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Order AND Complexity
I’ve been thinking a lot about Order and Chaos… If you haven’t read the Slate article A Unified Theory of Muppet Types, find time to read it after you’re done with this post (or pause and read that before continuing). It was transformative for me. I am a Chaos Muppet married to an Order Muppet....
Process vs Happening: Templates are Not Optional
Hand Sketching and Watercolors We all love to see architectural images that cross the line into art, and are typically jealous of anyone with strong enough skills to use their handwork professionally.* But how long does a watercolor take? How valuable is a sketch beyond an initial feeling? How much is it lying to you?...
Ten Tips for Successful BIM Implementation
The switch to BIM: bigger than just going from 2D to 3D So you’re thinking about making the jump to BIM. Or perhaps you’ve been using ArchiCAD for years and have just upgraded to the latest version. What can you do to make the transition smoother? Know where you are coming from. I cringe every...
Filed Under: Transitioning / Value of BIM
Use Your Kindle to Learn ArchiCAD
Now you can learn the best ways to ease the transition from AutoCAD to ArchiCAD from your Web Browser, PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, BlackBerry, or Android Phone. The book, “ArchiCAD for AutoCAD Users”, written by Scott MacKenzie and Simon Gilbert is now available for Kindle reading apps. The e-book can be purchased through Amazon’s website, and it also available for free, with no due...
Adopting BIM to Win – A Case Study
The integrated architectural design firm, Azusa Sekkei has designed landmark public venues such as the Tokyo International Airport’s domestic line passenger terminal and Saitama Stadium. Having implemented BIM relatively early and using it to advance a reputation for excellence; the firm recently entered and won an open competition for a trial project “Shinjuku Labor Advisory Government facility...
ArchiCAD. Different from other BIM in more ways than one.
Yours is no ordinary firm. ArchiCAD is no ordinary BIM. In today’s economy – design firms need ways to get an edge, open doors and overcome obstacles in order to succeed. Is software the way? Surely a BIM solution that creates conflict and difficulty is not. BIM promises success and workflow optimization and all the benefits of...
Step on up to the Webinar – Stepping Up From CAD to BIM
We invite you to take advantage of another helpful and educational webinar. Hosted by “ArchiCAD for AutoCAD Users” author Scott MacKenzie, the webinar will present ways to transition from using 2D CAD software to ArchiCAD – the BIM software produced by Graphisoft. Participating in the webinar will expose you to some of the simplest terms...
ArchiCAD Connects Working Drawings with Beautiful Design
New approach lets Georgia’s Manley Spangler Smith Architects ‘Draw it once, and draw it right’ One of Atlanta’s premier architectural firms, Manley Spangler Smith Architects chose ArchiCAD BIM software for all design projects. Griffin, Georgia based MSSA , a general practice architectural firm specializing in designing public schools, noted an improvement in efficiency and enhanced ability...
Leverage your knowledge by the book, ArchiCAD for AutoCAD Users
While it can be intimidating to adopt a new Building Information Modeling software package, the fact is that AutoCAD and ArchiCAD share many of the same concepts – which can ease the transition. Written by Scott H MacKenzie and Simon Gilbert; the book, “ArchiCAD for AutoCAD Users” is a helpful addition to an ArchiCAD Users Guide - and...
Filed Under: ArchiCAD Education / Transitioning
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