Addressing potential visual impact early in the process allows project sponsors to anticipate and get out ahead of potential community concerns and misconceptions.
Don’t let visual opposition derail your investment. We provide the clear, objective data you need to understand and manage the aesthetic footprint of your project.

What We See

Visual Assessment

Being able to envision a project early in the development process helps guide decision-making, address unforeseen issues, and gain public consensus. Saratoga Associates offers a full range of computerized visualization solutions that provide qualitative and quantitative visual impact assessments.

We scale our visualization solutions to meet your project needs, ranging from internal review of design alternatives to public outreach or detailed regulatory compliance. Our experienced practitioners create highly accurate and legally defensible visualizations by using current photographic, 3D modeling and rendering technologies, quality source data, and rigorous review protocols to clearly demonstrate the degree and character of your project within its landscape setting.

Solar

Community and Utility Scale
Our expertise in solar visual impact assessments ensures solar installations seamlessly integrate with their surroundings, whether in community or utility-scale applications.

Wind

Offshore and Community Developments
We excel in assessing and mitigating the visual impact of offshore wind projects, documenting coastal vistas and supporting sustainable energy generation.

Battery Storage

Utility Scale
Our comprehensive approach addresses the visual and environmental aspects of utility-scale battery storage, ensuring compatibility with the landscape.

Transmission Line

Utility Scale
We evaluate and enhance the visual compatibility of transmission line projects while adhering to regulatory standards.

Telecommunication

Our assessments contribute to the responsible placement of telecommunication infrastructure while minimizing visual disruption.

Industrial Development

From landfills to commercial projects, we bring a holistic perspective to industrial developments, emphasizing visual aesthetics.

Project Visualization + Graphic Communication

We turn raw data, engineering specifications, and strategic plans into clear hand or computer-generated renderings that reveal key insights and project scope at a glance.

3D Animation + Virtual Reality

We offer immersive experiences, including virtual walkthroughs, fly-bys of buildings and outdoor spaces, and interactive VR visualizations.