How to Make Money with ArchiCAD Object Libraries and Templates
We have been teaching people online how to use ArchiCAD to develop building information models, construction documentation and drawings for their clients or schoolwork. Most people want to know other ways they can implement to make money with ArchiCAD, besides working for clients. In this…
Are Kenyan Quantity Surveyors Missing out on BIM?
Quantity Surveyors in Kenya have been left out of BIM according to research. Their fellows in the architecture and design professions are progressing way ahead of them and already reaping the benefits of BIM in their practice. This cannot continue if we want the Kenyan…
Top 5 ArchiCAD BIM Products 2022
As a BIM authoring software, ArchiCAD helps you create intelligent 3D digital models representing a structure of facility to be built. Besides 2D and 3D data, BIM software allows you to input non-graphical information such as lists, schedules and object metadata into your model. ArchiCAD…
4 BIM-based Processes in Construction Cost Estimating
In this article, we will look at traditional paper-based estimating, 2D CAD estimating and how BIM helps automate those processes. We will further discuss the four approaches that are available in 5D BIM construction cost estimating. Cost Estimating Basics When a new construction project is…
5 Ways to Make Money with ARCHICAD
ARCHICAD is a building information modelling software (integrating architectural design, MEP engineering and structural engineering) developed by Graphisoft. It allows you to develop a virtual building model, that has intelligent construction information linked to it. With different model views, you automatically generate 2D floor plans,…
Building Information Modelling (BIM): Debunking the Myths & Misconceptions
Building information modelling/management (BIM) as a collaborative working concept has been around for a long time now. As a way of integrating and unifying workflows in the construction industry, it is disrupting and revolutionizing the way we live, work, play and communicate. Since people are…