Category: BIM

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20200526

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20200524 - with content via @via @Architectmag @DanStine_MN @archdaily

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20200223

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20200223 - with content via @via @Architect_News @archdaily @designboom @aussiebimguru @BIM_PLUS @cartpickarch

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20200216

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20200214 - with content via @HarvardBiz @UKDynUG @swanseauni

SiteSolve – a new generative design tool

I had the opportunity to be introduced to the new generative design tool from Ramboll last week.  This tool will explore options, generate alternatives and optimise proposals.  This is worth a look to understand how the industry…

Revit into Rhino Wiki page launched

Rhino inside Revit has a new Wiki. This is a guide to Revit data hierarchy and attempts to remove confusion around system families and types. https://www.rhino3d.com/inside/revit/beta/guides/revit-to-rhino

Two fabrication events to look out for this year – Shape to Fabrication and Fabricate 2020

Digital fabrication is an exciting area within the construction industry and there are two events planned this year which appear worth planning for; Shape to Fabrication “The Shape to Fabrication conference has a focus on cutting-edge technology, innovative construction…

Clash Detection article and resource

I found this resource in LinkedIn today – amazing work from the BIMe Initiative and Bilal Succar. Highly recommend following their work and referring to the BIM Dictionary. See below a link to the Model…

Getting Started with Visual Coding: Dynamo, Grasshopper and beyond with Gavin Crump

An overview of two of the most popular computational design tools on the market; Dynamo by Autodesk, and Grasshopper by Robert Mcneel & Associates. Online on Tuesday January 21, 2020, starting at 9:00 AM UTC https://campus.hexabim.com/bim/Getting-Started-with-Visual-Coding-Dynamo-Grasshopper-and-beyond-with-Gavin-Crump

When Generative Design Backfires – VW’s New Wheels

Genuinely interesting review of generative design and the potential issues this has. A great read. Pictures courtesy of Wired, GE, Autodesk https://www.engineering.com/DesignSoftware/DesignSoftwareArticles/ArticleID/19849/When-Generative-Design-Backfires-VWs-New-Wheels.aspx

Tech 2020 Predictions and 2010 Reflections in Architecture

Always a good read to find out what may be happening this year. BIM, GIS and 3D modelling techniques are anticipated as breaking into the mainstream this year. https://www.architectmagazine.com/technology/tech-2020-predictions-and-2010-reflections-in-architecture_o

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191209

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191118 - @LondonBuildExpo #2019, new software developments from @Cityzenith5D, digital manufacturing @theb1m and articles from @archdigest plus course from @BartlettUCL

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191118

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191118 - @LondonBuildExpo #2019, new software developments from @Cityzenith5D, digital manufacturing @theb1m and articles from @archdigest plus course from @BartlettUCL

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191021

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191021 - announcing the launch at @digiconweek #DCW2019 and a new computational conference next year from @_DCIO

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191009

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20191004 Welcome to the Association of Data-Driven Design roundup. Each week the aim is to share current information and news on Data-Driven Design practices within the construction industry. Please get in…

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190921

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190921 Welcome to the Association of Data-Driven Design weekly roundup. Each week we aim is to share current information and news on Data-Driven Design practices within the construction industry. Please get…

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190915

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190915 Welcome to the Association of Data-Driven Design weekly roundup. Each week we aim is to share current information and news on Data-Driven Design practices within the construction industry. Please get…

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190905

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The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190814

The Association of Data-Driven Design weekly roundup

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190801

The Association of Data-Driven Design weekly roundup

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190724

The Association of Data-Driven Design weekly roundup

The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190717

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The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190709

The Association of Data-Driven Design weekly roundup

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The @ADDDplus #datadrivendesign roundup 20190625

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Is there a preferred standard form of contract that can be used with #BIM? One option explored.

Introduction The blog asks whether there is a preferred standard form of contract that can be used in accordance with Building Information Modelling (BIM) and whether any existing contract type can be used.  The context…

Building Information Modelling (#BIM) education exploration

Introduction This blog explores four areas regarding Building Information Modelling (BIM) education.  These include; responsibility for training, current practice and how can it be improved, advocacy both within organisations and in the industry, and responsibility…

Is a Project Manager right for the role of an Information Manager? #BIM discussion

This blog discusses the BIM Task Group recommendation that the project lead or design team leader may be the most appropriate individual for the role for Information Manager.  The role of the Information Manager is defined…

#BIM, construction clients, #socialmedia, @theb1m and #bimregions discussed #ukbimcrew

This blog recognises that Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a fundamental change to a construction industry which has not progressed significantly in line with other industries in relation to productivity.  There are two sections to this…

Methodologies for #AEC practitioners to transfer & maintain digital information #BIM

The question of this blog asks; what methodologies can be established or maintained by Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) practitioners to ensure effective management and eventual transfer of digital information through design, construct, operations and…