Abstract:
The objective of this report is to outline the Development of a Virtual Bangladesh National Museum, with an emphasis on 3D modeling and texturing, two of the primary aspects of the project. Its main aim is to preserve and showcase the rich cultural heritage of Bangladesh in a digital format by virtually recreating important artifacts and monuments. The project utilized industry-standard tools like Blender and Substance Painter to create intricate 3D models and realistic textures, maintaining high levels of visual fidelity and cultural accuracy. Important points of the entire development process consisted of wireframe modeling, UV unwrapping and texturing, all performed to get the historical accuracy but still keeping the artistic side of the model too. The report also details the issues that arose during the design process, including high-poly model optimization and realistic material representation, as well as the solutions that were implemented in order to maintain iterative workflows. Furthermore, the virtual artifacts were designed in a way that their incorporation into an interactive environment allows diverse audiences access and engagement with them. This project then contributes to the domain of digital heritage preservation through its focus on the technical and creative processes of 3D modeling and texturing, providing an innovative approach to cultural education and global accessibility. It demonstrates the implementation of the project's methodologies and tools in the creation of a virtual museum system and offers a solid basis for the further advancement of similar virtual museum systems.
