Architecture

How (and why) Trimble created the world’s most detailed record EVER of an ancient Roman landmark

Trimble traveled to Turkey with 3D laser scanners, capturing 500,000 points per second, to create out the most detailed record ever of an ancient roman landmark. See the results and find out why >>

The Great Library Reference Shelf

Eager to learn more about exciting developments in modern construction? Then the reference shelf is for you!

Top reasons to adopt multidisciplinary digital workflows

How are architects keeping up with the rest of the construction industry when it comes to digital workflows? New research from Trimble and Dodge Construction Network spotlights where architects...

The ultimate guide to reducing construction’s environmental impacts

Deepen your understanding of how to improve sustainability throughout project lifecycles using building and construction technologies.  Construction stakeholders, from owners to contractors, are...

Leveraging Trimble technology for construction with McCarthy Building Companies

We sit down with McCarthy Building Companies’ Virtual Design and Construction Manager, Shannon Lightfoot, to discuss how they leverage technology from Trimble across the entire lifecycle of their...

Allied Container Systems: designing military facilities

Allied Container Systems is a family-owned design firm out of the San Francisco area that specializes in the design of live urban training facilities for the Military, Law Enforcement, and First...

Creating the 3D constructible model for a six-story, wood-framed building

Can you build a six-story, wood-framed building in SketchUp? Yes, you can. Just ask John Brock, custom home builder, and designer. He’s been in the industry for over 30 years and uses SketchUp as...

Pushing The Boundary with architectural visualization

We sat down with Henry Goss from The Boundary to discuss how he incorporates architectural fundamentals into his elaborate, detailed illustrations. Goss has taken his architectural...

Video: The London Skyscrapers Built From the Top Down

How a Common Data Environment Helps Construction Teams Increase Collaboration and Reduce Risk

A common data environment (CDE) makes construction data accessible to the people who need it, when they need it. Learn more about common data environments.

Top 10 Reasons to Attend Trimble Dimensions+ 2022

Clear your schedule from November 7th through the 9th to attend the Dimensions+ user conference in none other than Las Vegas, Nevada.

22 Best Construction Conferences 2023-2024

Check out the best global construction conferences for 2023-2024, covering everything from prefab and design-build to finance and more sustainable construction.

Introducing The Great Library Project

The Great Library brings together a team of design-build experts to test cutting-edge tech to reimagine one of the greatest libraries of the ancient world.

A life-cycle BIM workflow reduced the Chengdu Hotel’s construction time by 50%

Chengdu, Sichuan, China Wave goodbye to a clunky workflow. The interior design team for the Chengdu Dong’an Lake Kapok Hotel did just this and leveraged true life-cycle Building Information...

[BIM EXPLAINED VIDEO] Why Are IFCs Important?

Why are IFCs (Industry Foundation Classes) in BIM and virtual design and construction important? Watch this BIM Explained video to learn why in 60 seconds.

[VIDEO] How the new Museum of the Future in Dubai was Built

The newly completed Museum of the Future in Dubai is one of the most complex structures ever built — not only is its design and purpose unique, but also the way it was constructed.

Houseal Lavigne urban plan catalyzes Downtown Oshkosh redevelopment

The City of Oshkosh sought to reinvigorate its downtown and attract viable companies by designing and delivering a visually stunning urban redevelopment plan. They hired Houseal Lavigne...

2020 World Expo site becomes testing ground for future smart cities

Read on to learn how this remarkable group of structures is being turned into a smart city that will benefit the residents of Dubai and attract new investment.

[VIDEO] Sustainability in Construction: Design & Planning

How can we make construction more sustainable during the planning and design stages? 7 experts weigh in.