http://www.bdonline.co.uk http://www.bdonline.co.uk http://www.bdonline.co.uk/magazine/graphics/logo.png http://www.bdonline.co.uk http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/it/computers-can’t-design-without-a-designer/5054014.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/it/computers-can’t-design-without-a-designer/5054014.article All the talk at Smartgeometry 2013 was about how software can enhance human decision-making Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:20 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/getting-to-grips-with-the-latest-bim-documentation/5052285.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/getting-to-grips-with-the-latest-bim-documentation/5052285.article Forget about the gadgets and flashy software reviews, architects need to get their heads around the raft of new bim guidance Mon, 8 Apr 2013 06:20 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/is-this-the-year-of-bim?/5049310.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/is-this-the-year-of-bim?/5049310.article Enthusiastic bim adopters blazing a trail for UK architects Tue, 29 Jan 2013 06:35 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/it/bentley’s-cloud-could-be-a-ray-of-sunshine-for-bim/5047148.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/it/bentley’s-cloud-could-be-a-ray-of-sunshine-for-bim/5047148.article The company unveiled its latest software innovations at its annual event Fri, 7 Dec 2012 05:28 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/cpd/cpd-19-2012-specifying-aluminium-curtain-walling/5046684.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/cpd/cpd-19-2012-specifying-aluminium-curtain-walling/5046684.article Modern curtain walling comes in a range far greater than its 19th century equivalent, which is why many factors must be considered when choosing, designing and installing it. This CPD module is sponsored by Bowater Wed, 28 Nov 2012 11:31 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/cpd/-cpd-18-2012-polycarbonate-window-and-wall-systems/5046342.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/cpd/-cpd-18-2012-polycarbonate-window-and-wall-systems/5046342.article Polycarbonate panels offer the advantages of thermal performance, strength and aesthetic appeal, making them suitable for use in glazing, cladding and roofing. This CPD module is sponsored by Rodeca Thu, 22 Nov 2012 23:24 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/cpd/cpd-17-2012-bim-and-the-challenge-facing-manufacturers/5045557.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/cpd/cpd-17-2012-bim-and-the-challenge-facing-manufacturers/5045557.article Building information modelling is now starting to make dramatic changes to the process of construction. In response, the role of manufacturers is evolving to ensure continuity throughout the life of the design. This CPD module is sponsored by Kalzip Wed, 7 Nov 2012 10:48 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/riba’s-new-bim-overlay-signals-a-tipping-point-for-the-industry/5038820.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/riba’s-new-bim-overlay-signals-a-tipping-point-for-the-industry/5038820.article As bim revolutionises the way we work, a new process map is required Wed, 27 Jun 2012 07:00 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/open-source-tool-makes-bim-easier-to-use/5037456.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/open-source-tool-makes-bim-easier-to-use/5037456.article A text-based model means data can be exchanged and retained for a building’s lifetime Wed, 30 May 2012 08:05 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/it/the-hotel-with-its-own-ecosystem/5032655.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/business/it/the-hotel-with-its-own-ecosystem/5032655.article GXN’s new project uses bim to test the boundaries of green technology Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:32 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/how-will-investing-in-bim-affect-your-tax-bill?/5032377.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/how-will-investing-in-bim-affect-your-tax-bill?/5032377.article Whether you make the leap before or after the end of March could make a difference Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:26 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/which-bim-software-provider-should-i-choose?/5032283.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/which-bim-software-provider-should-i-choose?/5032283.article We have seen a number of bim software providers but we’re worried we don’t know enough about bim to make the right decision. What do you advise? Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:26 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/will-bim-make-architects-more-vulnerable-to-being-sued?/5032284.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/will-bim-make-architects-more-vulnerable-to-being-sued?/5032284.article We’ve read some horror stories about architects’ liability regarding bim. Is this just scaremongering or will bim make architects more vulnerable to being sued? Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:51 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/the-impact-of-building-information-modelling-transforming-construction/5031363.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/the-impact-of-building-information-modelling-transforming-construction/5031363.article Ray Crotty’s new book sets out the reasons why bim will change the world Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:27 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/crossrail-is-a-bim-pioneer/5031292.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/crossrail-is-a-bim-pioneer/5031292.article The rail link is set to be the first UK infrastructure project to realise the bim lifecycle concept Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:44 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/practice-and-it/new-year-forecast-looks-cloudy/5029938.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/practice-and-it/new-year-forecast-looks-cloudy/5029938.article 2012 will see the growth of cloud computing and a tipping point for bim Wed, 4 Jan 2012 08:34 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/practice-and-it/bentley-event-shows-software-has-its-head-in-the-clouds/5028626.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/practice-and-it/bentley-event-shows-software-has-its-head-in-the-clouds/5028626.article BE Inspired show reveals tools are getting faster Fri, 2 Dec 2011 08:51 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/practice-and-it/gehry-technologies-advisory-board-aims-to-put-architects-at-heart-of-design/5027131.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/practice-and-it/gehry-technologies-advisory-board-aims-to-put-architects-at-heart-of-design/5027131.article Zaha Hadid, Ben van Berkel and Moshe Safdie among big names playing a part in architect’s technology offshoot Fri, 4 Nov 2011 08:40 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/bim-decisions/5025670.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/bim-decisions/5025670.article Selecting the right bim package is key to getting the most out of 3D-modelling software Fri, 7 Oct 2011 08:53 GMT http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/how-to-avoid-the-problems-with-bim/5019272.article http://www.bdonline.co.uk/bim/how-to-avoid-the-problems-with-bim/5019272.article Bim is trumpeted as the one-stop future of construction, but the reality is not as simple as it seems Mon, 6 Jun 2011 08:16 GMT