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.
A digital twin of the Qutub Shahi Tombs in Hyderabad, India, gives a new lease of life to this important cultural site - identifying areas for restoration and potentially providing future tourists with a novel VR experience, explains Rajesh Dhyani, executive director of R&D, Hexagon Geosystems.
It is the task of the architects and structural engineers in charge of renovating an old building to reconcile the preservation of historical character, safety, functionality and energy requirements. The use of BIM for renovation projects can ease such a complex operation.
Designed and built by McAvoy, the brand new Merstham Park School in Surrey provides 900 pupils aged 11-16 years with high-quality classrooms, play space, a dance studio and an all-weather sports pitch.
In today's world of architecture and construction, Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools like Revit have revolutionised the design and construction process.
As the UK water industry prepares for the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) and works towards ambitious net zero targets, it faces a critical challenge: The need for consistent and traceable asset information to improve the value of its data.
If your team is not yet using routine laser scan checks as part of your site supervision and progress-tracking strategy, then Imerso has the software for you.
For the last decade, we have provided clients with vital fire safety consultancy. To provide an extra level of compliance, we have introduced a camera incorporating 3D laser technology to scan premises and create digital 3D twins seamlessly.
In the ever-evolving landscape of construction and property management, Building Information Modelling (BIM) stands out as a transformative force. Its latest advancements are not only revolutionising project workflows but also offering invaluable insights for insurers to better understand risks associated with civil infrastructure and large-scale properties.
The UK BIM Framework, the overarching approach to implementing information management using building information modelling (BIM) in the UK, has been revamped to support better information management.
Louise Foody, Managing Director of Covolve and former Director of Digital at Kingspan, details the potential and challenges of digital innovation in the construction industry.
With a combination of Allplan & One Click LCA, the CO2 footprint of planned construction projects can be determined and addressed during the design phase.
With the concept of “smart” becoming deeply ingrained in our daily lives, the AEC sector is embracing the trend of smart buildings. Sam Norledge of the newly formed Digital Buildings Council explores the vital role of BIM-IoT integration in the delivery of digital buildings and its alignment with operational practices in this new era.
