Abstract:
To measure the dimensions of different rooms or edifices that are to be designed is an important activity of architects, or interior designers, because these measurements are very important in design. Standard measurement techniques are to take direct measurements using a meter measurement tape. This takes a long amount of time to gather all the necessary details and at least two persons to measure and record the results. Thus, the process is not very convenient as it could take a number of times to gather all the data and it is difficult to sometime accurately measure all areas, such as heights and hard to reach corners. It is also sometimes difficult to take measurements in spaces that are constantly under use, dangerous, restricted or have been damaged or taken down. Thus, for these instances, photography is the best tool for making the necessary measurements. Therefore, the objectives of this research are to determine the convenient methods and the tools necessary to make approximate measurements and under restricted conditions as well as set terms and conditions for the tools that are to be developed. The research method is based on a triangulation theory and survey method using photographs, or imaging. These are then used to develop a software program that can measure dimensions using digital images of specified venues. The program must be able to check results and should focus on allowing the user to move, change and rotate fixed spaces and angles. It should be able to determine detailed measurements by overlaying, or overlapping, images in order to exchange, or replace, items that are pictured or designed into the space. Measurement costs should then be compared for the two systems, computer-aimed measurement and standard meter tape measurement. Analysis of the software is made through questionnaires administered to experts chosen at random. Research results based on the objectives found there are many fitting conditions, but still restrictions when incorporating the Graphic User Interface (GUI). This project should then undergo further development to increase its efficiency and reduce problems caused by different factors. The computer-aided software can be used at this time for certain tasks using MAC OS, Linux OS and other operating systems.