Architecture

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.

20 of the Best Design and Construction Conferences for 2022-2023

Check out these best global design and construction conferences for 2022-2023, covering everything from prefab and design-build to finance and more sustainable construction.

Introducing The Great Library Project

The Great Library is a unique initiative that aims to challenge the application of Connected Construction by examining barriers to and success stories - from initial concept to the final delivery

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.

Pozas Design Group: Designing the tallest building in Latin America

For Pozas Design Group, giving life to the tallest building in Latin America (LATAM) was not the original intent. With clever, late-stage modifications, the firm added the needed height to make...

[BIM COURSE] Using a Common Data Environment to Access the 'I' in BIM

Learn how to use a common data environment to share information across stakeholders during your BIM workflows; and how to select the right CDE for your needs.

The Coolest Design & Architecture Trends We Saw at the 2020 World Expo Dubai

The newest and most exciting in materials, shapes, and functionality on display at the 2020 World Expo Dubai.