ArchiCAD vs Revit Grand Challenge, this could work
October 4, 2013
Learning about ArchiCAD to teach you about Revit. What another comparison video and some ArchiCAD-centric posts have in common.
BIM and ARCHICAD
‘Smart BIM Cloud’ Pilot Project Completed by Obayashi Corporation, NEC and GRAPHISOFT
September 30, 2013
Next generation of cloud-based BIM services to deliver better customer satisfaction TOKYO, September 30, 2013 — Obayashi Corporation, together with NEC and GRAPHISOFT SE has successfully completed its Smart BIM Cloud pilot project. The new system will start operation from October 2013. Smart BIM Cloud allows even better integration and information sharing, which is essential to spreading BIM in the construction industry. The current achievement is the result of the
More than just a simple speed test for you to argue about: ArchiCAD vs Revit
September 23, 2013
Another ArchiCAD vs Revit post? Seriously. Yup. Just remember I’m interested in the concept of this argument, more than the specific outcomes.
Best AEC use of Twitter – Be2Awards
September 18, 2013
I’ve been nominated in the #Be2Awards under the Best AEC use of Twitter. I better come in third place, behind @BondBryan and #UKBIMcrew.
13 Reasons BIM may have left you Behind
September 9, 2013
You have to worry about your version of BIM software working with the latest Operating System. You use a version of your BIM software that is no longer supported by the company that makes it. You know it’s about time to upgrade, but waiting one more year won’t hurt. You still don’t know what IFC or OpenBIM are. You still think it’s okay to equate BIM and Revit as one
CLOG: SCI-FI
September 5, 2013
I just got my copy of CLOG: SCI-FI. It’s time to get yours. You did know I wrote an article for this issue, right? If not, learn more here. I can’t tell you how excited I am about that. Oh and equally important, check out this image. It is awesome. I really wanted to include David Lamont’s concept for the Vorlon Transport B as an image to go along with
A Burglar, a Glitchy Graphics Card, and a Happy Little Cloud
August 15, 2013
I’ve now written three articles for the AIA CRAN Chronicle. The first two articles gave me a chance to talk about some different things than I usually do. Or than I usually did. Both those topics have now migrated into my regular writing as I evolve the blog from just ArchiCAD and BIM to all the various aspects of being an Architect in the 21st century. My most recent article
Building Materials advice from Two ArchiCAD Pros
August 8, 2013
Are you a little nervous about moving to the latest version of ArchiCAD? Are the mysteries of a whole new attribute a bit daunting? You are not alone. Here are two great resources for you to better understand what Building Materials are all about. An Article Thomas M. Simmons, the founder of ARCHVISTA, wrote a really informative and succinct article for AECbytes. You can read the whole article here. If
UK Construction Computing Awards 2013: Support your BIM
August 7, 2013
Every year ArchiCAD and Graphisoft do really well in the UK Construction Computing Awards. Here’s a look down memory lane. I expect this year to be no different. ArchiCAD 17 is a stellar version of our beloved software and I have no doubts that my belief will be confirmed when the awards are announced this fall. What are the UK Construction Computing Awards? “Now in their 8th year, the Construction