D spatiotemporal simulations of events and locations by non-technical experts • applicability to domains (e.g. reconstructive archaeology, historical reconstruction (Caffey et al 2010) where other approaches for digital heritage techniques or situations (e.g. geographical location, time scales, cost) are impractical or more complex • flexibility i.e.…”