Case Study: GTEC3D Captures the Complete CHLA Campus with High-Definition 3D Laser Scanning

GTEC3D, we believe that every great innovation starts with a precise foundation. Recently, our team had the honor of completing a comprehensive 3D laser scanning and modeling project for the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA)
 campus.
 
As CHLA and USC embark on a landmark $40-million biomedical research and innovation initiative, having an accurate “digital twin” of existing campus conditions is critical for the success of future renovations and expansion.
GTEC3D personnel operate 3D scanning equipment on the roof of Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

Why Precision Matters at CHLA

hildren’s Hospital Los Angeles is a top-tier pediatric facility, treating over 700,000 patients annually. With the establishment of the USC Alfred E. Mann – CHLA Joint Research Fund, the campus is evolving into a global hub for biomedical engineering and life-saving treatments.
To support this evolution, GTEC3D provided:
  • Comprehensive Campus Site Scanning: Capturing millions of data points to document the intricate Sunset campus.
  • Accurate As-Built Modeling: Transforming point cloud data into detailed Scan-to-BIM models in Revit.
  • Minimal Disruption Workflows: Utilizing advanced terrestrial scanners (like the Leica RTC360) allowed us to capture data outside of peak patient hours, ensuring zero impact on critical care operations.

Supporting the Innovation Studio and Beyond

The new initiative specifically benefits CHLA’s Innovation Studio, a technology incubator solving complex pediatric healthcare problems. By providing high-resolution digital assets, GTEC3D is helping architects and engineers:
 
  1. Plan Smarter Renovations: Reduce change orders by working from 100% accurate spatial data.
  2. Optimize MEP Systems: Mapping complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing layouts within the existing structures.
  3. Future-Proof Facilities: Creating a reliable digital foundation for the hospital’s aquatic cancer research and cell therapy laboratories.

Leadership in Reality Capture

Our Los Angeles-based partner, Eric Guizzetti, spearheaded this project, bringing deep regional expertise to ensure the scans met the hospital’s strict safety and operational standards.
 
“It’s an honor to work on a project that directly supports the people who care for our community’s most vulnerable,” said Guizzetti. “By providing CHLA with reliable digital assets, we’re enabling smarter renovations and safer planning—all backed by precise data”.

Partner with GTEC3D for Your Next Healthcare Project

Whether you are renovating a specialized medical facility or managing a large-scale institutional campus, GTEC3D delivers the precision reality capture needed to reduce risk and accelerate timelines.
 
Ready to start your next project?

Contact GTEC3D today for a free project estimate on 3D laser scanning and Scan-to-BIM services.