DBF Mass

Turn feasibility studies into competitive advantage.
Generate massing options in minutes.
Calculate areas instantly.

Built for architects, developers, and consultants.


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Why DBF Mass?

DBF Mass is the fastest way to go from site to feasibility study.


Built for architects, planners, and developers, DBF Mass turns complex building programs into clear design opportunities… instantly.


DBF Mass was born from the challenges architects face daily: weeks spent on feasibility work, manual area calculations prone to error, difficulty exploring design alternatives, and lack of client-ready visualizations.


DBF Mass's platform addresses these pain points by:

Reducing feasibility studies from days to hours with integrated 3D massing
Automating area calculations (GFA, program mix, coverage) with real-time updates as you design
Generating 5-10 design options in the time it previously took to create one
Creating professional presentations without post-production work

What Is DBF Mass?

DBF Mass solves building massing challenges during the exploration and design phase of a project. 


We use 3D geospatial visualization and parametric controls to help architects, developers, and consultants instantly generate design options, validate programs with real-time analytics, and reduce rework.

What DBF Mass Offers

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3D Geospatial Environment Interactive map interface with location search. Import site boundaries (GeoJSON, DXF, SHP). Real-time 3D visualization with contextual surroundings.

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Intuitive Footprint Drawing Manual drawing tools with orthogonal guides. Dimension tools for precision. Snap-to-grid functionality. Direct on-site editing.

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Parametric Vertical Massing Podium height controls. Tower offset adjustments. Setback configuration. Basement level integration. Real-time 3D updates.

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Program Mix Configuration Define residential, commercial, retail uses. Customizable floor allocations per program type. Mixed-use combinations with automatic area tracking.


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Real-Time Area Calculations Automatic GFA calculation. Program-specific breakdowns (residential, commercial, retail). Live updates as massing adjusts. Statistics panel with key metrics.

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Export & BIM Integration Revit export (static models). AutoCAD (DXF). Excel (area schedules). 3D model formats. Organized for seamless workflows.

Solving Real Problems in Building Design

Rapid Feasibility Studies

Used by architecture firms to generate massing studies in under an hour instead of a full day.

Respond faster to developer inquiries and land purchase assessments.

Handle projects from single buildings to complex mixed-use developments.

"DBF Mass reduced our unpaid feasibility work by 60%. We can now test multiple design options and present professional visualizations to clients immediately."

Mixed-Use Development Planning

Deployed by developers for optimal program mix testing.

Test retail ground floor + residential above scenarios.

Compare different height configurations.

Make data-driven decisions with GFA comparisons across options.

"The real-time area calculations eliminated hours of manual spreadsheet work. We can now explore alternatives confidently knowing the numbers are always current."

Advanced Architectural Intelligence

Comprehensive building design capabilities powered by integrated data analysis, computational modeling, and real-time optimization algorithms.

Site to 3D in Under 2 Minutes

Draw your site boundary and instantly see it in photorealistic 3D with Google Earth context. No complex modeling required.

Instant Design Changes

Adjust building heights, setbacks, and programs with sliders. See changes in real-time with automatic recalculation of all metrics.

Professional Materials Library

Apply 50+ photorealistic facade materials with customizable parameters. Create stunning presentations in minutes.

Live Analytics Dashboard

Monitor GFA, site coverage, FAR, and program areas as you design. Make informed decisions with real-time data.

Client Collaboration Made Easy

Share interactive 3D models with clients. They can explore designs and provide feedback without technical knowledge.

Works Anywhere, Anytime

100% web-based platform. Design on any device, collaborate remotely, and access your projects from anywhere.

Real-Time Design Intelligence

Continuous analysis and optimization throughout the design process with enterprise-grade analytics and reporting.

90%

Faster Design Process

Complete initial designs in hours instead of days
87%

More Project Wins

Better presentations lead to more successful pitches
75%

Fewer Revisions

Real-time feedback reduces costly design changes
$50K+

Annual Savings

Reduced design time and improved efficiency

From Concept to Client Presentation in 10 Minutes

Our streamlined workflow gets you from site sketch to professional presentation faster than ever before.

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Site Import

Import your site boundary using GeoJSON, DXF, SHP, or search location directly. 
DBF Mass automatically loads geospatial context with 3D surroundings.

Draw Building Footprint

Use manual drawing tools with orthogonal guides and dimension controls. Define your building footprint with precision directly on the site.

Configure Program Mix

Set building programs: residential (floors 5-15), commercial (floors 2-4), retail (ground). 
Customize floor allocations for each use type with visual feedback.

Adjust Vertical Massing

Control podium heights, tower offsets, setbacks, and basement levels with parametric sliders. 
Test different configurations and see instant 3D updates.

Monitor Real-Time Analytics

Watch GFA calculations update automatically. 
See program-specific area breakdowns, coverage ratios, and key metrics in live statistics panel.

Apply Facade & Export

Add facade textures for presentation quality. 
Export to Revit (static model), AutoCAD (DXF), Excel (area schedules), or 3D formats for detailed design continuation.

Intelligence-Driven Design

Transform your architectural practice with advanced analytics, computational design, and real-time intelligence.
Request access to explore DBF Mass capabilities.