‘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
One Jacket for winter, spring, summer and fall
I have a great idea for an all season jacket. I just don't have the laboratory to make it a reality. But I guarantee that someone does.
GRAPHISOFT ArchiCAD Receives IFC Coordination View 2.0 Import Certification
The little BIM program that could: GRAPHISOFT ArchiCAD Receives IFC Coordination View 2.0 Import Certification
My Computer Never Forgets My Birthday
Generation Y, the evolution of TVs from CRT to flat screen, kitchens that cook dinner for you, cars that drive themselves
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.
More than just a simple speed test for you to argue about: ArchiCAD vs Revit
Another ArchiCAD vs Revit post? Seriously. Yup. Just remember I'm interested in the concept of this argument, more than the specific outcomes.
Building Intelligence Model
Recently someone was talking about BIM and kept mentioning the word intelligence. I don't know why it took so long for this to click, but what if the I in BIM isn't Information. What if it's Intelligence.
Best AEC use of Twitter – Be2Awards
I've been nominated in the #Be2Awards under the Best AEC use of Twitter. I better come in third place, behind @BondBryan and #UKBIMcrew.
ArchiCAD 17 Hotfix #2
ArchiCAD 17 Hotfix-2 package (build 4005) was released today. You can read about all the details and download the hotfix (if your ArchiCAD isn't set to automatically notify you) here. The list of fixes is long and varied; it's worth
Generation Y isn’t Unhappy, we’re just really Stressed
I'm failing to prioritize today. Instead of doing what I planned to do, I am trying to better explain the maelstrom that is Generation Y. Hopefully this will bring some clarity and insight. And yes, I realize the irony of
Guest Blogger Kristian Bursell: Nasty ArchiCAD Models
Guest Blogger Kristian Bursell shares his thoughts on free ArchiCAD content from manufacturers.
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,
CLOG: SCI-FI
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
Guest Blogger Jeremiah Gammond: What’s in a Name?
Nurse, doctor, mechanic, carpenter, lawyer, prostitute
Guest Blogger James Badcock: ArchiCAD and Urban Design
As I sit here, working on some upcoming features for an upcoming version of ArchiCAD, I'd like to reflect on my time before working here at Graphisoft HQ as a Product Designer, when I was a user of ArchiCAD. My fanboy
Future of Architecture and the Built Environment – LinkedIn Group
I started a LinkedIn group. It has a grandiose title: Future of Architecture and the Built Environment. You can join the group by clicking here. Why did I start a LinkedIn group when there are already a million billion groups
Will your architecture firm buy a drone?
Doing measures of existing conditions in Minnesota usually meant one of two things: a hot summer day with no air conditioning, or sub-zero temperatures and snow. Plus if the site was outside the Twin Cities (Minnesotans love their cabins): a
Guest Blogger Willard Williams: Designers Masquerading as Architects
Designers masquerading as architects is a topic within the profession that bothers me deeply. I have had numerous co-workers (architectural educated/trained designers) publicly call themselves architects at cocktail parties, around their peers, to the general public
From Film to Digital Cameras & a Free Copy of OrthoGraph Architect 3D v7
I talk a lot about the future of practicing architecture. I'm really interested in how our tools and processes evolve. I am curious about what common frustrations we will soon no longer need to deal with. A lot of these
A Burglar, a Glitchy Graphics Card, and a Happy Little Cloud
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
Guest Blogger Martijn de Riet: Let me tell you about Revit Families
Jared's Note: As should surprise no one, Kristian's post comparing ArchiCAD GDL vs Revit Families caused quite a stir on both sides of the ArchiCAD vs Revit divide. I am both thrilled and honored that Martijn de Riet has written
Guest Blogger Jeremiah Gammond: Every Building has an Architect(ural Technologist…)
Jared's Note: Jeremiah originally wrote this post for his own site. I asked him if I could share it on Shoegnome because it fits so well with the recent discussions on the use of the word architect and what to
Guest Blogger Kristian Bursell: ARCHICAD GDL vs REVIT FAMILIES
Recently I spent a great deal of time working with Revit Families (RFA's) to determine their capabilities. I approached this endeavor with no bias; as most mathematicians will tell you, it is all about potential with personal preference a liability. Though
What’s in a name: Want to call yourself an Architect?
This is the second post dedicated to all the emotion and confusion surrounding the word architect. In all fairness, I could have used the person I singled out in the first post as the non-architect instead of Carlos for this
Unlicensed Architects: Why does it feel bad to be right?
This is the first of a few posts I am going to write on all the emotion and confusion surrounding the word architect: unlicensed architects, who can be called an architect, the licensing process itself, other industries co-opting the term