CAD has been around now for many years, and the computer workstation has become as much a part of our workspace as the drawing board ever was.
Currently designs are conceived in 3D, documented in a 2D format, and then constructed in a 3D world as interpreted from the 2D drawings. However, the building industry is quickly finding that 2D CAD has become about as efficient as it can be, and must now harness the power of the computer and do more than just mimic drafting.
Please find below case studies from a selection of the growing number of building design professionals who have successfully managed the transition from 2D FlatCAD to 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM) with ArchiCAD's tried and tested Virtual Building™ concept.
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Transitioning from 2D FlatCAD to 3D BIM - WM Design Partnership |
WM Design successfully manage the transition from 2D AutoCAD to 3D BIM with ArchiCAD. |
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505KB |
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BIM in Practice - DJD Group |
A striking residential scheme which echoes the famous De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-on-Sea. |
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418KB |
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Permission Granted - Architectural Design Consultancy |
ADC prepare a detailed planning application for a site in Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield. |
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326KB |
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Going to Plan - SB Architectural Design |
ArchiCAD provides not just a 3D design tool but a comprehensive package that serves all of its needs. |
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891KB |
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Blending the Edinburgh Skyline - Allan Murray Architects |
Calton Square office and leisure complex had preoccupied developers and their Design Teams for many years before its final concept could be realised. |
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403KB |
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And in the beginning…Seymour Harris Architecture |
Seymour Harris has continually looked to innovate as a means of driving its business forward. |
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591KB |
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It’s not all about pretty pictures - Virtechs Ltd |
Parametric menu-driven design get results faster and more accurately than conventional 2D techniques. |
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592KB |
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Taking the strain out of exacting environmental design |
Richard Swann has developed a scheme for a sensitive site in Somerset, using ArchiCAD and a complimentary environmental analysis tool. |
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2.8MB |
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Review of ArchiCAD 12 - Martyn Day |
The move to Building Information Models with ArchiCAD 12. |
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1.2MB |
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A fitter shop fitter: AM System UK uses BIM to design Sony stores |
AM System UK is using the latest in 3D BIM techniques to most effectively design and deliver all sizes of store and concession for client Sony. |
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1.4MB |
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Combining Technology and Tradition - The Oak Frame Carpentry Co Ltd |
ArchiCAD’s modelling capabilities pre-empts problems on-site and identifies misalignments or missing elements during quotation and planning stages. |
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576KB |
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MEP modelling: Plugging coordinated services design into building design |
BDSP Partnership uses 3D model-based design to create coherent, easily communicated building services designs for even the most complex buildings. |
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493KB |
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The Road to Success, with 3D Model -based Design |
Privica uses Graphisoft’s ArchiCAD to provide financial savings on civils, construction and architectural projects using intelligent 3D modelling. |
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1.2MB |
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Work makes everything work with ArchiCAD |
Work Ltd utilises ArchiCAD's 3D modelling capabilities to have total control over design, engineering and contracting. |
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530KB |
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