11 Things You Had No Idea Have Been Created With 3D Design

At the Museo del Prado in Spain (above), a collection called "Touching the Prado" features 3D renderings of famous works of art. These 3D images were designed at Estudios Durero.

The design of the second tallest building in the world was greatly aided by 3D technology. Building Information Modeling software was used in the development of the tower to improve efficiency and reduce errors.

The people at Printed Nest are looking to bring birds back to urban areas — and they're achieving this goal through 3D design and printing.

Engineers who rebuilt the east span of the San Francisco Bay Bridge after the Loma Prieta earthquake used 3D models to develop their new design.

Many jewelers utilize 3D design to create unique and engaging new pieces. You can even design your own!

At Brilliance.com, you can create a ring using 3D design, and then try a 3D model so that you can see if you like it before buying the real thing.

Fashion designers are also getting in on 3D modeling, creating futuristic designs using the technology.

3D design and printing have played a huge part in making better, less expensive prosthetic limbs. And now 3D design has even allowed for adding some personal style to a new limb.

At 3D Systems, prosthetic limbs were created for a dog named Derby, who can now run around freely.

Crayon Creatures uses 3D design to make figurines out of drawings — so now that weird thing your kid drew can become 3D!

Finally, at my3Dtwin.com you can design your very own 3D twin! Technology is a beautiful thing.