Tag: IPD

Architects & builders: Communication is key!

Mar 21, 2016

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in PlusSpec/SketchUp Tips & Tricks

Design Professionals, Engineers and the Construction Industry need to foster strong relationships. However, I know that this is not often the case. I have been observing communication breakdown for the last 25 years, and I am still unable to put my finger on the exact reason why this happens time and again. At first, I…
Early Collaboration on the Model (BIM) – The Key to success?

Oct 16, 2014

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in Industry Insights: Design, Construction, Estimating

How can we improve the traditional design to construction process? We have created the below diagram to explore the problems that arise from the traditional relationship between the architect/designer and the builder. We would love to hear your thoughts!