Time Garden

Time Garden — An Interactive 3D Nature Simulation

What It Is

Time Garden is a peaceful, real-time 3D environment that simulates the passage of time in a stylized natural setting. The experience transitions from day to night, complete with dynamic sun and moon movement, stars, clouds, and rain — all synchronized to a simulated clock. It’s a relaxing digital world designed for ambient exploration, nature-themed visualizations, or showcasing 3D animation and environmental storytelling.


What It Does

☀️ Dynamic Sun & Moon Cycle
Watch the sun and moon arc across the sky in real-time, with lighting and ambient changes that simulate morning, afternoon, sunset, and night.

🌙 Night-to-Day Transition
The background sky gradually shifts from deep navy starlight to a bright, sunny blue as the simulated day progresses. Stars fade in and out accordingly.

🌧️ Falling Rain
Gentle rain particles fall from above, adding atmospheric depth and realism to the scene.

🌳 3D Tree Model
A realistic, glTF-loaded tree model anchors the scene, casting shadows and providing a point of natural interest.

☁️ Animated Low-Poly Clouds
Stylized 3D clouds float smoothly across the sky, adding motion and charm.

🌌 Starfield
A field of twinkling stars emerges at night, creating a dreamy night-sky effect with fading opacity during sunrise.

📅 Simulated Time Label
A live digital time display shows the current in-world time and whether it’s day or night, updated in sync with the lighting conditions.

🕹️ Orbit Controls
Users can explore the environment freely using mouse or touch controls — rotate, zoom, and pan the camera for different views.


How to Use It

  1. Open the Experience: Load the page in any modern web browser — no downloads or installations required.

  2. Explore Freely: Use your mouse (or touch on mobile) to rotate and zoom around the garden.

  3. Watch the Day Unfold: Time progresses continuously, changing lighting and atmosphere every second.

  4. Spot the Details: Look for clouds drifting, stars fading, and rain falling — all in harmony with the changing time of day.


Best Viewed On

🖥️ Desktop or Laptop: Modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge recommended for best performance.

📱 Mobile Support: Works on modern smartphones, though performance and controls may vary.


Perfect For

🧘 Relaxation & Calm Visual Focus
🎓 Educational Demonstrations (Day/Night Cycle, Weather, Lighting)
🎨 Digital Art Installations or 3D Portfolios
🌐 Web-based Interactive Environments
📺 Ambient Visual Displays for Events, Exhibits, or Virtual Spaces