How BIM and laser scanning are improving fire safety

BIM and laser scanning are now essential tools in meeting heightened fire safety standards, writes Ryan Donoghue, head of digital engineering at AJ Digital.

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Nemetschek Group – AEC/O software specialists

Providing software solutions, the Nemetschek Group is a pioneer for digital transformation in the construction industry using Open BIM.

We need more than just aircon to cope with a changing climate

Britain is baking again. But before the country bolts a cooling box to every wall, the construction industry needs to ask if it’s got it right about building design, says Sunil Pandita, chief division officer Planning & Design and Digital Twin Business Unit, Nemetschek Group.

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Vectorworks 2026 Update 4 introduces data-driven phasing workflow, next-gen live rendering, and integrated embodied carbon analysis

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. releases its fourth update to the Vectorworks 2026 product line, expanding its data-driven workflow capabilities to help designers plan, document, and visualize projects with greater precision and efficiency at every stage of delivery.

BIM-ready hardware: The next leap in construction

As a digital transformation continues to sweep across the industry, Daniel May of Consort Architectural Hardware examines the growing demand for Building Information Modelling (BIM) and how its use is influencing modern design projects.

Proposed changes to ISO19650 BIM standard unveiled

Proposed revisions to the ISO 19650 1-3 standard governing the management of information in Building Information Modelling have been unveiled by BSI and nima.

Digital twin reveals where buildings emit the most carbon

A university research project has developed a comprehensive, design-stage methodology for accurately identifying and prioritising carbon emission reduction strategies across the entire building life cycle by integrating BIM with life cycle assessment.

Threads of change: The evolution and future of BIM

Simon Lewis, partner in the construction and engineering team at Womble Bond Dickinson, and nima senior vice-chair, reflects on the impact of BIM in construction.

Airship Hangar Mülheim: A landmark in advanced timber engineering

A multi-award-winning hangar shows how state-of-the-art structural design, precise digital modeling and circular material strategies can transform a historic aviation icon - engineered with ALLPLAN’s integrated BIM workflow.

Vectorworks highlights 2026 industry trends shaping the future of design

Vectorworks, Inc., reveals its 2026 industry trend insights, outlining the key forces set to define the architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture and design, and live events industries.

Why digital modelling must start at the policy stage

If governments do not model before they promise major infrastructure projects, they risk promising what they can never deliver, warns Dan Ashton of Proicere Digital.

Smarter, greener, more connected: Nemetschek Group highlights AI and digital twins at BIM World Munich

Artificial intelligence, including emerging agentic AI capabilities, is rapidly reshaping the way we design, build, and operate our built environment, as the Nemetschek Group will explore at BIM World Munich.

Vectorworks takes top honour for Architectural Design Software at 2025 Construction Computing Awards

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., is proud to announce that its flagship product, Vectorworks Architect, has been named Architectural Design Software of the Year at this year’s Construction Computing Awards. Additionally, OMI Architects received the Sustainability Project of the Year award for their work on the Havelock project, designed using Vectorworks Architect.

Nemetschek Group wins at Construction Computing Awards

The Nemetschek Group, a leading global provider of software solutions for the AEC/O and media industries, celebrated another success at this year’s Construction Computing Awards – affectionately known as “The Hammers” – in London. Nemetschek brands ALLPLAN, Graphisoft, and Vectorworks were honoured for their outstanding products.

The pragmatic path to smart buildings for existing estates

Lucas Cusack from Glider Technology explains why true value lies in the data, not the model.

Vectorworks launches Creative Genius Awards to celebrate bold, boundary-pushing designers

New Vectorworks Creative Genius Awards program invites designers to share their most imaginative work created in Vectorworks.

Asta 4D: Transform your construction projects with model-based planning and real-time collaboration

Discover how model-based planning and real-time collaboration can revolutionise the way you plan, manage, and deliver construction projects.

Sustainable by design: Building greener

ALLPLAN's latest eBook explores practical ways BIM can support sustainable design, from early planning through to prefabrication and reuse.

Vectorworks: changing the game for custom residential projects

In a world brimming with creativity, how can you make the most of the technology at your fingertips to support your residential design process?

Planted reveals finalists of student design competition in partnership with Vectorworks

Planted, in partnership with Vectorworks, is delighted to reveal the finalists of the Design for Renegeration UK-wide student design competition, championing the next generation of regenerative designers.

Vectorworks 2026 Software Suite now available

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., is thrilled to announce the official release of Vectorworks 2026, empowering designers to cut through busywork and focus on bringing their best ideas to life.

Insights into the future of BIM and digital delivery with Retha Swanepoel

Retha Swanepoel, head of the BIM & Design Systems team and partner at Foster + Partners, discusses her career highlights and predictions for the future of BIM with Women in BIM (WIB).

Vectorworks, Inc. and DIALux launch BIM workflow for advanced architectural lighting design

New partnership streamlines BIM collaboration and enhances lighting design workflows through IFC compatibility.

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