Several technologies were used to document the Moseley Homestead to allow for archival preservation of the site and to produce a digital “twin” and historic building information management database for the site.
Digital Documentation and Analysis
Comprehensive digital documentation of the Moseley Homestead was carried out using 3D laser scanning, high-resolution imaging, and aerial drone survey to capture the property’s architecture, landscape, and material details with exceptional precision. These techniques produced accurate models and measured drawings that support understanding of the site’s structural condition, construction methods, and conservation needs.
Drone-based mapping and GPS land surveying provided high-resolution elevation and contour data, allowing researchers to model terrain, assess roof conditions, and evaluate stabilization and restoration priorities. The resulting datasets serve as the basis for 3D site models and integration into a Geographic Information System (GIS) for ongoing monitoring and preservation planning.
In addition to the 3D documentation, photogrammetry, 360-degree photography, and gigapixel imaging were employed to capture artifacts, interior spaces, and panoramic views. Historic photographs and archival materials were also digitized, preserving an irreplaceable visual and cultural record of the homestead and its evolution through time. All project data were provided to the Timberly Trust as part of grant and contract award deliverables.
Digital survey and documentation directed by Principal Investigators Lori Collins, Ph.D., RPA, and Travis Doering, Ph.D., University of South Florida, 2022-2024.
