Technology in Architectural Practice

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Since the the goal of most, if not all architects, is "Design Excellence" and BIM is a recent tool for architects, how does BIM help acheive "Design Excellence? ------------------------------------------- David Trevino AIA, LEED AP Sr. Program Manager City of Dallas - Dept.of Public Works - Facilities & Engineering Dallas TX -------------------------------------------

David,

In case you haven't seen the AIA TAP KC BIM Awards page or this year's recipients, I have included a link below which highlights projects that have merged both a deep application of BIM with strong design outcomes - http://network.aia.org/technologyinarchitecturalpractice/Home/BuildingInformationModelingAwardsProgram/
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Brian Skripac Assoc. AIA
Columbus OH
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