H.G. Fenton Gains “X-Ray Vision” to Eliminate Rework at a Coastal Development

H.G. Fenton Company has been shaping San Diego communities for more than a century. For its new coastal development, Tower24 Ponto Beach in Carlsbad,

the team set out to create better visibility, stronger verification, and lower risk across the project’s 23 buildings and more than 200,000 square feet of

residential space. Traditional documentation methods made it difficult to verify behind-the-wall conditions with accuracy. H.G. Fenton needed a reliable and

verifiable record of as-built construction that could support both day-to-day decision making and long-term asset management.

What H.G. Fenton Needed

A single source of truth that would:

• Prevent costly rework before it occurred

• Improve communication between ownership, project managers, and trades

• Strengthen QA and QC workflows

• Provide accurate documentation for future warranty and insurance needs

The Solution: 3D Documentation at the MEPF Stage

At every major MEPF inspection milestone, Krosshatch captured detailed 3D models with LiDAR sensors, producing accurate digital twins of every building

within the development. These comprehensive scans delivered:

• Clear, verifiable as-built documentation to support strong decision making

• Remote access to behind-the-wall conditions for owners, architects, and field teams

• Quicker, more efficient QA and QC reviews with reduced field time

• Permanent, measurable records for future reference, warranty needs, and insurance verification

What once required multiple teams and repeated walkthroughs became instantly accessible from any device. Hallmark, the project’s construction

partner, saw the value immediately.

“Krosshatch’s 3D documentation has offered tremendous value not

previously available. We have been able to troubleshoot issues throughout

the construction process, saving our client money and minimizing wasted

time. It is like having X-ray vision.”

— Alec Stephens, Senior Project Manager at Hallmark

The Results: Faster Decisions, Fewer Errors, Stronger Outcomes

Integrating 3D documentation into the Tower24 workflow had a measurable impact across the entire team.

Key Results

• Reduced rework costs

• Significant time savings during documentation and inspections

• Faster QA and QC approval cycles

• More accurate and verifiable as-built records

Beyond immediate efficiencies, H.G. Fenton now holds a long-term digital asset that supports property management, warranty processes, and insurance

verification. The project is future-ready with complete behind-the-wall and above-ceiling visibility for the lifespan of every building.

Setting a New Standard for Construction Documentation

The Tower24 project established a new benchmark for how H.G. Fenton integrates technology into development. By using 3D capture they improved

transparency, sped up decision making, and strengthened construction outcomes. For owners, developers, and general contractors, this case study

demonstrates that 3D documentation is more than a quality control step. It is a strategic investment in efficiency, risk management, and long-term asset value.

Ready to Build with Confidence?

Krosshatch equips project teams with clear, measurable documentation at every stage of construction. Reach out to learn how 3D documentation can give you

a permanent reference of your project’s true as-built conditions. Krosshatch will help to keep your next development ahead of the curve.