Digital Concept Design
2D CAD and BIM have both been sold on their benefits to the detailed documentation…
Review: Shapr3D
A new 3D modelling application for the iPad, with impressive interactive tools for concept modelling
Revit 2021.1 extends focus on automation and computation
Autodesk enhances Dynamo for Revit and adds new sample studies to Generative Design for Revit…
New SketchUp service offers insight into early stage design
PreDesign helps assess how a site’s climate and environment might impact design
Design through a prism
A free application from the London Mayor’s office helps developers conform to planning rules and…
Moving beyond conceptual design with simulation
Using multiphysics simulation, engineers at Newtecnic ensure that innovative building façades are both beautiful and…
Autodesk looking beyond design
Greg Corke reports from Autodesk University where construction took centre stage as Autodesk re-invents itself…
Topology first approach to conceptual design
New software library represents space rather than just building fabric to aid analysis
Bentley’s site tool goes from concept to detailed design
OpenSite Designer includes analytics optimisation, links to geotechnical engineering solutions, and tools to produce ‘all…
