Your first task when switching to BIM
When learning BIM, the first task is always the same, no matter what program you use or why you made the switch.
I want to learn Archicad, where do I start?
Here's a list of things you should do if you want to learn Archicad.
Ten Tips for Successful BIM Implementation
So you're thinking about making the jump to BIM. What can you do to make the transition smoother?
Why BIM is Still Bankrupting Your Firm
Back in 2012 I updated a classic BIM graphic to show how BIM can bankrupt your firm. It's time to revisit that argument.
Putting the “I” into your BIM Documentation
Nathan Hildebrandt follows up his previous post with more on how and why you need to focus more on Information when working with ArchiCAD and BIM.
BIM Templates: When ‘If I have to’ becomes ‘I always do it’
If you use BIM and don't have a good BIM Template (whether for ArchiCAD, Revit, etc.). You Are Doing It Wrong.
Implementing Successful Building Information Modeling – A book by a fellow ArchiCAD master
ArchiCAD-Talk alumn and BIM expert Erika Epstein has written a book about the implementation of BIM. Here's the synopsis from Amazon: Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the process of generating and managing building data during a building's lifecycle. Today, more and
‘Smart BIM Cloud’ Pilot Project Completed by Obayashi Corporation, NEC and GRAPHISOFT
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
You’re just a lowly BIM Manager and you’ve got no goals
I wish I had been there when he said to my friend that all I ever wanted to be was a BIM Manager. What a misunderstanding of me and the role of a BIM Manager.
13 Reasons BIM may have left you Behind
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,
The Fallacy of Design Intent – An Awesome BIM Presentation
So this is my month of travel. I've so far driven from Minnesota through South Dakota to Wyoming. I'm now in southern Colorado; tomorrow night my wife, kids, and I will sleep somewhere in the northeast corner of New Mexico.
I Didn’t Mean to Show that vs I don’t Know what I just Drew
This is part 3 of a series of posts This series of posts started in December 2012 and talked about different aspects of documentation during BIM implementation within a firm. Changes during the documentation process because of BIM is a huge
Skill vs Power: Learning BIM
If you have six minutes, please do yourself a favor and watch this video. But instead of thinking about video games, think about BIM adoption in firms. Specifically think about people learning ArchiCAD, Revit, or one of the other BIM
BIM Maturity Survey from Purdue University
There are a lot of people out there researching BIM, BIM implementation, BIM maturity, etc. I'd say I fill out three or four of these surveys a month. As long as I have the time, I'm always happy to provide
Interested in statistics on BIM engagement and usage?
Happy Sunday. Day 17. Post 17. I won't make a full month where the total number of posts equals the total number of days in the month. Especially not this month. Soon I'll be heading to Wyoming for a few
Happy Valentine’s Day: One Simple Diagram
It should be obvious by now that I love making charts, graphs, and diagrams. As a Valentine's Day present, I give to you a reproduction of a mood chart that lived on the Banks' family refrigerator for many months last
Primary Benefits of BIM
This is the third part in a series about demystifying BIM. The first post Why you failed at BIM (you were impatient) looked at the struggles with BIM adoption. The second post There are Four BIM Flavors clarified the term
There are Four BIM Flavors
"In the short term, we are little bimmers. In the long term, we are Big Bimmers." -David "Joshua" Plager, AIA The comment above was posted on LinkedIN in response to my blog post "Why you failed at BIM". What a great sentiment.
Why you failed at BIM (you were impatient)
While writing a post about a former coworker, I paused to create a few diagrams explaining why others in his position often fail to make the switch to ArchiCAD and BIM. These three diagrams help illustrate what causes people to
Best BIM Blog Post Ever
I just want to make sure you have all read this and that there's a link from my blog to it. How I wish I had written it! And today seems like a good time to link to it because
Only 3D? You are worthless and don’t deserve to say BIM Model
Have you watched this 4 minute video on modeling the Sagrada Familia in ArchiCAD 16 with the new Morph Tool? It's insane. Take some time and watch it. Too busy? Just skip through a few parts of it. And then
How BIM can Bankrupt Your Firm
Why do some firms embrace BIM and rave about its benefits while other firms try BIM and fail miserably? We all know this diagram: But here's another diagram. This is the one that describes firms that panic, firms that succumb to