Major: Cybersecurity
Graduating Year: May, 2025
A 3D Vision of the New CSUSB Performing Arts Center
The new Performing Arts Center at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is poised to become a cultural landmark in the Inland Empire. Scheduled to open during the 2024-25 academic year, this 73,337-square-foot facility will feature a 500-seat theater and state-of-the-art spaces for teaching, rehearsal, and performance.
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Andrew's creation of a detailed 3D digital model of the center has been instrumental in visualizing this ambitious project. His work provides a virtual preview of the center's modern design and innovative features, offering the community an early glimpse into a venue that promises to enrich the region's cultural landscape.
The Performing Arts Center is designed to serve as a "front door" to the campus, presenting a modern and forward-looking face to visitors and the larger community.
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It aims to provide equitable educational experiences that reflect the excellence of CSUSB's theater arts and music programs. Upon completion, it will be the only theater of its size and quality in the Inland Empire, allowing more community members to experience the highly acclaimed productions from CSUSB student performers and musicians.
Andrew's 3D model not only showcases the architectural and functional aspects of the Performing Arts Center but also highlights the university's commitment to integrating technology and the arts. His work stands as a testament to the talent and dedication of CSUSB students, playing a crucial role in bringing the vision of the Performing Arts Center to life.
The Creative Process
Andrew’s work on this project involved designing an efficient workflow that bridged the gap between Blender and Unreal Engine 5. His process included several key stages:
• Precision Modeling: Using Blender, Andrew carefully modeled and scaled every asset to ensure the dimensions were accurate and aligned with the physical space.
• Texturing and Realism: He enhanced the model by texturing and baking the assets, adding realistic details that brought the design to life.
• Custom Collisions: To ensure functionality, Andrew developed custom collisions for each model, ensuring seamless interaction within the virtual space.
• Final Integration: All assets were imported into Unreal Engine 5, where Andrew implemented baked lighting and VR capabilities, creating an immersive experience ready for virtual reality.
   
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A Vision for the Future
Andrew’s dedication to detail and innovative approach resulted in a polished 3D model that not only showcases the Performing Arts Center but also sets a high standard for digital visualization. His work provides a stunning preview of the cutting-edge facility and highlights the immense potential of combining artistry and technology.
The video tour and virtual tour, currently in development, will allow users to explore the Performing Arts Center in an entirely new way. This project underscores the power of student innovation at CSUSB and demonstrates how emerging talent is shaping the future of digital design.