BIM and IPD

Mobil Lidar (Laser Scanning)

2012-01-16T12:23:00.000-06:00

We've recently been looking into laser scanning the interior of a building. The options out there are interesting, but in many cases very time consuming, especially if you have lots of rooms. If you have a big open space, then it's much easier, less time consuming therefore cheaper.

I ran across this youtube video today that I thought I would share. No, we're not doing this. At least not yet!

Click here to watch.

Video provided by lidar at Laser Scanning Industry News

The State of Ohio and BIM

2010-11-15T09:18:00.000-06:00

Another state looking at adopting BIM standards.
Click here to review the pre-release document for interested eyes...

GreenBim - McGraw Hill

2010-08-06T11:01:00.000-05:00

Passing along a little information of some upcoming BIM seminars in Chicago, IL and Madison, WI....

http://brainiumevents.com/BIMGreenChicago/

The VA BIM Guide

2010-04-30T10:46:00.000-05:00

I ran across this resource today... The VA BIM Guide

Enjoy!

Penn State - BIM Project Execution Planning Guide

2010-02-24T07:51:00.001-06:00

I just received an email that the BIM Project Execution Planning Guide published at Penn State has been updated.

My bad - Only the "BIM Plan Template" has been updated

Download the latest version here.

Repost: ASHRAE research targets tying together BIM and energy efficiency

2010-02-23T13:47:00.000-06:00

I ran across this and thought it was worthy of sharing...

ASHRAE research targets tying together BIM and energy efficiency

EUA to Present BIM and IPD at ZweigWhite

2010-02-19T13:21:00.000-06:00

Bret Tushaus, VP and Director of IT from our offfice is presenting BIM and IPD at an upcoming ZweigWhite Webcast. Check out the details here.

How does IES fit into Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

2010-02-10T13:37:00.000-06:00

I ran across this blog post where Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) is explaining where and how their products fit into an Integrate Project Delivery method. If you're interested in making better decisions earlier and then following thru the lifecycle of the project, check out this post.

How much can BIM save??

2010-02-09T15:08:00.002-06:00

Interesting article on how much BIM is saving on projects... The jury is still out but we're hearing that projects are coming in anywhere from 10% - 20% under budget when IPD is used on the project.

Check out the full article here

Webcast: How Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Can Work

2010-02-09T08:14:00.000-06:00

Reed Construction is presenting a webcast titled How Integrated Project Delivery Can Work.

You can get more information or register by clicking here.

A full calendar is located here.

You can also view any previous webcasts by going to the archive section here.

Private Cloud - BIM and the Cloud by AECbytes

2010-02-05T09:02:00.005-06:00

AECbytes has a VERY interesting article this month on Private Clouds The article goes into how Little Diversified Architectural Consulting has used this technology within their firm. Check out the article here...

If you're not familar with Clouds - takes some time and Google it or do a search on Youtube. A Youtube link from the article can get you started with your search.

BIM-IPD Group (repost)

2010-02-04T15:56:00.007-06:00

I'm just passing on a link to a recent blog post titled The Sweet Necessity of a BIM-IPD Group Meeting

Sounds like a very valuable group!

Check it out here

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and the AIA - Great Resource!

2010-01-30T11:01:00.006-06:00

The AIA has compiled a wealth of knowledge on Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) into one website! They have everything from articles on Practice, Technology/BIM, to website links, podcasts and case studies.

If you're interested in learning more about IPD, this is one site to be sure to check out!

http://www.aia.org/about/initiatives/AIAB082185

BIM Claims -

2010-01-25T07:49:00.005-06:00

I did not attend the BIMforum so I'm simply passing along a post worth reading... Its focus is on BIM and claims. Thanks to Laura at (bim)x for the info!

Also, here is a link to the BIMForum site: http://bimforum.org/

Make Documents Easier to Read!

2010-01-19T10:26:00.002-06:00

In case you don't read my Revit blog, I'm just passing on a nice tip for making documents easier to read.

Check it out!

http://revit-usa.blogspot.com

Autodesk, BIM and FM... FM:Systems

2010-01-15T08:06:00.004-06:00

In a recent press release, Autodesk named FM:Systems a preferred partner on Building Information Modeling and Facility Management. I haven't had a chance to look at this solution as of yet, but will let you know what I find out!

Autodesk will continue to support and transition Autodesk FMDesktop customers to FM:Systems. Under the terms of the agreement FM:Systems will provide Autodesk FMDesktop customers with extended support as well as an option to migrate to the firm’s FM:Interact Workplace Management Suite.

There's even a special web site created for current FMDesktop users to get more information on FM:Systems.

Click here to read the full press release.

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) - Case Studies

2010-01-12T11:03:00.005-06:00

The AIA is offering a new publication that examines and discusses real-world IPD projects.

Autodesk Inc. AEC Solutions Division Headquarters
Sutter Health Fairfield Medical Office Building
Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Expansion
St. Clare Health Center
Encircle Health Ambulatory Care Center
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, Arizona State University

Check it out here!

EUA Launches Design Application Consulting (BIM) Services

2010-01-11T14:03:00.002-06:00

The firm I work for, Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) has just launched an extension of the firm; Consulting: Design Applications

http://www.eua.com/consulting/da/

Check out our recent marketing blast!

BIM Periodicals

2010-01-08T15:25:00.003-06:00

In you're looking for something to do in your spare time, how about reading some Building Information Modeling (BIM) periodicals!

http://www.buildingsmartalliance.org/index.php/resources/periodicals/

BIM - Head Tracking Technology

2010-01-06T13:13:00.004-06:00

Look ma - NO HANDS!!

Houston Neal of Software Advice passed on a link on a new Head Tracking technology. Worthy of sharing. Check out the video here.

Buildings and Energy Consumption

2009-12-08T12:18:00.002-06:00

If your looking for a way to learn & have fun at the same time - refer this post on my Revit Blog...

http://revit-usa.blogspot.com/2009/12/buildings-and-energy-consumption.html

Milwaukee, WI in Google Earth

2009-11-06T21:49:00.004-06:00

Being that I work in Milwaukee, WI. I thought I would share that the WHOLE city has been modeled in Google Earth. Holy Cow!!!

Check it out!
http://sketchupdate.blogspot.com/2009/11/milwaukee-and-indianapolis-in-3d.html

Direct link to Youtube video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6i7fQA4Zntg&feature=player_embedded

BIM Execution Planning Guide developed at Penn State

2009-10-26T08:14:00.004-05:00

Penn State has recently released a BIM Execution Planning Guide that is now available for download.

The goal of the guide is to provide guidance to teams in creating their BIM strategy and execution plan.

http://www.engr.psu.edu/ae/cic/bimex/index.aspx

Templates have also been provided to assist in the execution plan.

Templates:
BIM Goal & Use Analysis Worksheet
Template Process Maps
Template Process Maps Visio Stencil
Information Exchange Worksheet
Template BIM Project Execution Plan Coming Soon

BIM - How is the Culture of your firm?

2009-10-22T09:12:00.002-05:00

Steve Watt, President and CEO of WinEstimator recently wrote an article on how the culture of your firm can affect how well BIM is received and leveraged. How true it is... but so often overlooked.

You can read the article here.

Link - The Business Value of BIM

2009-09-30T09:52:00.003-05:00

McGraw Hill recently posted an new market report on BIM titled: THE BUSINESS VALUE OF BIM. You can download the document here.

BIM in my opinion is old news, but the article is full of information & statics and includes quite a few case studies.

Check it out!

EUA & UW-Milwaukee's School of Architecture and Urban Planning (SARUP)

2009-09-16T09:46:00.004-05:00

Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) is once again sponsoring the BIM studio at UW-Milwaukee SARUP . The course is design focused but also contains a Revit workshop. I've been teaching the Revit workshop the last few years and it's been a lot of fun. Check out some of the student's work from years past here.

EUA is also sponsoring the Computation and Craft Lecture Series in conjunction with the BIM Studio. An abbreviated schedule is shown below or you can check out the full flyer here.

All lectures occur on Thursdays, 12 - 1:30 pm, at Eppstein Uhen Architects:
333 East Chicago St. in the Third Ward, Milwaukee, WI.

Lectures are free and open to the public. 1.0 AIA / Continuing Education System Learning Unit awarded for each lecture.

SEPTEMBER 24 : Zero Carbon Case Studies
James Wasley

OCTOBER 8 : Sustainable Curtainwall Design Case Study
Chris Stutzki, Ph.D.– Stutzki Engineering

OCTOBER 15 : BIM–The Engineering Perspective
Jerry Packham, Project Manager and Kyle Hansen, Designer Affiliated Engineers, Inc.

NOVEMBER 5 : Integrated Project Delivery: Real World Projects
Mike Whaley, Director of Preconstruction Services – J.H. Findorff & Sons Inc.

NOVEMBER 12 : SC Johnson Project Honor – Pioneering in Value Based Design and Construction
Kevin Bredeson – Director of Virtual Construction – Gilbane Building Company
Tracy Lutterman – Construction Project Manager, Corporate Facilities – SC Johnson Company
Jason Chandler – Project Manager – Epstein

NOVEMBER 19 : Fast, Cheaper, Better (and more sustainable) – A Case Study in Integrated Project Delivery
Martin Sell – President – MSA Integrated Project Delivery

Texas now Requires BIM - Follows Wisconsin

2009-08-20T09:23:00.002-05:00

Another state has adopted BIM as a standard - TEXAS...

BDC has a short article on what's happening (including links)

http://www.bdcnetwork.com/blog/1340000734/post/1350047735.html?nid=2073

State of WI (DSF) - Requires BIM

2009-06-29T08:23:00.002-05:00

The Department of State Facilies (DSF) for Wisconsin will start requiring Building information models for certain projects starting July, 2009. Here is a short snipit:

This BIM Guideline and Standard applies to DSF A/E selections advertised on or after
July 1, 2009 for the following projects:

Required on all construction (new and addition/alteration) with total project
funding of $5M or greater
Required on all new construction with total project funding of $2.5M or greater
Required on all addition/alteration construction with total project funding of $2.5M
or greater that includes new addition costs of 50% or more of total

Encouraged but not required on all other projects.

Follow the links below to the DSF site where you can download specific articles on the subject:

http://www.doa.state.wi.us/dsf/masterspec_view_new.asp?catid=61&locid=4

http://dsfbimstandards.forumco.com/default.asp

Vico - BIM Contracts

2009-04-15T15:16:00.004-05:00

For those of you unaware of the webcasts; Friday's with Vico - check them out!

This Friday's topic (April 17th) is BIM 301: Understanding the New Contract Language for BIM

You can even watch some of the recorded webcast by clicking here.

Enjoy!

Autodesk Impression v3.0

2009-04-13T14:12:00.002-05:00

For those of you using Autodesk Impression - there is a new version available (v3.0) on the subscription site!

Sketchup & IES Videos

2009-03-13T08:21:00.004-05:00

In case you don't get the IES newsletter, below are a couple links with some pretty cool videos on the integration of Sketchup and IES's VE Ware tool. Check it out!

Video 1

Video 2

Autodesk & IPD

2009-01-15T08:58:00.007-06:00

Autodesk has recently released more information on Integrated Project Delivery. You can get to Autodesk's main page at:

http://www.autodesk.com/ipd

From there you can get to a flash site (click here) that has more specifics on IPD and additional resources. You can even download an introductory kit that has a couple white papers and a audio recording by Phil Bernstein from a live event in New York city on IPD.

Enjoy!

AIA Aims to Set Example with Headquarters Renovation

2008-12-08T08:21:00.002-06:00

Looks like the AIA is going to practice what they preach! Below is a link to an article discussing the AIA headquarters project and their use of BIM and IPD to complete. Should be interesting to keep tabs on...

http://archrecord.construction.com/news/daily/archives/081205aia.asp

Intergrated Project Delivery (IPD) Overview

2008-12-01T09:00:00.004-06:00

AIA California Council has put together a great site on Integrated Project Deliver. If you're looking to learn more about this emerging delivery method, check out this site!

http://www.ipd-ca.net/index.htm

They've even created a short 4 minute video to give you an overview of the delivery method.

http://www.aiacc.org/site/docs/aiaipd.wmv

BIM and HOK

2008-11-25T15:26:00.004-06:00

In case you don't subscribe to AEC Bytes, they recently published an article on HOK and their technology adoption. Check it out, it's an interesting read...

Click here to access the article.

Newforma and IPD

2008-10-02T08:01:00.002-05:00

Newforma is offering a series of webcast on the topic of PIM in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Refer the following link:

http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/mmframe?prid=439380&attachid=846184

Google Sketchup & Sustainability

2008-10-01T15:46:00.006-05:00

Google Sketchup is becoming more of a player in the game of Sustainability. Here is a link to (3) plug-ins that work with Sketchup.

I have mixed feelings about this. Do you...

1. Give the Sketchup user better tools to help them make better decisions?

Or

2. Train them in Revit, so they can do ALL phases of the project in one app.

Sketchup is a very popular tool with our designers during the early phases of a project (and they're darn good at it), but the lines blur when to stop modeling in Sketchup and start designing in Revit. This results in re-work and a duplicated effort (the designer continues to model, but so does the Revit team). So he's my dilemma, do we enable the designers to work even more in Sketchup (one more reason they don't have to learn Revit)? Then the Revit team basically starts over in Revit when the design is refined (re-work). Yes, they would be able to make more informed decisions about their design now that these tools are integrated into Sketchup, but we're enabling them not to learn & use Revit earlier in the game.

Or, do we have them start using Revit earlier, leveraging the sustainability tools available (that have been available for a while now) and as a result, less duplicated efforts.

My vote is to leverage Revit earlier in the game for the design, but it's a change in thinking and the tool used - that can be a tough conversion! There's the mindset change, learning curve, etc. that you have to consider

We're evaluating all options right now, so I'll know more later, so stay tuned!

But for now - here are the plug-ins for Sketchup:

http://www.google.com/sketchup/green/analysis.html

AIA - 6 New BIM and IPD Contract Documents

2008-09-25T09:29:00.002-05:00

The AIA announced that it plans to release 6 new contract documents related to BIM and IPD on October 17th. Collectively these documents are called the 3.5 Release.

A New Building Information Modeling (BIM) Exhibit
Two New Integrated Project Delivery Documents
Two New Design-Build Documents
A New On-Site Project Representation Document

A free sample of the E202-2008 BIM Exhibit will be available at www.aiacontractdocuments.org after October 17, 2008.

Click here to access the full article.

Thanks to Scott Brisk for sharing!

AIA PodNet - IPD and Professional Libality Concerns

2008-08-28T08:16:00.003-05:00

The AIA has released a new Podcast on Integrated Project Deilvery and Professional Libility Concerns.

Check it out here!

Autodesk Green Building Studio

2008-05-28T08:11:00.004-05:00

Autodesk has information on their newly acquired product "Green Building Studio" available on the web. You can access it by clicking here or follow the link below:

http://www.autodesk.com/greenbuildingstudio

Looks like some of the account options have changed... see below

IES VE-Ware

2008-05-27T08:35:00.001-05:00

IES is offering a free software that is fully compatible with Autodesk Revit! The release date is June, but you can register here and be notified when it's ready.

VE-Ware provides instant feedback on a buildings’ energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions based on real geometry, and using international data on climatic conditions and the typical characteristics of different buildings, room and system types. It is ideal for use at early stages as it facilitates iterative design, allowing the comparison of different design, layout and system options.

It will also assess how the building is performing against the Architecture 2030 Challenge benchmark.

Autodesk and NavisWorks

2008-05-27T07:55:00.008-05:00

New article discussing Autodesk and the aquisition of NavisWorks. Check it out here!

AIA - New Contract Documents encourage IPD

2008-05-19T10:50:00.006-05:00

The AIA has released new documents to encourage Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).

You can find more info by clicking here

Two types of documents are available:

The Transitional Agreements
The Single Purpose Entity Agreement:

AIA IPD agreements are available in paper form and electronically in AIA Contract Documents software. Contract Documents software can be purchased at www.aia.org/docs. For more info, visit the AIA site.

CSI AudioCast

2008-05-15T13:36:00.002-05:00

The CSI has started a new series of PodCasts called "BimWits". Here is a link to the first in the series...

BuildingSMART Alliance- Deke Smith:

http://audio.csinet.org/index.php?cat=bimWITS

AIA Knowledgenet - Integrated Project Delivery

2008-05-08T09:33:00.003-05:00

Here is a brief article on IPD...

Leveraging Collective Knowledge Through Integrated Practice. By Norman Strong, FAIA

Click here to access the entire article.

AIA's: A Guide to Integrated Project Delivery

2008-05-01T09:57:00.007-05:00

This is probably old news, but in case you haven't seen the AIA's guide to Integrated Project Delivery... Refer to the following link.

http://www.aiacontractdocuments.org/
or
http://www.aia.org/ipdg

You can also get more via a podcast (also provided by the AIA). The podcast gives you a 1/2 hour overview of the guide.

http://www.aiacontractdocuments.org/podcast.cfm

If you're an iTunes fan, you can also find all the AIA podcast located there. Just search AIA under Podcasts, subscribe and you're on your way!

From this link, you can also find the AIA's contract documents with respect to IPD.

Journal of Building Information Modeling - Spring 08

2008-03-19T12:07:00.004-05:00

The spring 2008 edition the the Journal of Building Information Modeling has been released.

http://www.wbdg.org/references/jbim.php

BIMstorm

2008-03-06T10:32:00.003-06:00

BIMstorm just occured in LA in January. I won't go into much detail here but can tell you this, that the focus was open standards and collaboration using Building Information (BIM) tools...

Click here to go to ONUMA and read more on BIMstorm:

Clip & link from AIA:

On January 31, 133 design professionals from 11 countries participated in BIMStorm LAX, a 24-hour, online design charrette in which another 700 people participated as observers. Loosely organized into 25 teams, participants developed plans for large sections of the city, creating massing models and schematic designs for 420 buildings totaling over 55 million square feet. Buildings ranged in size from a 600-square-foot house to a proposed 2 million-square-foot bank tower.

Click here for AIA's article.

Upcoming BIMstorms:
New Orleans - April 1, 2008
Vancouver, BC, Canada - July 21, 2008
Rotterdam - Nov. 21, 2007
Boston - Nov. 15, 2007

BIM and 2D 3D 4D 5D 6D

2008-02-21T12:41:00.004-06:00

What's up with BIM and all the D's now-a-days???

With all the new technolgy today, many aspects of a project are brought to the forefront and considered earlier or maybe even how could the process be automated... So, there have been some additions to the 2D/3D concept.

2D - Something with 2 dimensions (flat)
3D - Something seen in 3 dimensions e.g. width, length and height.
4D - Adding the aspect of Time to a project (phasing/sequencing)
5D - Adding the aspect of Cost to a project (cost estimating)
6D - The aspect of Life Cycle Management (owner/FM)

Each of these "D's" if considered carefully can add value to a project. Software vendors have come up with creative applications to expoit these D's and as time goes on, they will become more efficient and more readily available.

Here are some examples of what's available today above and beyond Revit: (I'm not endorsing any of these, but mearly sharing a few...)

4D - Innovaya
5D - Excel, Innovaya, Timberline, US Cost, WinEst
6D - There are a few FM tools out there, but nothing with a good BIM workflow yet.

BIM and State of Wisconsin

2008-02-20T08:40:00.002-06:00

Here is a link to an article that hits close to home - Wisconsin and State projects.

http://www.bdcnetwork.com/articleXml/LN741012985.html

The article discusses about how the State of Wisconsin is looking at requiring BIM for it's projects... In my opinion, the article could have been written well over a year ago because BIM is not new anymore. As far as the State of Wisconsin, it's great to hear that their getting educated and will start implementing BIM requirements.

As you know, we've been using Revit as our BIM authoring tool for a quite a few years now, so when I hear excuses on how firms can't move forward with technology, it boggles my mind... and expecting staff to be proficient and profitable with a software they've never used is ludicrous. Kudos to those that have embraced the technology and moved forward.

GSA and BIM

2007-12-20T13:21:00.000-06:00

The GSA has published a draft of it's 3D-4D-BIM guide. The GSA states that "It's intended for intended for GSA employees and consultants engaging in BIM practices for the design of new construction and major modernization projects for GSA".

You can download the guide free of charge from here: 3D-4D-BIM Guide

Other GSA links and guides can be download from here: Other GSA Guides

If you wish to get on the email list, go here: Mailing List

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee & BIM

2007-12-19T13:09:00.000-06:00

The firm I work for; Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) sponsored a BIM Studio at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) for the School of Architectural and Urban Planning (SARUP.) The session will be repeated again next fall...

The studio's focus was on design using BIM. Revit was the BIM authoring tool of choice, so the semester was spent in combination of workshop (Revit training - by EUA) and Studio (Design - by UWM). There were also multiple presentations from firms around the country during the semester on topics related to BIM and IPD. It was a great succes! The students just completed their final projects and presented them to our firm for review. If you want to see more mid-semester work work, you can go to the following:

http://www.projectbim.com/Pages/Homepage/

This is only a snapshot of their work, as as the semester went on, the quality of work greatly increased.

In closing - universities are jumping on the bandwagon - and quick! Students are now offered classes on Revit and the concept of BIM and IPD are integral to the sessions. More and more students are going to be graduating with this education under their belts!

Autodesk and Sustainability

2007-12-18T12:28:00.000-06:00

Check out Autodesk's online demonstrational video called "Project Chicago". The video suggest what's to come in the future regarding LEED and Sustainability. Very cool!

Click here to view the video:

Integrated Project Delivery - Guide

2007-12-13T10:29:00.000-06:00

The AIA has published a document on Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). You can download the document for free from their web site at:

http://www.aia.org/ipdg

Here is a brief overview of what's in the guide...

Colorado Law - Integrated Project Delivery

2007-12-13T08:42:00.000-06:00

If this doesn't make you start thinking that Integrated Project Delivery isn't here for good, I'm not sure what will...

Click here for the full article:

First Post

2007-12-13T08:24:00.000-06:00

I've been using Revit now for around 5 years and help manage the BIM initiative at Eppstein Uhen Architects in Milwaukee Wisconsin. I've come to the realization that it's no longer good enough to just understand or be an expert in one application (Revit in my case). To be effective today, you really have to have your hands wrapped about the concept of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).

This blog will hopefully enlighten you on this concept!