Author Archives: Beau Turner

Getting to Green: Sustainable Building Design and BIM

Building information Modeling (BIM) adoption plays a significant part in supporting the creation and maintenance of green buildings. [acronym] shows how three examples highlight where BIM can help you design greener buildings today.
For several reasons, not the least of which is global climate change, sustainable building has become a practice of critical interest. ‘Sustainable’ buildings minimize the use of resources such as energy, water, materials and land through optimal design. Green buildings are designed and operated to create healthier and more productive work and living environments through natural light and improved air quality. Sustainable buildings can also reduce long-term operations and maintenance expenses. Continue reading

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Top Tips for a Successful BIM Implementation

The old adage “measure twice, cut once” certainly applies to technology implementations. When it comes to moving from 2D drafting to full-fledged BIM and 3D parametric design, technology changes necessitate significant cultural, process and workflow standards adjustments as well. Based on hundreds of successful implementations, Avatech regards the following considerations vital to success. Continue reading

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