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Tech for Architects: 7 Top BIM Tools for Architectural Design

Architizer

Initially invented in the 1980s, BIM is an all-in-one software package that includes features from digital representation to architectural visualization, data-driven design, construction documentation, and more. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for designing, documenting and managing building projects.

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Competitions: Reimagine Mountain Hospitality: A Sustainable Resort Design Competition

Bustler

The competition timeline is as follows: Concept delivery: March 4, 2023 Masterplan and schematic submission: March 15, 2023 Winner announcement: March 29, 2023 Designers are required to deliver the following materials: A 3-5 page concept document outlining the design intent and approach.

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Competitions: Open Call: "Lights In Forest" GuangShan Child-friendly B&B Competition

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link] Required Documents: Registration Form (Downloadable from the Official Website) B&B Operational Plan: Submission of a comprehensive B&B operational and business plan. Additionally, submit sketches, work photos, and other relevant process materials. Download the competition brief and registration form on the website.

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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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8 Top Tech Tools for Architectural 3D Modeling

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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.