The Global Building Atlas Downloader
Easily Download 3D Building Data from the Global Building Atlas The Global Building Atlas is one of the most ambitious open mapping projects to date: a global, high-resolution dataset describing 2.75 billion buildings worldwide , including their footprints, heights, and simple 3D (LoD1) geometry. Developed by researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) , the dataset offers an unprecedented view of the built environment at a truly global scale. To make this vast dataset easier to explore and use, I’ve created a simple web map that lets anyone download building data for a chosen location — no GIS software required. 👉 The Global Building Atlas Downloader The Global Building Atlas Downloader focuses on one thing: easy access to the data . Instead of trying to load billions of buildings into a web map, the application lets users: Navigate to any location in the world Download building data for a 1-mile square area centered on the map Save the result instantly as a Ge...
