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Tech for Architects: 7 Top BIM Tools for Architectural Design

Architizer

In other words, a wall designed in a BIM environment goes beyond the typical “3D extrusion”, carrying information that can be utilized throughout the duration of a design project — from inception to completion and even for future maintenance. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for designing, documenting and managing building projects.

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Schematic Design – This isn’t “Architecture”

Life of an Architect

As a result, I spent half of one day documenting the existing conditions in the house. What was pretty cool was that my pen started being passed around the table as everyone started to get in on the sketching action. The fact that these clients jumped right in and started sketching along with me lets me know that this was a good idea.

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Competitions: 'THE GARDEN OF PLANTS'

Bustler

PHASE 1- IDEA The designers are asked to illustrate their projectual idea for a garden in the form they prefer through a synthetic dossier that describes a concept, adding a title and a short explanatory text with reference images and evocative sketches capable of conveying a botanical vision and idea. Documents required.

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10 Ways An Architect Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. The time and effort required to properly develop a design and complete a thorough set of construction documents is difficult for most anyone outside the profession to understand.

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How to Make More Money as a Small Firm Architect

EntreArchitect

The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Services such as Existing Conditions Surveys, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, 3-D Modeling, Illustration, Rendering and Estimating are all offered to our clients as additional services.

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8 Top Tech Tools for Architectural 3D Modeling

Architizer

SketchUp Best 3D Modeling Tool for Beginners SketchUp is a 3D Modeling software inspired by hand drawn sketching. The software’s dynamic components enables users to generate precise and detailed models that can be later documented in 2D drawings.

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10 Ways Architects Can Make More Money

EntreArchitect

The innovative ideas and concepts we create can often only be born after hours (sometimes days) of intense thought and several dozen layers of sketch paper. Services such as Existing Conditions Surveys, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, 3-D Modeling, Illustration, Rendering and Estimating are all offered to our clients as additional services.