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BIM adoption in the UK – history and impact

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BIM adoption in the UK – history and impact

The UK is widely perceived to be a global leader in the adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology. In 2019, almost 70% of all construction industry professionals were using BIM on projects, and most…

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7 reasons why architecture apps should be used at your firm

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7 reasons why architecture apps should be used at your firm

Detailed architectural plans are almost always large and complex. And so, until relatively recently, mobile and tablet-based architecture apps were simply unavailable. The amount of processing power needed to view digital blueprints or to comment…

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BIM Level 2 is now mandatory – but has it worked?

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BIM Level 2 is now mandatory – but has it worked?

When the UK launched its Construction Strategy 2016-20, one of the most eye-catching features was that construction firms had to be BIM level 2 certified to work on government projects (or at least be working…

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How to avoid construction litigation and disputes

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How to avoid construction litigation and disputes

Construction litigation proceedings can be highly stressful, time consuming and financially damaging for the losing party. For example, in one 2019 UK court case, an architect was ordered to pay £500,000 (plus interest) after poor…

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Five top tips for more effective site management

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Five top tips for more effective site management

Site managers have extremely demanding roles and take responsibility for multi-faceted and increasingly complex projects. Today, the role demands more than an in-depth knowledge of the construction process and people management, site managers are under…

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Interior Architecture: 4 powerful tools for communication

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Interior Architecture: 4 powerful tools for communication

Clear communication is an essential element in any interior architecture project and one of the most useful skills for designers to develop. Interior architects are, after all, creating deeply personal spaces where individuals or businesses…

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What are as-built drawings and how can they be improved?

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What are as-built drawings and how can they be improved?

Chris is the new facility manager at a large serviced office, and he is having a bad day. He has just received an order of fittings for the building’s HVAC system which do not connect…

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