Charts
Latitude Kinsale can use any chart from around the world, we have access to all of the Hydrographic offices including UKHO, NOAA etc. The majority of our work uses UKHO / British Admiralty charts(Link to Todd) which are colour high quality charts, being the worlds largest Hyrographic office gives us access to the most comprehensive collection of nautical charts.
Black & White Archive charts.
Latitude Kinsale has access to the UKHO archive. We can research charts dating back to the 1800’s. The B&W charts look fabulous in their own right but especially done in 3D and we wil even do the sea views in 3D. Framed in a beautiful black frame with a charcoal surround and black background. With the addition of background lighting they are true works of nautical art.
Framing Options.
Every chart is framed and ready to hang. Latitude Kinsale have taken care of every detail, we know from experience what is the most suitable frame and you the customer do not have to worry about framing. Our frames are high quality and are an intregal part of the 3D nautical chart.
We can offer a limited choice in the case of colour chart, the standard frame is Ramen which is very neutral, blending in with most surroundings. Alternatively we can offer a high quality Oak frame , carefully chosen for its depth and character of wood.
Surround Lighting
Latitude Kinsale prides itself in being innovative, surround lighting built into the frame!! The effect is stunning! A soft white light is cast evenly across the face of the chart highlighting the 3D, casting shadows and in a way that there is no reflection in the glass. In a room at night they glow and become a major feature. We developed a special frame with inbult LED lighting carefully concealed in the frame so all you see is the “light”! . LED lighting is the most reliable form of lighting. An external transformer plugs into the nearest mains supply and a light cable supplys 9V’s to the back of the unit . No high voltage cables required. Visit the Surround lighting gallery for more examples.
Chart Table
Creating Bespoke furniture in the form of chart tables. Latitude Kinsale combines its creative talent, embedding a 3D chart under glass putting your own personal stamp on a piece of fine furniture. Or on a boat! Latitude Kinsale will design a table that will integrate seamlessly into your boats interior. Imbedded background lighting and you add a serious Wow factor that will set your interior apart from the rest. (Link to chart table page)
Story Board chart
Combining a series of 3D charts in one frame that tells a story. In the example shown on this page there are four individual 3D charts, it was a gift from the crew to the skipper after many great years racing. The four charts are :
- Isle of Wight - The Home Port.
- The Fastnet - The Fastnet race
- Muckle Flugga – The round Britain & Ireland race
- Cork Harbour – Cork Week
For more examples, visit the Storyboard Gallery
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