“It All Started With a Passion. And It’s Still There.”

When you’re inspired by what you do … driven by the excitement of creativity … you see it in the results.

About B3D Design

 

B3D Design was formed in 1996, but the idea was born years earlier.

 
It began with a passion to explore and master the latest visual technologies, and has grown to establish new levels of excellence in representing the unique and complex environments in which our clients work.

The Company

B3D Design is a high-end creative animation and film studio specialising in custom productions for industrial clients, with a particular focus on the Gas, Oil, Marine, Renewable Energy and Development sector in the onshore and offshore business.
We deliver the total visual package — an optimal combination of on-site film and photography with striking studio animation — all under one roof. From pre-planning to post-production, we bring the creativity and experience to showcase the quality of your work and the success of your projects, whether in their pre-FEED (front-end engineering and design), tendering or execution stages.
B3D Design’s experience is international in scope, encompassing Africa, Australia, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Europe.

B3D Team

 

The B3D team has more than 60 years of combined experience with film and 3D.
And we’re here to utilise that experience and make it work magic for our clients.

Hans Burchartz

The company’s Chief Executive Officer began his career as a CAD/CAM specialist at the prestigious maritime firm Van Oord. He later discovered a strong affinity for the creative field of 3D animation, leading him to found B3D Design in 1997 and build a highly specialized team focused on delivering design solutions for the offshore industry.

His leadership is defined by strategic vision, charisma, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, driving each project with precision.

Bernd Burchartz

The Chief Operating Officer is a highly qualified drone pilot, holding multiple certifications in the field. However, his role at B3D Design extends far beyond these technical capabilities, serving as the CEO’s right hand and playing a critical role in coordinating offshore logistics operations.

His experience and management expertise bring an innovative perspective to every project, contributing decisively to operational efficiency and the company’s ongoing strengthening within a highly specialized environment.

George Simms

George is a native English speaker who has worked on corporate documentation and design for American companies such as Xerox, General Electric and PepsiCo. He also has decades of experience in voice over narration for films, radio and television, as well as live musical performances on concert stages around the world.

Kiran Scannel

Born in Northwest Ireland (Donegal), Kiran studied Graphic Design at the London College of Printing in London. He trained at BBC Television Centre as a trainee cameraman, later working in both studio and Outside Broadcast before becoming a freelance lighting cameraman with over 30 years of experience in film.

Kiran focuses on audiovisual production and digital animation, with a strong command of composition, camera movement, and lighting. His work blends technical precision with narrative sensitivity, adapting to both live-action and hybrid production workflows.

Sebastian Segura

The Design Coordinator is an Industrial Designer, graduated from one of Colombia’s most prestigious institutions, with experience in areas such as 3D animation, web design, 3D printing, and multimedia design with a focus on artificial intelligence.

His multidisciplinary background has enabled him to establish himself as a well rounded professional within the Latin American design sector. In every project, he combines creativity, discipline, and refined aesthetic sensitivity, in alignment with the standards of excellence that define B3D Design.

Daniel Oliveros

The 3D Producer and Animator is a creative professional with a strong capability for developing high-quality digital environments. His talent and innovative approach enable him to bring complex concepts to life with precision and excellence, setting him apart within the industry through his advanced technical expertise and refined visual sensibility.

Throughout his career, he has built extensive experience across a wide range of specialized industry software, allowing him to approach each project with versatility, efficiency, and a high standard of execution.

Fabian Angulo

With over 15 years of experience, he is recognized as one of the leading CAD drafting specialists in the industry. His advanced command of tools such as Civil 3D enables him to produce highly precise and efficient technical drawings, consistently delivering results of exceptional quality.

His performance is defined by speed, accuracy, and effectiveness in every deliverable. Furthermore, by integrating artificial intelligence into his workflows, he has developed innovative methodologies that provide a distinctive competitive advantage within the industry.

Carlos Echeverry

An artist and craftsman by vocation, he possesses exceptional manual skills that he has further enhanced through advanced expertise in 3D printing. His profile combines technical precision with refined aesthetic sensibility, positioning him as a key contributor in the creation of scale models of vessels, structures, and various components used in the offshore industry.

His work is distinguished by a high level of detail, quality in execution, and a deep understanding of the technical requirements of the sector.

Amparo Rivera

The Scale Model Production Assistant is distinguished by her precision, meticulous approach, and exceptional attention to detail, making her an indispensable part of the production process.

She possesses outstanding manual skills, a strong understanding of color theory, and sound decision-making abilities at every stage, ensuring results of the highest quality.

Our Clients

Based on our almost 20 years of hands-on experience with the world’s foremost engineering and contracting companies, our visual creations communicate their messages with clarity, ingenuity and stunning impact.

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