Digital archiving is often treated as the preservation of spaces, artefacts, and structures. While essential, this approach can overlook the people, memories, and lived experiences that give heritage its meaning. At Glassbox3D, we believe that cultural heritage is living. It is shaped by the communities who experienced it, the stories they carry, and the knowledge passed between generations. Our work begins there.

Rather than recreating empty spaces, we work directly with people who lived the history we are documenting. Through fieldwork, collaboration, and research-led methodologies, we capture personal recollections, indigenous knowledge, and cultural context alongside physical environments. Immersive technologies become tools — not the focus — allowing history to be experienced as lived-in, human, and meaningful.

Glassbox3D is led by Dr Izak Potgieter, a PhD graduate specialising in the intersection of cultural heritage and immersive technologies. Our work is grounded in in-house fieldwork, academic research, and ethical collaboration with communities and institutions. This ensures every project balances technical innovation with cultural responsibility.

We collaborate with organisations entrusted with preserving, interpreting, and sharing cultural heritage, including: - Museums and galleries - Cultural and heritage institutions - Universities and research bodies - Cultural NGOs and heritage councils If your work involves safeguarding history for future generations, we’d welcome a conversation.

Every heritage project is unique. Whether you’re exploring digital archiving, immersive interpretation, or new ways of engaging audiences, we’d be glad to discuss how Glassbox3D could support your work.