BIM Positive: Making BIM Work in the Real World
A short blast of internet research to gather views and opinions about the impact of BIM and intelligent models in construction will likely become much shorter than you’d planned, brought to a swift halt as you are overwhelmed by the weight of the volume of information around. From casual statements through hefty blogs to intensively and expensively researched commercial studies, the range of content on the subject is bewildering. Data-driven... Read More
Buildings Made of Straw – New Ideas for a Traditional Technique
Since we looked at new approaches to the traditional practice of using straw bales in construction, there has been a huge surge in interest in this technology. With some high-profile recent projects being delivered using straw building technology, we’re looking more closely at the benefits this brings to the builder, occupier and the building through it’s lifecycle. Bristol firm Modcell, driven by Craig and Fergus White, have been at the... Read More
British Architecture: The Guardian and Observer Guides
Continuing in their excellent recent vein of form in highlighting the importance of the British architecture scene, this weekend’s editions of The Guardian and Observer included a two-part guide (one on each day) that claims to ‘Unravel the mysteries of British architecture…Discover the complex history of our buildings, explore their rich heritage and learn how to identify a building at a glance’. You can find articles... Read More
Big PassivHaus Construction Contract Award by Camden Borough Council
#gallery-2 { margin: auto; } #gallery-2 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-2 img { border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; } #gallery-2 .gallery-caption { margin-left: 0; } A great win for both Willmott Dixon and the UK as a whole as the London... Read More
Latest film from Preconstruct Combining Green Screen, Cutting-Edge 3D and Visual Effects to Showcase Futuristic Schools
We’re finally in a position to show you one of the best film pieces to come out of the Preconstruct studio. This film was commissioned by a client last year to showcase their forward thinking approach to how future technologies would be integrated into planned new schools and demonstrate convincingly how well-planned, flexible layouts can provide the perfect environment for learning. Inspired by Microsoft’s Future Vision films,... Read More
Frazer-Nash: Bristol Cars to be at cutting-edge in automotive design and production
Even if you’re not a car-geek (there are several in the Preconstruct office…), it’s hard not to be pleased at the rebound of the British institution, specialist luxury car maker Bristol Cars. Bristol Cars, who tragically went into administration this year, boast a new owner having been purchased by Kamkorp Autokraft, the electric vehicle research and development company that is part of the Frazer-Nash group. Made by hand at their factory... Read More
The WAN Design Awards 2011: Urban Design – closing date 31 August
http://bit.ly/wan-awards-urban-design-2011 ABOUT THE AWARD The WAN AWARDS Urban Design Sector is a major international competition and the fourth of our 6 bi-monthly ‘Excellence in Design’ series by sector for 2011. The award celebrates and promotes the best in international urban design, transport & infrastructure, attracting entries from all over the world and providing a global platform to showcase your designs. There are two... Read More
London International Creative Competition 2011 – entries invited
LICC invites passionate visual artists from around the glob to submit their innovative artwork for inclusion in the LICC competition. The artwork is juried by a board of internationally luminaries of the visual arts. The jury-selected Final Selection and Shortlist is published in the LICC Annual Awards Book, on this website and is announced to the creative arts and media outlets worldwide. 2011 Competition is accepting entries. Final Deadline:... Read More
‘Commissioning design viz’ – by Martin Drake
I have worked in the architectural visualisation industry for over eight years and attended more client meetings than I can remember. Many clients are clear from the outset about the imagery they require yet a common theme is apparent throughout the industry — do we as visualisation experts take enough time to explore their needs thoroughly? By asking them the right questions at an initial consultation, we can ensure that the collaboration... Read More
