BIM in Leicester 2024 publication

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BIM IN LEICESTER 2024 BIM IN SERIES EVENT PUBLICATION

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CONTENT: Welcome Panel Speakers Special Guests Panel Chairs BIM in Leicester 2024

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= ABOUT: Victoria is an associate professor, subject lead in architecture at the Leicester School of Architecture, DMU, educator, designer and practising architect with experience across multiple sectors of the built environment. In practice, Victoria has worked within the fields of architecture, planning, facilities management, building information modelling (BIM), occupancy planning, architectural visualisation and interior design. As an educator, Victoria has always been passionate about architectural education and throughout her academic career, she has developed connections with individuals and institutions across the UK as well as in the USA and South Africa, which have provided her with the opportunity to teach internationally and also collaborate on numerous projects and research activities. Most recently she has joined the board of directors for ‘a students perspective’, which is an audio podcast highlighting the interior architecture and design community through a series of recorded interviews in the USA and UK. Victoria also gave a podcast interview on Archemia and the Broke Architects podcast “conversations with an architectural educator” and describes herself as an activist.

In 2011, Victoria co-founded the aae (association of architectural educators), which was formally announced in 2013 as the first association representing architectural educators in the UK. The aae was further supported by Victorias network in the USA with the NCBDS (national conference on the beginning design student) conference. Victoria organised and chaired the inaugural aae conference in 2013 and alongside aae colleagues, launched the aae journal, Charette, which remains the only journal on architectural education in the UK. Victoria has continued to support aae conferences as the director of events, on the conference and journal editorial committee and through research presentations on architectural education.

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In 2013, Victoria set up the ‘aae and Vectorworks scholarship programme’, which provides free software to UK architecture schools.This initiative was showcased at the Vectorworks 2017 summit, Chicago, USA. Between 2010 and 2014, Victoria taught at Lincoln University, NTU, Marywood School of Architecutre, USA, Penn State University, USA and BCU cross multiple courses including architecture, interior architecture, architectural technology and BIM. At BCU Victoria held the role of Course Leader for BA architecture and Year 1 lead for almost 10 years and became associate professor In 2018, working across the faculty within marketing & recruitment, Victoria created a new initiative, BIM in Birmingham ,in 2017, which is a suite of conferences organised by students from UG and PG courses delivering presentations from globally recognised practices to audiences from around the world. In 2023, Victoria founded BIM in Series which is a charity to raise funds for the betterment of architectural education and for architecture students suffering financial hardship.

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The BIM in Series suite of conferences has developed quickly between 2017 and 2024 and has become internationally recognised. Victoria is collaborating on a book for RIBA publishing on the field of precedent study. Alongside her work, she is an avid long distance runner and loves running shoes. Prior to leaving BCU she wrote the newest course, BsC Sports Shoe design, which formed collaborations between architecture, fashion, physiotherapy and sports science. Victorias most recent project is a network called Architecture Plus. The network represents people within architecture and the built environment that are working with challenges. This strikes a harmony with Victoria’s role as head of equality, diversity and inclusivity at De Monfort University. lead. In 2018, Victoria became an associate professor and has since been working across the faculty of art, design and media within the field of marketing and recruitment alongside her course duties, which have permitted her to gain experience writing multiple courses and managing her team through the RIBA validation process. Whilst at BCU, Victoria has created a new initiative, BIM in Birmingham, which is a suite of conferences organised by students from UG and PG courses delivering presentations from globally famous practices to audiences from around the world, connecting architecture students from multiple UK institutions.

The BIM in Birmingham suite of conferences has developed quickly between 2017 and 2023 and has become internationally recognised. Victoria was recently awarded a funding PhD from the University of Loughborough, which is focused on architectural pedagogy. Victoria is collaborating on a book for RIBA publishing on the field of precedent study. Alongside her work, she is an avid long distance runner and loves running shoes. Prior to leaving BCU she wrote the newest course, BsC Sports Shoe design, which formed collaborations between architecture, fashion, physiotherapy and sports science. Victoria is an activist and works hard to make positive change within architecture and architectural education.

She is currently working on developing the network Architecture Plus, which is a celebration of those in architecture who are working within the profession or within the realm of architectural education PLUS managing additional challenges alongside their day to day roles. Architecture Plus is an opportunity to spotlight inspiring stories of leadership, talk with others about overcoming adversity and share experiences of success despite some of the most difficult circumstances.

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ABOUT:

ABOUT: Wiktoria obtained her Ba(Hons) Architecture and MArch Architecture from the Birmingham City University. Her final year thesis titled ‘The Paradox of Architectural Value’ which aimed to critique and challenge the planning system and social housing approaches in London has been nominated for the RIBA Silver President Medal. Her work has been exhibited at IKON gallery in Birmingham as well as the ArtMaze in London in 2023.

She is a designer interested in exploring the ways art and architecture resonate with people.

With a background in architecture and music, her interests lie in giving form to place and facilitating collective memory and emotion. She has always been passionate about the impact architecture has on people and our ever-changing world, and thus uses those interests as a drive to create work that explores that through vivid physical forms of art and architecture in a range of mediums.

Wiktoria has been a part of BIM in Series since 2018, helping with the graphics for the event.

Currently, she works in Birmingham as a Part 2 Architectural Assistant.

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Stefan Fratila Co-Host - BIM in Series Stefan Fratila, an accomplished Part 2 Assistant Architect, serves as a co-host at BIM in Series, bringing a wealth of diverse expertise and a passion for innovation, sustainability, and the transformative potential of Building Information Modeling (BIM). With three years of professional experience in the field of architecture, Stefan’s career has been defined by a commitment to design excellence and delivering impactful solutions. He has successfully navigated projects of varying scales, from intricate small-scale designs to ambitious large-scale developments, always striving to create immersive experiences that enhance the quality of life. At the heart of Stefan’s architectural philosophy lies a strong belief in the power of collaboration. He understands that successful architectural endeavours are the result of synergy between architects, clients, and multidisciplinary experts. Open communication, relationship cultivation, and nurturing shared visions are the cornerstones of his approach. Stefan’s professional practice is rooted in Building Information Modeling (BIM), which he views not just as a tool but as a transformative mindset. He champions the comprehensive integration of BIM within the industry, recognizing its potential to revolutionize project workflows, enhance efficiency, and elevate decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Furthermore, Stefan is a strong advocate for the strategic use of architectural software. He firmly believes in utilizing the right software tools at each project stage to optimize results. His methodology is marked by the strategic selection and application of software to achieve project goals. If you share Stefan’s dedication to innovative architecture, sustainable design, and the transformative potential of BIM, he welcomes you to connect. Explore opportunities for collaboration, idea exchange, and the pursuit of architectural excellence alongside him. Stefan is readily available to embark on this creative journey of growth and achievement. Relevant Work Experience: D5 Architects - 2023 - Present The BimCrowd – 2021-Present Visiting Tutor at Birmingham City University – 2022-Present Choral Studio – 2019-2020 Internship – A2 Architecture – 2018 Internship – Fabric – 2018 Volunteer – Chairman –Co-Organiser– BIM in Birmingham – CPD for BIM Level 2 compliance 2017 - Present Internship – 3D Reid Birmingham - 2017 Stefan is readily available to embark on this creative journey of growth and achievement.

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Topic 1 – “Share a Project with Us” In the world of architecture and construction, every project tells a unique story. Our #BIMinLeicester event invites professionals, educators, and enthusiasts to share their remarkable projects using Building Information Modeling (BIM). This topic provides a platform for architects, engineers, and designers to showcase their innovative use of BIM in actual projects.

Topic 2 – “BIM Diffusion“ The adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) has transformed the architecture and construction industry, but its rate of diffusion can vary widely across regions and sectors.

Our #BIMinLeicester event explores the challenges and opportunities surrounding BIM diffusion, shedding light on how this revolutionary technology is spreading and evolving.

Topic 3 – “Reaching Climate Goals with BIM” In today’s world, addressing climate change is an urgent priority. Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a powerful tool to design and construct sustainable, energy-efficient buildings and infrastructure. Our #BIMinLeicester event focuses on the crucial role that BIM plays in helping us reach our climate goals.

Topic 4 – “BIM + AI: The Future of BIM” As technology continues to evolve, the convergence of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds incredible promise for the future of architecture and construction. Our #BIMinLeicester event explores the dynamic relationship between BIM and AI and how it’s reshaping the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) landscape.

Topic 5 – “BIM in Small Businesses” Building Information Modeling (BIM) has often been associated with large, well-established firms, but it’s important to recognize its significance for small businesses in the architecture and construction sector as well. Our #BIMinLeicester event dedicates a topic to explore how BIM can be effectively leveraged by smaller firms to compete, innovate, and thrive in the industry.

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VP4.09 Fletcher Hub Vijay Patel

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Conference Welcome Victoria Farrow founder & Stefan Fratila- co-chair

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Welcome by the Head of School

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Alfonso Monedero, Heatherwick Studio

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BIM | SHARE A PROJECT WITH US

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BIM IN SMALL BUSINESSES

HU2.38/39 Anisha Meggi & Hadeel Safaa Saadoon

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HU5.12/5.13 Steffan Davies, Jason Taylor & Sufyan Musaffar

Q0.09 Dr Alona Martinex Perexe + Mark Chapman and Ryan Steed

Q0.13 Dr Amal Abuzeinab and Mozakir Ali, Wiktoria Piotrowska

Rosey Alexander, Bond Bryan Architects

Alberto Fernandez, The Bartlett School

Thomas Hopkins, Hopkins Design

Luka Stefanovic, Vectorworks

Sagal Roobie, Chetwoods

Aleksander GIl, Parametrix

Rakesh Mistry, M83

Michael Hudson, CBRE

Josh Crystal, Maber

Denisa Osacenco, Point Labs

Angelica Rodriguez, Franklin Ellis Architects

Diana Chirescu, Architype

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Farres Yasser, University of Lincoln

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Derek Hales, University of Salford, Manchester Mike Loeke, University of Wolverhampton

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BIM IN SERIES TV INTERVIEWS WITH A STUDENTS PERSPECTIVE

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Kate Cheyne & Dominika Pipowska

Dr Melanie Robinson, Women in BIM

Interactive Panel

James Yeomans, Howells

Paul Macmahon

Matthew Blakey, RIBA East Midlands

Martin Krupik, Emersa

Mersha Aftab, BCU & Iryna Yeveseyva, DMU Meh Goh, Loughborough University

Allistair Lewis, Automated Data Driven Design

Jordan Kirkahm, ICI

Q+A

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NETWORKING LUNCH | FLETCHER HUB, VJAY PATEL BUILDING VP4.05 Lecture theatre Mike Kagioglou, Pro Vice Chancellor, Business and Innovation, DMU

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Nelli Denisova, Zaha Hadid Architects

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Professor Stephen Garisson, Chair of A Students Perspective TV series Jens Kaarsholm, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) Megan Sobcyzk and Mark Lineton, Foster and Partners

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ABOUT: Vectorworks Since our founding in 1985 as Diehl Graphsoft by Richard Diehl, Vectorworks has become a global leader in design technologies for the architecture, engineering, construction, entertainment, and landscape design industries. Our product line is one of the world’s best-selling cross-platform design and BIM applications, and users rely on it to create groundbreaking experiences, environments, and destinations.

From our very beginning in 1985 as MiniCAD, which eventually became Vectorworks, our software has always been a 3D modeling program devoted to helping designers express their visions more clearly to their clients and collaborators.

Vectorworks has played a formative role in the CAD field, having created one of the first CAD programs, one of the first 3D modeling programs, the most successful CAD software for the Mac OS, and the first cross-platform CAD application to market. Vectorworks was also one of the first to introduce BIM capabilities, before BIM became an industry buzzword.

We have since redefined the marketplace by setting a high standard for its products, continually optimizing them for new technologies while delivering solutions that support the many workflows and design processes of our users. As a result, Vectorworks has become an internationally respected leader in both CAD and BIM solutions tailored to design.

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The Centre for People-Led Digitalisation: Putting people at the heart of digital transformation Digital technologies have the potential to transform industry by increasing productivity and opening up new business opportunities. However, the UK has experienced lower levels of adoption than some of our competitors.

The £5 million Made Smarter Innovation: Centre for People-Led Digitalisation aims to maximise the value of digital technologies by prioritising human needs in the design and implementation of digitalised work systems.

Despite a number of government and independent reports espousing the benefits of industrial digital technologies, when it comes to adoption the UK is falling behind some of our competitors. The question is why?

The Made Smarter Review [1], identifies a number of reasons, including: a UK tax system which is not targeted on incentivising uptake, a confusing landscape of business support, and a shortage of people with the required digital skills. The focus of the Centre for People-Led Digitalisation is on the people aspect, specifically it aims to create an approach for managing digital transformation which puts thinking about people at the core.

The PLD Approach Over the past two years our researchers have been focussed on developing a deep understanding of areas which have the potential to influence whether digital technologies are adopted and accepted. Informed by the Association of Change Management Standard and the Change Management Institute Body of Knowledge they have asked what are the specific questions which need to answered when trying to implement digital change.

ABOUT: Foster + Partners Foster + Partners works across architecture, engineering and industrial design, although it is particularly known for glass-and-steel buildings. Landmark projects include the 1986 Hong Kong & Shanghai Bank headquarters in Hong Kong, the 2004 Millau Viaduct in France and the 2004 30 St Mary Axe in London, which is better known as the Gherkin.

The firm puts sustainability at the heart of its work and recently pledged to make its buildings carbon-neutral by 2030.

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The results of these academic ‘deep dives’ will be combined and presented in a way which is practical and useable for industry – we call this the PLD Approach.

Over the next 12 months the Approach will be formalised and validated by our industry partners. Key elements of the approach will include how you measure success, when and how to include stakeholders, and barriers / enablers to digital transformation. Alongside this we will share our knowledge around how technologies can be designed to improve acceptance.

Want to know more?

Funded under the Made Smarter Innovation programme and led by Bath, the Centre is a collaboration between the universities of Loughborough and Nottingham and non-academic partners including BIM4Water, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, and the Environment Agency. For more information on the research being conducted at the Centre come along to our stand, sign-up to our LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/madesmarter-centre-for-people-led-digitalisation/ , or email us at P-LD@bath.ac.uk.

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HE LEICESTER SCHOOL F ARCHITECTURE

ABOUT: The Leicester School of Architecture

BIM in Series Charity

De Montfort University is embedded in Leicester city’s social and physical infrastructure. It is the educational global lead for the UN Sustainable Development Goal 16, supporting peace and justice. It identifies with the local while building global connections, reframing how we live in the world as environmentally responsible and ethical citizens. The university has a diverse student and staff body, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are integral to its identity The school was established in 1897 as part of the Arts College with Architecture.

As a part of the Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities, currently, it sits within the larger school of Art, Design and Architecture, and as such it benefits from the synergies its shares with other related disciplines.

The school of architecture is a founder member of the Leicester Urban Observatory in collaboration with Leicester City Council and two other local universities. Its research agenda draws on its international identity and concern with diverse cultures and histories as well as on regenerative practices, social sustainability and ethical practice. In its teaching and learning, the school has decolonisation of the curriculum at the forefront of its agenda in humanities, studio and professional practice teaching. The climate crisis and ethical practice are engaged with in the inclusion of real-life briefs and community partners in BA, and with live-build projects in postgraduate level, based on interdisciplinary design and collaborative practice.

Leicester School of Architecture promotes ethical, regenerative architectural thinking and practice with a view to attaining environmental and spatial justice..

BIM in Series is a collection of annual conferences, organised in order to raise funding for the BIM in Series Charitable Cooperative Group, registered in January 2024. Every year, a group of 30+ undergraduate and postgraduate students have worked together to support a BIM in Series conference, which brings together specialists, architects and designers to present their work on the topic of BIM (Building Information Modelling). Hosted by a variety of different institutions, including Birmingham City University and De Monfort University, the conferences shine a light on cutting edge research and innovative BIM practice, attracting both researchers and practitioners from some of the most famous architectural practices in the world as guest speakers. Speakers at the BIM in Series of conferences have travelled from a number of countries to join us, including Chile, America, China, France, Sweden, Switzerland, Dubai, Denmark, Italy, Spain and Romania. Some of the that have been represented at the conferences include Zaha Hadid Architects; Foster and Partners; Rogers Stirk Harbour Partners; Bjark Ingels Group (BIG); Grimshaws; Heatherwick Studios; Mace; Maber Architects and Gensler.

The BIM in Series of events has been operating for the last 5 years. In the summer of 2023, its co-founders decided to transition to charitable activities following discussions surrounding the ongoing financial crisis and awareness that this may hinder some students accessing or performing well within architectural education. The BIM in series therefore wanted to do something to support and as such, became a registered charity with HMRC in January 2024.

Profits generated from our conferences via tickets and sponsorship donations are instrumental in supporting our developing charity initiatives and to provide ongoing support for future activities such as further events.

The BIM in Series Charity funding provides aid to students pursuing architectural education who are suffering from financial hardship and provides support to those with a vested interest in the betterment of architectural education.

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PROF MIKEE KAGIOGLOU Pro vice-chancellor

Professor Mike Kagioglou joined De Montfort University in July 2023 as Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Business Innovation. Mike is responsible for leading the University’s strategy and delivery of all areas related to research, enterprise, business innovation, commercial, stakeholder and partnerships development.

Prior to joining DMU, Mike was the Pro Vice-Chancellor Global Development (Europe and UK) and Dean of Engineering, Design and Built Environment at Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia.

During his time at WSU Mike oversaw the successful merger of two schools, the delivery of the Parramatta Engineering Innovation Hub at the geographical heartland of Sydney, the successful restructure of research with positive outcomes and impact and significant partnerships including with the Powerhouse Museum and Sydney Opera House. Mike has also developed and led WSU’s strategy in Europe and UK with the establishment of key partnerships with Universities and research/policy institutions, and led the academic development of Micro-Credentials for construction in collaboration with TAFE and industry – the first in Australia.

Originally an Integrated Systems Engineer, Mike specialised in Advanced Manufacturing and New Product Development, exploring new ways of designing, delivering and optimising approaches to successful project and programme delivery within a number of sectors including nuclear, steel, telecoms, construction, health and others. Prior to WSU Mike was Dean of the School of Art, Design and Architecture at the University of Huddersfield and Head of the School of the Built Environment (SoBE) at the University of Salford, where he led the 2008 RAE return which resulted in Salford ranked the No1 Research Power University in Architecture and Built Environment.

Mike has taught in product design and development, manufacturing and production systems, lean construction/manufacturing/healthcare, requirements management, among other subject areas. He has been involved in more than £25m of research across many funding agencies in the UK and Europe.

He was an Academic Director for the £11M EPSRC funded interdisciplinary IMRC in Health and Care Infrastructures Research and Innovation Centre (HaCIRIC) and was previously the Director of the £8M EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council) Salford Centre for Research and Innovation (SCRI) in the built and human environment. Mike has published more than 240 academic referred papers, industrial reports and three books, one of which in Healthcare infrastructure. His current research is around Healthcare infrastructure and better decision making in complex settings, following an outcomes/benefits based philosophy – benefits realisation. He is also working in diverse areas, such as living labs, location based and project planning, decision making, BIM and automated regulation capture and benefits realisation.

Mike frequtly actas research proposal reviewer for all major UK research councils and has participated and lead international reviews in Civil Engineering in Holland and Greece and have reviewed proposals for EU, Denmark and other countries. Mike is board member of the Global Leadership Forum in Construction Engineering Management, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Fellow of the Royal Society in New South Wales (AUS) and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management.

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Kate Cheyne joined De Montfort University in 2020 as the Head of the newly formed School of Arts, Design and Architecture. She is a qualified architect, educated at Glasgow School of Art and The Bartlett, UCL. She worked in architectural practices in London, Israel and Sri Lanka, predominantly focussing on healthcare and housing projects, before co-founding and jointly directing the femaleled, award-winning practice, Architects in Residence, (AiR). In 2010, Kate worked with Development Workshop France in Haiti, as consultants to Save the Children USA, designing transitional schools that incorporated safer construction methods.

In 2011, she moved her practice knowledge into research and education, where she is exploring cultural landscapes, rural industries and, through their growth and adaptation, spatial and material innovation for a rural condition. A particular focus has been with an inter-disciplinary research group evaluating the textile industry and the potential for novel woven materials within the built environment, that can sense strain and movement.

The impact of her leadership in teaching was acknowledged by being awarded a Higher Education Academy Senior Fellowship (SFHEA). She retains external practice-based links through sitting on Planning Design Review Panels. She is a member of the Standing Conference of Heads of Schools of Architecture (SCHOSA), a board member of RIBA Validation Boards for UK based and International visits and an invited external examiner in a number of institutions ensuring she remains ahead of academic trends within the subject of Architecture.

Kate’s research interests developed out of her fifteen year s in architectural practice leading on the use of prefabricated building systems combined with spatial and material innovation. Having worked in a diverse multi-disciplinary studio, from fashion designers to structural engineers and furniture makers to steel fabricators, she learnt the value of interdisciplinary thinking to evolving new design processes that can lead to alternative social and architectural propositions.

KATE CHAYNE Head of art design and humanities

Much of her current design research deals with the possibilities of textiles as a viable building material (Tresses, 2009, Fabrikate, 2010, Seismic Shifts, 2011-2017, Strung Out, 2016). Within her teaching she embeds her research that addresses Cultural Landscapes, in particular, the relationship between local materials, growth of rural manufacture and vibrant rural communities (Haiti, 2010, ‘The Isle of Slingers’ 2013, ‘Ducks-a-dabbling’, 2014, ‘Village Factory’ 2014, ‘Blueprints for Future Factories’, 2017, ‘The Makers’ Nursery’, 2018).

Kate’s material investigations, in collaboration with Glenn Longden-Thurgood, have been tested as full scale prototype structures, through students’ End of Year Show (Rammed Chalk, 2011, Bent Coppiced Beams, 2012, Reciprocating Grid Structures, 2013, Bundled & Lashed Joints, 2017).

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TALK OVERVIEW: In my presentation, “Share a Project with Us,” I will guide the audience through my novel utilization of materials and technology within the realm of Building Information Modelling (BIM). I’ll share how I harnessed plastic, paper waste, and agricultural waste bio composites to develop building insulation, maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability throughout. My previous BIM projects served as a wellspring of inspiration, driving me to explore ecologically conscious solutions that not only foster collaboration but also heighten efficiency and improve design outcomes.

Farres Yasser Senior Lecturer

I’ll also delve into the role of life cycle analysis (LCA) within the BIM framework. Emphasizing the significance of carbon values and presenting fully life cycle assessed products, like those within software such as Revit, I’ll elucidate how BIM becomes a powerful tool for eco-aware decision-making. Along the way, I’ll candidly discuss the challenges I’ve encountered, providing insights into the intricacies of sustainable construction practices and the invaluable lessons learned from my experiences.

BIO: Farres is a Senior Lecturer, Researcher and professional in Architecture and the environment with a keen focus on sustainable development, comprehensive design, and educational outreach. His work is guided by his motto, “E.C.O.”, which encapsulates the three main areas of his expertise.

Experiment based research: Farres conducts experiments and simulations to enhance the performance and sustainability of various materials, products, and systems. His PhD research developed retrofit-friendly thermal insulation from agro-waste fibres. His approach combines simple technologies with advanced machinery, catering to both affluent and less privileged environments.Communal collaborative: Farres creates solutions that are functional, aesthetic, and mindful of the social, economic, and environmental aspects of the context and stakeholders. He has analysed and improved the thermal comfort of various housing types, such as informal settlements in Egypt using waste. He collaborates with researchers and practitioners from diverse disciplines to ensure a holistic approach to design.

For the finale, in the section on “BIM and AI,” I will explore the philosophical frontier of technology. I’ll expound on how artificial intelligence (AI) can amplify sustainability efforts within architecture and engineering. We’ll contemplate the objectivity and transparency AI brings when applied to vast data sources, elucidating its role in the advancement of BIM for sustainable design. We’ll ponder the ways in which AI can catalyse the evolution of our careers and academic endeavours toward more eco-conscious architectural and engineering practices, fostering collaborative, comprehensive, and community-driven designs as pillars of sustainable progress.

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Matt Blakeley Regional Director

BIO: RIBA is a charity and global professional body promoting architecture and providing a range of experiences across the world for architects, students and those interested in the built environment.

From our UK bases at RIBA North in Liverpool and the Iconic HQ at 66 Portland Place we run a global program of engagement to promote the Profession of Architecture, showcase the very best talent, champion innovation and lead key debates on policy and the future of our built Environment.

Finally, we will bring to life the range of grassroots activity happening across the RIBA network in the Central Region. The RIBA team in the West Midlands, East Midlands, and East, manage a great deal of activity across this area linking in closely with our branch network and tireless volunteers.

The RIBA has a broad reach and is a powerful champion for design led thinking in our built environment.

In this session Matt will guide you through the work RIBA is currently undertaking across its broad ranging scope including campaigns on Climate Change, Future Architects, and Building and Fire Safety. He will also explore the international reach of the RIBA, touch on the extensive Awards program run by RIBA as well which flows from student competitions and regional building awards through to the Stirling Prize.

Please join us and hear what the RIBA could do for you.

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NIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

Outreach through teaching: Farres shares has been sharing his knowledge and experience through teaching and publishing for over 11 years. He has developed his own modules in urban planning and design, design studios, materials use and design, product design, working drawings, and innovative material selection. His strategies for insulation and passive heating and cooling technologies have been widely recognised. His publications and competition participations showcase his research and design outcomes with a focus on creative sustainable solutions for the built environment.

utomated Data Driven Design

Rakesh Mistry

Allister Lewis

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ADDD is developing the world’s first Construction Tech Marketplace to help construction professionals to search, test, report on, and purchase seamlessly AEC software to assist the construction industry to design and build faster with digital solutions. The Construction Technology (ConTech) marketplace for software solutions will provide innovative solutions to digitise the industry to be faster, more productive, and more profitable.

TALK OVERVIEW: How BIM and technology has helped processes within construction and how the role of the Architect has developed.

How BIM has helped map out existing listed buildings to protect and enhance the built environment.

BIO: An alumni of De Montfort University, Rakesh is a qualified Architect with 15 years of experience in Architecture. Having worked for several prestigious practices in Manchester, Leeds and London, including AHR and Arcadis, Rakesh went on to set up m83 Associated Ltd in 2015 from his parents’ attick bedroom.

Using a number of case studies over the last 20 years Rakesh will explain how BIM is vital in the industry and what the future holds.

Projects include the design and delivery of 9 Learning Centres in Knowsley by AHR Architects. Various commercial schemes including the refurbishment of a restaurant in Manchester. The fit out of a building for a local charity in Manchester, Feed My City. Works to the Bettys Taylor, Ilkley and York and how BIM was used in the development. A dilapidated Grade II listed building in Bradford. An extension to an existing primary school in West London.

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Rakesh will join BIM in Leicester 2024 event to share his experience and knowledge on BIM in small practices. He has worked for many years with the local community after relocating to Manchester city centre in 2016 to diversify workloads by carrying out internal fit out work for several companies, adopting BIM principles. His clients include Transport for Greater Manchester and WeWork.

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The idea of the marketplace has grown out of an Airtable database of 750 AEC software solutions. This has been used as the basis to establish relationships with Generative Design software companies initially.

Allister Lewis is an Architect, BIM Manager and the founder of Automated Data Driven Design. Allister is the founder of Automated Data Driven Design (www.addd.io) which is a specialist in new software for Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC). He is a passionate advocate of digital design in the construction industry and the opportunity that this offers to be leaner, more productive, and more efficient. The ADD Marketplace will be the central resource for AEC software in the future.

The idea has developed from my experience as an architect, BIM Manager and my unrivalled database of 700 AEC software solutions which will form the basis of the platform. AEC software is expanding fast and an effective system to search, test, report, and make decisions is required. A marketplace for this software would be helpful to test and then purchase the software seamlessly is needed.

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In his current position, James collaborates with a talented team, collectively driving improvements in design methodology through technology. This effort is not about grand gestures but rather the consistent, thoughtful application of digital solutions to enhance architectural practice. James’ approach to digital transformation is characterised by a pragmatic but determined commitment to progress, reflecting the evolving nature of the architectural industry.

TALK OVERVIEW: The climate crisis we find ourselves in requires action to reduce emissions on a global scale. With the construction industry being a large contributor, it needs to put in an effort that is proportionate to it’s share. Having been aware of operational carbon emissions for a long time and having put measures in place to reduce them, the time has come to look at its often overlooked counterpart – embodied carbon, so completing the picture of the whole life cycle carbon assessments through all project life cycle stages. Of course, operational carbon is not going away anywhere and still needs to be carefully considered and tackled in this balancing game.

ECTORWORKS

Architectural Engineer

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As part of this concerted global effort to reduce emissions, technology has the role to enable the process and give designers intuitive, easy to use tools that are complementary to their main work. By providing them, it widens the spectrum of designers joining the cause and underpins a widespread adoption of sustainable practices. This in turn leads to initiatives being translated into policies and sustainable design becoming business as usual. Technology can shape the way forward for the industry, but it needs to do so understanding what their user base needs and how it operates.

As Architectural Engineer, Luka has worked on a number of UK office and residential-based projects of varying scales, taking on architectural and technical design across the design and construction stages of projects.

He has also worked internationally on projects ranging from design competition entries, EXPO exhibition design, and interior design.

With a longstanding passion for sustainable architecture, Luka has been involved in research projects on energy modelling which resulted in conference presentations, webinars, university projects, and participation in buildingSMART’s International Expert Panel for Information Delivery Manual (IDM) Development for Building Energy Modelling (BEM). His interest in embodied carbon has led him to create a calculator for the assessment of carbon emissions directly from a BIM model. As a senior architecture industry specialist at Vectorworks, Luka is responsible for all architectural matters. He has frequent meetings with practices, consulting or providing CPDs, optimising workflows for users, and providing feedback to the software development team.

The presentation will look at how digital tools can automate previously manual processes and increased incentives it provided to designers to assess carbon emissions, as well as some of the feedback from designers using these tools on live projects. This is then taken as a backdrop to argue the case for the importance of the role technology can play in future action designers and construction industry as a whole will need to jointly take to reduce emissions and do their part in a global effort to combat climate change effects.

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This presentation delves into the evolving realm of digital architecture, highlighting the integration and potential of artificial intelligence (AI) alongside established software like Building Information Modelling (BIM).

It addresses how BIM, while groundbreaking in theory, has not completely bridged the gap between its promised potential and its practical application in architectural practices. This discrepancy highlighting the need for software tools to advance and embrace new technologies.

James Yeomans Director of Digital Innovation

James is a UK-qualified architect with an educational background from De Montfort University, Oxford Brookes University, and Birmingham City University. His early career was grounded in practical experience, working on-site with several well-known UK architectural practices. This phase of his career provided him with valuable insights into the architectural field, laying a solid foundation for his future endeavours.

The talk focuses on the necessity for architects and designers to both expect and facilitate more from their software, particularly through the incorporation of AI. With AI, architectural tools can become more responsive, efficient, and capable of adapting to complex design challenges, thus narrowing the divide between design ideation and execution. The presentation advocates for a collaborative approach, urging professionals to actively engage with software vendors and AI experts.

Such cooperation is essential for crafting digital tools that meet the intricate demands of contemporary architecture.

Transitioning from hands-on architectural roles, James developed a keen interest in the digital aspects of design and management. At Howells, he has taken on a pivotal role in overseeing digital design, business systems, and IT, contributing significantly to the firm’s digital transformation. His focus is on the strategic implementation of technology in both projects and internal processes, nurturing the great ideas of Howells design studios.

Emphasising the role of AI, the discussion explores how AI’s application can revolutionise design processes, improve resource management, and offer better predictive analysis in architectural projects. It invites architects to participate in the evolution of these tools, ensuring they are technologically sophisticated and relevant to the ever-changing needs of the built environment.

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Luka Stefanovic

TALK OVERVIEW:

BIO:

Dr Mersha Afab

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Dr Iryna Yeveseyva

DMU Co-investigator, Dr. Iryna Yevseyeva, is an expert in quantitative approaches to decision-making and multicriteria decision-making. Her research on measuring the influence power needed for behavioural change will be of value for measuring and quantifying readiness given collected variables and identified criteria and metrics. She has worked in interdisciplinary large teams, e.g., in the Choice Architecture for Cyber Security (CHAISE), a project part of the Research Institute for Sociotechnical Cyber Security (RISCS) as a leading research associate, collaborating closely with cyber psychologists and ensuring the completion of deliverables.

BIO: The Loughborough University Co-investigator, Dr. Mey Goh, is Reader in Transdisciplinary Digital Manufacturing at the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering.

Her research interests concern the role of people within future digitalised manufacturing systems. Her work aims to create the knowledge and understanding required to enable the adoption and sustained use of industrial digital technologies. She leads Loughborough University’s contribution to the Made Smarter Innovation: Centre on PeopleLed Digitalisation. She brings expertise in uncertainty analysis, machine learning, informatics, knowledge management, and access to the Made Smarter Innovation: Centre for People-Led Digitalisation industry network.

Dr Mey Goh

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TALK OVERVIEW: The project PI, Dr. Mersha Aftab has expert knowledge in using empathy as a method to extract ‘what’ a person is thinking (implicit knowledge) and doing (tacit skills) and generating a representative perspective on what is going on inside peoples’ minds (Mersha & Robert, 2016). She also leads the international Design-led Transformation Network, which brings together the private, public and education sectors to understand the role of empathy in transformation.

The DMU Co-investigator, Dr. Iryna Yevseyeva, is an expert in quantitative approaches to decision-making and multicriteria decision-making. Her research on measuring the influence power needed for behavioural change will be of value for measuring and quantifying readiness given collected variables and identified criteria and metrics. She has worked in interdisciplinary large teams, e.g., in the Choice Architecture for Cyber Security (CHAISE), a project part of the Research Institute for Sociotechnical Cyber Security (RISCS) as a leading research associate, collaborating closely with cyber psychologists and ensuring the completion of deliverables.

The Loughborough University Co-investigator, Dr. Mey Goh, is Reader in Transdisciplinary Digital Manufacturing at the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering.

Her research interests concern the role of people within future digitalised manufacturing systems. Her work aims to create the knowledge and understanding required to enable the adoption and sustained use of industrial digital technologies. She leads Loughborough University’s contribution to the Made Smarter Innovation: Centre on People-Led Digitalisation. She brings expertise in uncertainty analysis, machine learning, informatics, knowledge management, and access to the PLD industry network.

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Dr. Mersha Aftab has expert knowledge in using empathy as a method to extract ‘what’ a person is thinking (implicit knowledge) and doing (tacit skills) and generating a representative perspective on what is going on inside peoples’ minds (Mersha & Robert, 2016). She also leads the international Design-led Transformation Network, which brings together the private, public and education sectors to understand the role of empathy in transformation.

TALK OVERVIEW:

Alberto Gonzalez

Thomas Hopkins

Architect, Educator, Researcher

Director

Join us as we embark on an enlightening journey through the entire spectrum of Building Information Modeling (BIM), specifically tailored for small business owners. This talk will provide insights into the conceptionto-delivery process, drawing inspiration from example projects run within the office. We will unravel the intricacies inherent in design development and delivery, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs faced in realworld projects. The dynamic journey from initial conception to the final delivery will be unveiled, showcasing the transformative power of BIM in the architectural landscape.

Our discussion will thoroughly explore the advantages and disadvantages of employing Revit within small businesses, delving into its systematic and parametric setup, as well as tracking and project management. We’ll delve into the nuances of concept generation and potential challenges in the modeling process. Small business owners will benefit from an in-depth exploration of our in-house process, taking you through concept design to detailed BIM models. We’ll touch upon traditional methods, including hand drawings and physical models, alongside the integration of 3D modeling software such as Maya, Rhino, and Grasshopper, facilitated by Revit linking software like Rhino Inside Revit and MKS Beam. The lecture will impart practical knowledge on BIM set-up and delivery, encompassing various techniques such as automated survey data importing, 3D scanning integration, project templates, standardizing systems and templates, and the effective utilization of additional plugins for efficient drawing management. We will finally touch on the power of integrated visualizations, featuring illustrative examples from our projects portfolio.

BIO:

TALK OVERVIEW: From Micro to Macro: BIM as an Analysis Tool for Generative Design,” where innovation converges with the integration of AI models. This exploration leads you through a seamless progression, starting from cellular Automata codes, applying different AI models in a progessive approach from 2d to 3d, and culminating in the domain of Building Information Modeling (BIM), introducing an incremental level of detail to architectural design, enhancing the entire creative workflow. In this lecture, we will integrate the role of AI as a catalyst, intricately refining results coming from generative design, translating the sometimes inherent complexity of 2D patterns into a harmonious integration of AI towards a possible integration with BIM technologies, reshaping the methodology of architectural exploration but also amplifies the expressive potential within this innovative intersection of detail and design.

BIO: Alberto Fernández González is an architect, educator and researcher from the University of Chile and The Bartlett. His awards include UIA Venice Biennale Celeb Cities 3, Archiprix International, Architizer Future of Shade and Holcim Award Next Generation. Recognised as the Best Young Chilean Architect in 2009, he is currently a lecturer (Teaching), PhD candidate at UCL, and an advisory board member of the journal Perspectives. His research is funded by ANID, UCL and UCH, exploring the application of Cellular Automata in architecture. He is a SIGraDi board member as Director of Education. Also, he co-founded DigitalFUTURES Spanish and Rational Energy Architects, studying the intersection of AI, solar energy, VR participatory design and self-generated spaces.

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Thomas is a Franco-Welsh Architect and Designer who practices in London. hopkins design is a design and architecture studio, based in South London, that specialises in sustainability through digital design and fabrication with a sensitivity to communities and traditional craft. Our approach to design is one of sculpture and oetics, bridging advanced design and manufacturing tools with craftsmanship. We sculpt landscapes, buildings and objects that hope to touch and connect people with the environment they live in.

Prior to leading Hopkins Design, Thomas developed invaluable experience across cultural, residential and infrastructure sectors, alongside AwardWinning practice Grimshaw Architects. His most recent experience has been focused on residential and commercial office space architecture here in London and across Europe. His independent work has been exhibited multiple times at the Royal Academy (RA) Summer Show and published internationally in the AJ and other platforms.

Embark on this discourse with us as we decode the potential of BIM specifically tailored for small practice owners.

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he Bartlett

Alongside his professional work, Thomas runs a Masters Digital Design Group at the University of Westminster, that specialises in the discussion between digital & analogue systems.

TALK OVERVIEW: Our talk will follow the guidance as follows but can be adapted to suit: Brief Introduction about us what we do and how we operate.

Where we currently sit within the industry.

Where to get started?

Diana Chirescu

Jordan Kirkham

BIM & IM Specialist

Director

How we implemented BIM into the business?

How we grew our company through the utilisation of BIM?

BIO: TALK OVERVIEW:

I am an Architect and BIM/IM Specialist with Architype. As a BIM expert, I joined Architype in 2020 and I’m currently working on several Information Management projects across Scotland, including Maybury Primary School in Edinburgh and Beeslack High School in Midlothian.

Overall construction strategies have led to government initiatives supporting Information Management and Sustainability as separate threads working towards the same goal, a better-quality built environment that responds and improves daily life. My proposal through this presentation is to highlight the links between the two threads and the opportunities these links bring.

Architype

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I have a particular interest in how low-energy design strategies can be adapted to public sector building standards, as well as how the implementation of digital construction can drive and improve quality in accordance with those standards. I have previously worked on education and transport projects of different scales across Scotland. Before that, I worked on several large-scale international sports developments and education buildings, most to ISO19650 or BIM Level 2 standards. Highly experienced in project BIM Manager and BIM Coordinator roles, I focus on developing schemes in Revit to ISO19650 standards, which has brought significant project efficiencies and quality improvements.

Sustainability is integrated as a core driver in many strategy documents developed for large clients, most often in the Project Information Requirements. Design phase goals, construction phase goals, in-use goals and each can be set, tracked, validated, and help achieve the sustainability goals of the project and organisation. In this talk, I would like to underline the potential to expand the use of IM further in defining asset management requirements and developing models that allow tracking building performance throughout the building life cycle.

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Jordan Kirkham is the accomplished Director of the multi disciplinary practice ICI Architecture Studio based in Alderley Edge Cheshire, bringing a wealth of expertise to the realm of Architectural design. The practice was launched in November 2020 and has since grown to over 250 projects across the UK and internationally.

The challenges of the sector.

The importance of educating the client to see the value of BIM particularly more so for domestic clients but also some developer clients that just want a quick job done.

The practice has won Start up of the Year awards for the West Midlands and also the Construction Sector. We have been shortlisted in the finals for 5 construction awards including Best Architectural Practice in the North West. The practice is involved in a wide range of projects from small domestic extensions through to Theme Park and Leisure Attractions.

The challenges we have faced as a SME business and how we have overcome them.

How businesses can get started in bite size chunks and key points to take away.

ICI Architecture Studio has implemented BIM level 02 from day one allowing all of our clients to see it, and experience it before they commit to it! We invest heavily in new technology and essentially practice what we preach.

Brief Q&A and Options to get in touch post event with any questions afterwards!

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CI Architecture Studio

What is BIM and the different Levels.

Dr Derek Hales

Social Entrepreneur

Architect and philosopher

TALK OVERVIEW: In my forthcoming presentation, I’ll explore the profound impact of merging Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) on our worldview. While briefly acknowledging AI-driven AutoCAD advancements, the central focus will shift to the future of data visualization. I’ll examine how we’re pushing boundaries through a synthesis of scans and AI. The discussion will reveal the transformative synergy of BIM and AI, extending beyond traditional limits. I’ll emphasize the integration of 4D animation, animating static designs and dynamically illustrating project timelines. Without specific mentions, I’ll showcase how intelligent automation reshapes design processes. Furthermore, the talk will highlight the pivotal role of data visualization in this paradigm shift.

Using compelling examples, I’ll illustrate how visualization tools deepen our understanding of intricate project data, fostering informed decisionmaking. Ultimately, the convergence of BIM and AI, along with future integrations like explainable AI and augmented reality, propels us towards a more intricate and interconnected future, revolutionizing our perception of the built environment.

BIO: As a social entrepreneur, I’m dedicated to reshaping societal values, emphasizing experiences over possessions and promoting social and eco-minimalism. I advocate for ethical consumption, pushing for policy changes against biases fueling consumerism. Committed to ensuring food as a basic human right, I work on accessibility, nutritional adequacy, and cultural appropriateness, aiming for a society beyond consumerism.

As a leader, I drive projects aligned with my passion for making the world better. With a fascination for technology since age five, my visionary perspective on digital twins and neurodivergent creativity shape my endeavors. Starting 3D modeling in 1995, I laid the groundwork, delving into AI in 2006 and establishing a CGI company in 2004. We aid architects and the construction industry in digital transformation, consistently leveraging technology for progress.

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BIO: Dr Derek Hales is an architect and philosopher of digital and abstract culture. He is currently a researcher with the MediaCity Immersive Technologies Innovation programme where he leads the architecture XR research strand.

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mersa

Martin Krupnik

This talk speculates on interfaces between architecture, its double (the so-called Digital Twin), and the coming polyspatiality of the metaverse. The talk provides a technological overview and philosophical reflection on the materialities of immersive intelligence.The talk will share our research on converging standards and protocols between digital twins, immersive and web3 technologies.

Derek is Research Fellow in Transdisciplinary Practice with the New Centre for Research & Practice (NCRP 2016-) and (with Professor Neil Spiller) leads the NCRP reflexive architecture 3.0 course. Derek is a guest editor of special issues on Design Fiction for the international peerreviewed journal Digital Creativity on the editorial board for Architecture & Culture.

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Rosey Alexander

Participating in industry events, Rosey has presented at BIM show live in the UK, at Graphisoft Key User Groups and at the Graphisoft annual Technical Seminar in Budapest. She has also contributed to training material including Graphisoft Archicad Workflow guides, in order to share Bond Bryan’s knowledge on the wider stage. In recent years her work has focussed on data visualisation and business intelligence for architectural practice.

Josh Crystal

Head of Operations

TALK OVERVIEW:

Head of Digital

In a multi-sector, multi-disciplinary practice, the challenges of BIMplementation meet at the intersection of Technology, People, Processes and Culture.

BIO:

Bond Bryan have employed a wide range of techniques and will share their knowledge on the successes and challenges of BIM adoption in the practice and the wider industry in the last 15 years.

Rosey is the Head of Operations at Bond Bryan; leading a team of BIM managers, Document Controllers, BIM coordinators and other central staff. Working across the Bond Bryan Studios, she enables project teams to embrace and implement digital technology and processes effectively.

With a detailed knowledge of UK BIM standards and their implications for architectural workflows, Rosey is responsible for the strategic direction of BIM at Bond Bryan. She also oversees practice systems including Bond Bryan’s extensive intranet, database and quality management systems.

As thought-leaders and industry innovators, Bond Bryan have been at the forefront of OpenBIM and interoperability and have contributed to national and international standards and protocols. This is teamed with a bootson-the-ground approach to training staff and engaging with clients and contractors on a project-by-project basis to ensure that we meet the key goals of creating robust and re-usable information, while eliminating time and energy waste.

She has been implementing her knowledge throughout her career to drive organisational change and lead best practice in digital architecture.

Over the years, Rosey has worked closely with clients and stakeholders on a variety of schemes – ensuring that their visions and aspirations for their project are achieved. She works with the project teams to ensure Bond Bryan’s compliance with information protocols throughout the life of a project. Her team also work with clients and contractors to advise on practical implementation of BIM.

Rosey will share some of the practical methods that Bond Bryan have employed, such as bribing staff with biscuits to attend training sessions.

She will also look to the future, sharing the practice’s challenges and goals for the next period as the industry tackles the golden thread and the digital evolution of the construction industry.

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BIO:

TALK OVERVIEW:

As Head of Digital it is Josh’s responsibility to implement and drive the integration of digital construction principles within maber and across the industry. Josh leads mabers’ digital consultancy team in defining and delivering on clients strategic digital requirements; from ISO19650 BIM Compliance to Mixed Reality visualisation and embedded sustainability toolkits.

Maber Associates has developed a virtual reality (VR) experience to better understand how decisions we make in the design of our built environment can affect the experiences of a neurodivergent population. The simulation aims to allow designers, clients & users to experience first hand how those with conditions such as autism, visual impairment and sensory overload might encounter a space.

Originally joining maber in 2014, Josh has a broad range of industry relevant experience which is reflected in a pragmatic approach to delivering digital services. He has also been active in promoting VR / AR in the construction industry across various events in the UK and looks forward to its wider implementation in the industry. Maber is a leading AJ100 Architectural practice and BIM Consultancy with offices and projects across the UK.

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ond Bryan Architects

Rosey leads others in the development of standardised methods of working and quality assurance across the practice, aligned with Bond Bryan’s ethos of continual improvement.

Developed with our in-house Inclusive Design Consultants, the experience aims to demonstrate that there is no ‘perfect’ design when it comes to inclusivity, only that much more could be done in the industry to raise awareness of best practice and policy. By challenging preconceived notions about what disability means and how we can design for it, we hope to improve the quality of the built environment for a neurodiverse population.

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TALK OVERVIEW:

How to make Revit and other software do what you really need, not what you want.

The United Kingdom stands as a global leader in BIM adoption, with a trajectory marked by strategic initiatives and regulatory frameworks.

Emphasis is placed on how government policies, industry collaboration, and standardized protocols have propelled BIM integration across design, construction, and facility management processes. The standards pioneered by the UK process have since formed the bedrock for the international ISO19650 standards, which is leading to emerging adoption elsewhere in the world, such as in Canada.While not mandated at the federal level, BIM adoption in Canada is gaining momentum through provincial initiatives, industry-led efforts, and a growing recognition of the benefits associated with collaborative digital processes, particularly in Ontario and British Columbia.

Dr Melanie Robinson Associate at BIM Academy Women In BIM Regional Lead

BIO: Melanie is an Associate at BIM Academy, specialising in Building Information Modelling (BIM) and information management according to ISO 19650. She is the Digital Strategy Lead for BIM Academy and currently manages a portfolio with a construction value of over £2bn. Melanie won the Insider Media’s Young Property Professional of the Year 2022 and is a BIM Summit BIM Hero. She manages several projects across multiple sectors within the UK and internationally, and works closely with clients to develop bespoke digital strategies for project and asset management.

These different diffusion practices have led to interesting differences in the culture on large infrastructure projects, such as hospitals. This talk will provide insight into how BIM and wider digital practices are being implemented on large healthcare projects, including as part of the UK’s New Hospitals Programme and a large $2.8 billion hospital in British Columbia. The talk will also reflect on the client’s role in digital information management, and how delivery teams are responding to information requirements in an environment rife with talks of digital twins and integrated platforms.

Melanie’s interests include change management, standardisation, and digital collaboration, and also acts as Regional Lead for Newcastle-uponTyne for Women in BIM. She also sits on the Special Interest Group for the Golden Thread for the Building Safety Alliance and the Industry Advisory Board for the School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University.

Finally, Melanie will draw on her own PhD studies and reflect on how the measure of diffusion can often be misleading when considering a concept as complex and nuanced as BIM, linking this to real life project experiences across the globe.

Melanie also holds a PhD from Edinburgh Napier University, which looked into the micro-level factors to an effective macro-level diffusion of BIM, including the gap between perceived and actual efficacy of BIM 41

For many BIM managers out there, there is a constant struggle between keeping ISO standards and quickly producing all kinds of packages of information quickly and accurately.

Angelica Rodriguez BIM Manager

Staff in many companies suffer from being shortsighted, missing the power of the software at hand.There is a big gap between the software knowledge obtained in academia and the software knowledge needed to find a job in an architectural practice and to keep said job.

Learning software such as Revit should focus on creating models that are flexible enough to evolve over time and can hold the information required at each stage. Learning should consider the creation of workflows that make it easier to change design and affect the whole package of information consistently, not how to produce a drawing that looks good now but has been created haphazardly and poorly modelled with the goal of exporting something that looks OK.

BIO: Angelica Rodriguez is a BIM manager with over 20 years of experience in different roles and fields within design and construction. She is passionate about using BIM to make projects better, faster, and more collaborative.

She is Franklin Ellis Architect Revit wizard, someone who is always ready to learn something new. As BIM manager, she’s responsible for developing and implementing BIM standards, training her team on BIM best practices, and overseeing the use of BIM on all projects.

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understanding and skills. She is also an award winning graduate of Edinburgh Napier University’s Architectural Technology programme, having obtained a first-class Honours degree in 2015.

In architectural practices, we encounter many instances of architecture students, younger architects, and technologists, that spend a big amount of time remodeling projects, because of initial “quick and dirty” methods.

Students in their year out and young architects are required to see the software as a tool to achieve what they need and want. Creating Revit models should be approach in the same way BIM intends the industry to build, planning early, using technology and preparing for the future in early stages of all projects.

Angelica believes that BIM is the present and future of the construction industry, and she’s committed to helping her team use it to deliver the best possible results for their clients.

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Paul’s initial exposure to UAVs came in the form of a quad-copter in 2013 where he was working in Oman as a research assistant for Nottingham Trent Univeristy, positioned within the ArCHIAM research group.

Photogrammetry models, 3D prints, animations and videos were produced from previously undocumented tribal settlements of sites located in remote locations.

globally known for his extensive work on ‘urban sustainability’. So far, Ali has published over 400 journal papers, articles, conference papers, book chapters, and reports. To date, he has 23 academic books and more than 4,870 citations. Based on China’s academic index reports 2023, Ali is recognised as the number 8 researcher in Urban Planning and number 13 in Architecture. Ali is also Editor-in-Chief of Springer’s Urban Sustainability (US) book series.

Ali Cheshmezhzangi

TALK OVERVIEW:

This presentation is a sharing session for our forthcoming book on City Information Modelling (CIM). This book project puts together a collection of recent studies related to concepts and trends in CIM, application and digitization processes/methods, and frameworks and practices of CIM. This emerging topic is important to various research and practice under sectors of the built environment, civil engineering, urban planning, urban design, and urban management. CIM aligns well with smart cities, datadriven urban analytics and optimization, information-based city planning, and future development paradigms.

BIO: Prof. Ali Cheshmehzangi is the World’s top 2% field leader for two consecutive years, recognised by Stanford University. At Qingdao City University (QCU), he is Head and Founding Director of the Center for Innovation in Education and Research (CIER), and a Professor in Architecture and Urban Planning. He is also leading the University’s international communications. Ali has five academic degrees and more than 17 years of academic and practice experience. He holds a PhD Degree in Architecture and Urban Design, Master of Architecture in Urban Design, Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, Graduate Degree in Professional Studies in Architecture, and Bachelor Degree in Architecture.

Previously he worked in China, Japan, and the UK. He was a Full Professor in Architecture and Urban Design, Head of the Department of Architecture and Built Environment, Founding Director of the Urban Innovation Lab, Director of Center for Sustainable Energy Technologies, and Interim Director of Digital Design Lab. Ali has held several management and leadership roles for the past 10 years. He is active in research and is

The book “City Information Modelling” provides global case study examples in three parts. At first, the contributors offer several examples of ‘Concepts and Trends’, where CIM is explored further in urban management, urban sustainability, and big data studies. In the second part, the book offers various examples of application and digitization processes or methods related to urban planning and design practices.

In the third part, the contributors delve into several examples of CIM frameworks and practices critical to contemporary research, planning and design paradigms, and future practices. The findings of this collection help direct future research in CIM and suggest opportunities for big-data urban research, integrated urban models, and holistic frameworks in sustainable cities, smart cities, and future cities.

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UAVs for an architectural workflow is an introductory overview with specific use cases for UAVs in architecture. It is often the case that those architectural practices using UAVs do so simply to brighten up a social media content feed. However the capabilities of UAVs extend well beyond this.

Paul MacMahon

TALK OVERVIEW:

Professor in Architecture

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uingdao City University

As UAV tech was new to rail, time was invested in market cultivation, showcasing and testing applications and use cases specific to rail while navigating many of the industries idiosyncrasies and established administrative systems.

Architectural Designer

Much of the construction industry, including on the railway, has long since picked up upon the added value but other sectors are still lagging behind.

Use cases specific to an architectural workflow will be highlighted, along with an outline of general aviation constraints, hardware & software requirements and where this can plug into a pre-existing architectural workflows to provide added value to clients.

BIO: Paul is a practising architectural designer with 10 years experience as a UAV operator and data processor. Paul spent time leading a team on the Railway, where only 4 companies were legally permitted access to conduct aerial operations over railway infrastructure nationally.

Utilising these methods will help de-risk projects at a range of stages.

Feasibility studies, planning applications, contract administration and valuations can all be significantly informed by input from aerial survey work.

Paul trained additional UAV pilots and data processors, growing the team and expanding in house capabilities. Paul also developed up QA systems and workflow methodologies to streamline and optimise the processes, from initial enquiry through to data delivery.Data was often captured in complex, high risk and challenging environments all over the UK and dealt frequently with the CAA and other regulatory bodies.

Data captured can be processed into detailed dense point clouds, providing a linkable & accurate scale model specifically for BIM. Accurately captured georeferenced datasets are incredibly useful and will often include ortho-rectified mosaic imagery, digital elevation models, 3d solid meshes and more. Other deliverables includes 2D lined work for contours & site sections, animated annotated models but the critical aspect is where and when should these applications be introduced to a project.

Clients included Network Rail, LNER, Historic England, Murphys Group, Jacobs and others. Applications varied, from detailed close-prox visual inspection work through to the entire digitisation of large complex structures such as Abbey’s & Viaducts.

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Point Labs

Aleksander Gill

Denisa Osacenco

Founding Director

Co-founder

BIO: BIO:

ARAMETRIX

Aleks, the founder of Parametrix, is a dynamic force in the UK’s construction and facility maintenance sectors, known for his innovative application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) tools. His career transitioned from aiding architectural firms in adopting building information processes to fulfilling a government mandate, to launching his own start-up. This venture has evolved into a leading BIM consultancy, specializing in new construction project management and Scan-to-BIM for existing structures.

TALK OVERVIEW: Are you curious about the capabilities of AI in comprehending architectural structures? Join us as our founder delves into the cutting-edge academic research and innovative developments in automated point cloud feature recognition. This talk will explore the challenges and breakthroughs in working with 3D file formats, a critical frontier for machine learning enthusiasts.

His current focus lies in integrating artificial intelligence into construction workflows, with an ambitious goal to automate surveying processes. This initiative aims to refine surveying efficiency and precision, particularly in producing asset information models. Aleks’ involvement at the conference brings a unique perspective, combining technological innovation with industry expertise, poised to offer valuable insights into the future of construction and maintenance.

We will shed light on how a small, local business is harnessing AI to classify point clouds, revolutionizing the delivery of asset information models. This session promises an honest discourse, covering the successes, challenges, and complexities of automating labor-intensive tasks in surveying and design. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of AI in building design and surveying.

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Denisa graduated with a BA(Hons) in Architecture at Birmingham City University, England in 2019. After a journey of development and collaboration with architects, engineers and artists, she moved and established herself as lead architectural design and visualisation in Upper Austria at Akzent immobilien.In the couple years spent in Austria, leading the department, she dived into the complexity of the 3D space and virtual reality to augment this side of the industry from an architectural point of view. Therefore, building her experience in 3D softwares and real-time render engines to be able to create a new work angle for an architectural designer. Denisa is disrupting the conservative architecture and construction engineering industry by combining multiple tools to achieve efficiency, quality, and high immersion, enabling clients to make fast changes and iterations.Creative, determined and skilful since a teenager, with a passion for freehand architectural drawing and (hand) technical drafting, she developed in the years to come a particular interest in design that combines the traditional architectural principles with art, tech and science.Her portfolio includes diverse traditional and virtual architectural projects for corporate clients and academia, as well as art related work.

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oint Labs

Commencing from November 2022, the global landscape has witnessed a swift proliferation of Chat GPT and analogous generative AI tools.

This surge has elicited a nuanced blend of optimism and apprehension concerning humanity’s trajectory. Whether perceived as disconcerting or captivating, an undeniable convergence between human and artificial intelligences is presently unfolding. Amidst this discourse, a pivotal facet often overlooked holds sway over the future of arts, culture, and science: Despite the escalating relevance of AI and its proficiency in mimicking human communication, emotion, and artistic expression, its evolution remains intricately tethered to the established foundations of knowledge.

Simultaneously, the construction industry is undergoing a transformative evolution, propelled by advancements in supporting technologies.

Notably, the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) stands out as a significant stride forward. BIM empowers architects, engineers, and contractors to craft and manage digital representations of building projects, thereby revolutionising the entire project life cycle.

To comprehend the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence on BIM, it is imperative to assess the current state of BIM technology. BIM has already reshaped the landscape of construction projects by facilitating collaborative platforms for stakeholders to share information and collaborate in real-time. However, despite its transformative potential, there are inherent limitations, notably the absence of automation and optimization.

The Bright Future: Integration of AI with BIM: With the integration of Artificial Intelligence into BIM, the future takes on a more promising hue. AI augments BIM’s capabilities, addressing existing limitations and opening avenues for enhanced automation and optimization. This synergy holds the potential to redefine how construction projects are conceived, planned, and executed, paving the way for unprecedented efficiency and innovation.

In this dynamic era marked by the coalescence of generative AI and BIM technology, the trajectory of human endeavours in arts, culture, and construction is undergoing a profound transformation. As these two realms converge, the careful consideration of their implications becomes paramount. It is through understanding the symbiotic relationship between human ingenuity and technological innovation that we can navigate the intricate landscape that lies ahead.

Chetwoods

Sagal Robbie

TALK OVERVIEW: At Chetwoods we are now using cutting-edge technology to measure human emotional responses to building design. No other architectural practice is currently undertaking this initiative.

Michael Hudson Digital Strategy Expert

Historically architects have only been able to use their experience and intuition to predict how a design will work and could only validate their assumptions in the physical world once the project is constructed. But at Chetwoods we are utilising cutting-edge digital technologies to make the design process more effective.

Our research programme is currently recording, analysing and understanding human emotional responses to building and space design.

We are using this analysis to guide the design of current schemes.

We are undertaking this study because we want to capture and measure wellbeing and identify how the design of buildings can enhance happiness and create a positive and more healthy experience for users of the space.

We believe this research will be transformative for the design of a more sustainable built environment by reducing the need to redesign and adapt buildings further down the line once a scheme has already been constructed.

BIO: As a digital strategy coordinator at Chetwoods, Sagal Rooble is a member of the Works team who champion the digital delivery of schemes and use innovative technology to create more sustainable architecture with a measurable, positive impact on human well-being and the environment.

Simultaneously, Sagal is pursuing a PhD in emotional response to architectural design at the University of Wolverhampton which is a field she is extremely interesting in progressing. With extensive experience across the construction industry, Sagal has worked on diverse projects including specialising in digital surveying, project automation, design delivery, BIM and digital twins.

Also, as designers we do not want users to feel ‘neutral’ about our spaces.

We want to inspire, excite, provide comfort and more. This technology will allow us to achieve this.

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During his time as a design architect, Michael successfully used BIM tools to deliver award-winning buildings. Yet for every data-rich federated model produced, his clients rarely used the information after practical completion. Since joining CBRE, Michael has been working with building occupiers to lift the lid on the complex reasons why BIM isn’t being leveraged in operation. In this presentation he will discuss the challenges and opportunities of smart buildings and digital experience, and he will posit a future-state where BIM will become the foundation of next generation of AI optimised real estate.

Michael is a digital strategy consultant for CBRE, which is the world’s largest real estate company. He originally trained as an architect and has been a design tutor at several universities. About 5 years ago he decided to put down his Rotring pen to focus on leading digital transformation on major built environment projects. He has had key advisory roles for clients ranging from the Houses of Parliament to Heathrow Airport. His most recent project has been the global digital building strategy for the company responsible for world’s best known search engine.

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Mike Loeke Senior BIM Technician

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TALK OVERVIEW:

A current PhD student with a MSc degree in BIM integrated Construction as well as BSc (Hons) in Architecture Design Technology (CIAT).

As an approach of spreading and adopting the entirety of BIM within a country’s market (macro diffusion) or an organisation (Micro diffusion), BIM diffusion is required as a collaborative process with specialised BIM participants and BIM requirements that enlightens how various contributors can be categorised to facilitate the measuring and planning on projects after the Point of Adoption.

As a Senior BIM Technician in building services with over 5 years’ experience and over 7 year in architecture, Mike manages BIM projects coordination, federations, as well as outputs throughout the RIBA plan of work process to deliver efficient results. Being involved in large projects nationally and internationally covering projects in: facility management / planning, pharmaceutical & research, health care, commercial, residential, education, sport & leisure, accommodation, retail, mix use, government and Industrial.

As the demand for BIM and collaborations increases globally, it is of great importance to establish effective implementation requirements and effort from clients or through government mandates or else, the BIM diffusion process will fail in delivering efficient deliverables.

He has the ambition to contribute to knowledge and implement digital construction (BIM) in developed and developing countries via education and practices to facilitate the cohesion of efficient construction economically and sustainably.

As a result, it is important to understand the requirements and the roles each industry contributors play to tailor an effective BIM diffusion structure which will deliver successful Macro BIM benefits within a country.

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MARK LINETON: Mark Lineton is the BIM Development Manager at Foster + Partners. After graduating from Nottingham Trent Universities Architectural Technology course in 2017, Mark re-joined Foster + Partners having previously worked as an intern in the practice. His experience is firmly rooted in project delivery, including the utilisation of BIM. He is now responsible for the inception, creation, and delivery of key strategic directives for the practices BIM aspirations.

Megan Sobczyk

TALK OVERVIEW:

BIM Operations Manager

Our talk ‘BIM at Foster + Partners’ aims to provide an insight into the way in which the BIM team works within the practice. We will discuss some of the unique aspects of the business, including our use of digital technologies within the design teams. This has been a critical aspect for us because, as a design led practice, we always consider design at the heart of everything we do. Additionally, we will also focus heavily on the role the BIM team has played within a large multi-disciplinary organisation.

We will provide and insight to our tailored approach to Sustainability in order to provide fast and reactive reporting for design teams. This has only been possible through the cross collaboration of multiple teams, including our in-house computational team. They have been essential in the accessible creation of these workflows.

Mark Lineton BIM Development Manager

As a global business, we will discuss some of the market expectations and how they have matured in a relatively short space of time. This will both be from client perspectives but additionally with government/country directives. Supporting our global presence, we will talk about how we adapted to the opportunities and changes ISO 19650 brought to us.

MEGAN SOBCZYK: Megan Sobczyk is an architect and BIM Operations Manager at Foster + Partners. Shortly after graduating from Cracow University of Technology, she moved to London where she gained experience and acute understanding of the design process of various schemes ranging from concept design to completion. She joined Foster+Partners BIM Management team in 2015. Passionate about sustainable design and efficient workflows, she’s been driving BIM implementation on major projects in various studios which lead her to managing the practice BIM team in her current role for the past four years.

We will also be highlighting Foster + Partners commitment to the enrichment of early careers within the industry, through our BIM internship scheme. It provides an opportunity to gain experience through continuous training and mentoring surrounded by industry professionals. With one eye on the future, we will discuss the opportunities a Digital model has created but also, what it potentially holds in the near future.

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Jens Kaarsholm Director of Design Technology

TALK OVERVIEW: Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has successfully been using building information modeling (BIM) for many years on some significant and complex projects.

But it’s been a bumpy ride at times, involving multiple BIM platforms being used in a rapidly growing company. Having gone from being a 60-person firm back in 2010 to employing more than 600 people as a large global organization 10 years later, BIG had to have a solid strategy in place. This was one of the main reasons why the company decided to streamline the BIM procedures back in 2018 and focus on Revit software as the primary BIM platform. This meant a major switch in the Copenhagen office, and a complete restructuring of the BIM setup. In this talk, we’ll take you on that journey, and share some of the thoughts, steps, and developments that happened to make the switch as smooth as possible. In this talk, we’ll explore the implementation strategy and look into the machine room at BIG, and we’ll mix it up with some good stories and a series of case studies along the way.

BIO: Jens Majdal Kaarsholm, Director of Design Technology at BIG, is an experienced professional in the fields of architecture and technology.

Having worked as dedicated BIM professional for more than a decade, Jens have been involved in various large scale projects around the planet, as well as the implementation of BIM in leading architectural companies such as BIG and Foster and Partners. Jens have always kept a very openminded approach to BIM in architecture, with an aim to give the architects as much freedom as possible, and to implement BIM without hindering the design process if possible. Jens brings a yes-hat attitude to most problems and projects, always aiming to find good solutions to complex problems, even if that sometimes requires creative workarounds.

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Nelli Denisova

Zaha Hadid Architects has been at the forefront of architecture, art and design for 45 years. Internationally renowned for dynamic and groundbreaking projects, the firm constantly navigates the challenges of delivering high-complexity designs by pushing the boundaries of the software capabilities and workflows.

Designer

To design, develop and successfully deliver innovative projects, the office utilises a wide range of software tools which are integrated into streamlined BIM workflows. With projects varying from high-end residential to cultural and infrastructure, it’s important to find the right software selection based on the specific project requirements.

BIO: After graduating with Masters in Mechanical engineering from UCL Nelli was invited to join Zaha Hadid Architects to work on the implementation of CATIA/3D Experience platform as a BIM software.

Having been in the office for more than 5 years Nelli is now driving the facade development of large scale international projects, adapting early stage design models to fully parametric digital tweens. Her diverse background and specialisation has been critical for setting up best practices and workflows between all the different software tools used in the office to achieve complex project requirements.

Among the tools in ZHA’s arsenal is the 3D Experience software, which is originating from Catia - a powerful CAD software widely used in the automotive and aeronautical industries. Evolving into a cloud-based platform with project lifecycle management and BIM capabilities, Zaha Hadid Architects stand out as one of the few firms to seamlessly integrate this software into their workflows. The company leverage its versatile parametric capabilities as part of a wider BIM workflow for one of the most exciting buildings currently under construction in China and explores its potential as a full-fledged BIM platform through a special collaboration on a civil project in Taiwan.

Some of the recent projects include Danjiang Bridge (Taipei, Taiwan), Navi Mumbai Airport (India) and OPPO Headquarters (Shenzhen, China), which have been successfully delivered through the versatile BIM workflows.

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During this presentation we will show how the studio is organised nowadays, with its 3 core digital domains, Immersive Media, Ge-Code and BIM, being fundamental in every project we take on-board. As opposition to other important practices where these domains, along with some others, are collated under the umbrella of a Design Technology or Digital Design department, at Heatherwick we decided to keep them separated but working together to be able to reach broader and deeper in our own specialisms.

IMMERSIVE MEDIA: We have ventured beyond conventional frameworks, pioneering refined workflows that synergize Rhino and Revit with the Unreal Engine. The use of immersive tools like Mindesk and Twinmotion allows us to enhance visualization, providing a collaborative platform for both designers and stakeholders. Moreover, Spaceform has emerged as an invaluable tool for real-time design reviews, bringing agility and depth to our iterative design process.

Alfonso Mondero Head of BIM

Heatherwick Studio

BIO: Alfonso is an architect leading BIM implementation at the award-winning, London-based multi-discipline Heatherwick Studio.

GE_CODE: Navigating through computational design, we employ a strategic vision that goes far beyond superficial digital gimmicks. Our focus areas include applied research for material optimization, advanced geometry to solve complex spatial issues, and the selective use of Artificial Intelligence. These tools serve not just as ornamental technology but play a pivotal role in decision-making, radically improving the design process and its final output.

With experience working internationally in Spain, India, Chile and UK, Alfonso initiated his tenure with Heatherwick in 2015 as a BIM Consultant, before joining Woods Bagot in London as their Design Technology Manager.

He rejoined Heatherwick in 2018, steering a digital transformation that solidified the studio as an industry frontrunner in BIM. His vision revolves around fusing BIM seamlessly into the design phase, creating a synergy that enhances rather than restricts the creative process.

TALK OVERVIEW: At Heatherwick studio we always put the design process first, it is the core of what we do and what inspire us most is to influence the way people live the spaces we design and surround us. We are always looking for new tools (either digital or physical) and processes (either manual or automated) that can help us reach to a better outcome.

During the past decade, the studio has suffered a fundamental change in the way we integrate the digital side with the design teams. We have transitioned from a studio where individual skills were driving the digital usage, to an integrated approach and strategic thinking in the manner we test and implement tools and software in the project environment.

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BIM: Perhaps the most transformative has been our pivot from an outsourced model for BIM to a homegrown approach. This internalization has fostered a lean yet versatile team, capable of adapting to the everchanging digital landscape. A milestone in this journey was the creation of a robust digital strategy in 2018. This strategy didn’t remain static; it underwent multiple iterations to keep pace with industry advancements and internal needs. By doing so, we were able to identify and implement a suite of digital tools, each tailored to augment specific workflows within the studio.

To summarize, our integrated digital approach is not a mere consequence of technological advancement but a meticulously crafted strategy designed to augment our core strength—design innovation. By maintaining distinct yet interconnected digital domains, we can delve deeper into each specialization, ensuring a holistic, enriched, and most importantly, a design-centric outcome.

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University of Marywood

Stephen Garrison

Conference on the Beginning Design Student, the Foundations in Art: Theory and Education conference, the Journal of South African Institute of Architects, and the Global Undergraduate Art Awards in Architecture and Design.

Associate Professor

BIO:

In 2023 Stephen received a WOW Award from WithIt, the Women’s Leadership Development Network. The WOW Awards recognize “individuals and companies who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and support for women in the home furnishings industry.

Stephen Garrison is a tenured Associate Professor of Interior Architecture, having spent the past 20+ years teaching courses in Studio Arts, Design History, Representation, and Furniture Design. In 2017 Stephen was named to the Board of Directors of the Interior Design Educators Council Foundation, where he currently serves as Director of Communication.

Stephen serves as President of the nonprofit University Hall of Innovation whose goal is to broaden the connection between students and the international design industry through mentorship and competitions.

In 2018 Stephen additionally founded the design webcast ‘A Student’s Perspective’ where Marywood Interior Architecture student hosts have the opportunity to speak with designers, manufacturers, and design media celebrities to hear how they have built their careers.

ABOUT:

A Student’s Perspective is a collaboration between the University Hall of Innovation and the Marywood University Interior Architecture program highlighting multiple facets of the Interior Architecture/Design community through weekly interviews.

Interior Architecture students from Marywood University speak with designers, manufacturers, and influencers to find out how they got involved in the industry, what choices they have made that have led them to where they are, how they have seen things change, and what advice they can offer to students eager to enter the field. Our goal is to expose design students to all of the possibilities that their degree might offer, even if those possibilities might not be exactly what the degree on their diploma might say.

Stephen maintains an active profile as an artist exhibiting paintings nationally, as well as presenting research in the pedagogy of Foundation Design, Interior Architecture, and Higher Education Culture. He has presented or served as peer reviewer on a national and international level including: the Association of Architectural Educators, UK, the National 61

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Jason Taylor

Dominika Pipowska

Hadeel Safaa Saadoon

Steffan Davies

Sufyan Muzaffar

Anisha Meggi

Dr Alona Martinez Perez

Designer, Lecturer

Architectural Assistant

Architectural Technologist

Architect, Senior Lecturer

Architectural Assistant

Lecturer, researcher

Senior Lecturer

Mozakir Ali

Ryan Steed

Dr Amal Abuzeinab

Kate Cheyne

Mark Chapman

Wiktoria Piotrowska

Design Consultant

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Architect, advisor, academic

Head of School of Arts

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BIM IN LEICESTER TEAM 2024

Adela Rezaei

Thareem Zubair

Sydney Luke Chin Wen

Arya Anilkumar

BIO: Currently a 2nd year BArch student at DMU, my passion lies in finding creative and practical solutions in architecture, with a focus on sustainable design and architectural technology. Growing up in a developing country that was home to various cultures, I witnessed how architecture adapted to accommodate diverse needs and fostered positive changes within communities. These experiences inspired me to pursue a career in architecture. Throughout my academic journey, I have become proficient in CAD software and Adobe Suite, allowing me to transform ideas into visually compelling representations. I enjoy the process of conceptualizing and bringing ideas to life through detailed drawings, physical models, and renderings.

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BIO: I give 100% of whatever’s left in me. I devote the entirety of my remaining energy, a steadfast work ethic that has propelled me onto the illustrious stages of sports, music, and acting. Presently, I dedicate myself to serving on the esteemed architectural platform at @biminleicester, channeling my passion into comprehending diverse typologies within the architectural realm. My primary focus lies on the art of visualization, a craft to which I wholeheartedly dedicate my efforts.

BIO: My name is adela rezaei. I am currently studying in DMU. I am in my second year of my course (Architecture). Beside my studies I am interested in doing volunteering works as i find them really interesting and useful for my career.

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Growing up amidst diverse environments, I witnessed, first-hand the impact of spatial surroundings on people’s behaviour. Although the concept of architecture remained somewhat elusive, I took pleasure in observing how space influenced my perceptions and emotions. Pursuing an architecture degree has allowed me to expand my passion for art and expression through diverse representational techniques. Currently, in my second year, I’ve recognized the utmost importance of prioritizing design for people and their needs. This realization has prompted me to approach my work more personally, intensifying my enthusiasm for the creations I produce. Acknowledging the paramount importance of sustainability in the field, I firmly believe that responsible design should incorporate this consideration as we advance to more sophisticated methods of addressing challenges. Integrating sustainability becomes imperative as we navigate towards progressive solutions in the architectural landscape.

What drives me in architecture is the belief that design has the power to shape meaningful experiences and purposeful interactions between people and their surroundings. I am always eager to expand my knowledge and engage with others to drive positive changes in the field.

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Vicky Kana

Krystal Cunningham

Teodor Stoykov

Emily Bailey

BIO: Enthusiastic and driven architecture student who is deeply committed to his craft. With a fervent passion for form and function, I immerse myself in the intricate world of architectural theory and practice.

Adept at harnessing both analytical and creative faculties, I approach design challenges with a meticulous eye for detail and a determination to innovate. Through a rigorous academic curriculum and hands-on projects, I am honing my skills in CAD (AutoCAD, Fushion 360, Lumion and Twinmotion), Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, drawing/sketching and utilising modelling to bring my visions to life. Furthermore, I am experienced with mixed media, acrylic paints, oil paints and watercolour.

Collaboration is at the heart of my approach. Whether engaging in studio sessions or interdisciplinary projects, I thrive on the exchange of ideas and the collective pursuit of excellence. I am constantly seeking inspiration from diverse sources, integrating cultural influences and sustainable practices into my designs. As an architecture student, I am not just studying buildings; I am cultivating a mindset that values aesthetics, functionality, and societal impact. Eager to contribute to the evolving landscape of architecture, I am excited about the opportunities to shape environments that resonate with people and leave a lasting impression.

BIO: As a third-year student embracing the ethos of simplicity and sustainability, my approach to architecture focuses on creating designs that are both minimal and environmentally friendly. My minimalist designs are created with a strong sense of purpose and impact in mind.

This approach is constantly inspired by Zaha Hadid’s expansive thinking, which encourages looking at design from multiple perspectives. Her philosophy, expressed in the phrase, “There are 360 degrees, so why stick to one?” motivates me to explore innovative and eco-conscious solutions beyond traditional boundaries. As I progress in my architectural career, this mindset guides me to balance simplicity with a wide range of creative possibilities, resulting in the creation of spaces that are sustainable, functional, and distinctively dynamic.

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I am an enthusiastic architect student dedicated to developing concepts into powerful and fascinating environments. I desire to design spaces that effectively integrate functionality and aesthetics while taking into account human requirements. My portfolio represents a series of diversified projects that demonstrate my ability to adapt to and excel in a variety of architectural challenges and my approach to the brief. Thus, I regard each project as a unique opportunity to create an environment that reflects the human experience and societal evolution. I appreciate learning more about various programmes and how to enhance my skills for the next assignment.

Design has always been a big part of my life, so I knew that I wanted to pursue a career within the design world. Currently being in my second year of my BA Architecture course at DMU, I have allowed myself to grow and develop my skills through experimentation and research. By doing so it is helping me to work out which specialised area of Architecture I would like to pursue as a career. The areas I have found fascinating so far have been where I’ve had to problem solve during my design process, I find this aspect extremely fascinating and love being able to resolve these hurdles through my design. As one of the reps within my year I have had the opportunity to co lead whole studio group projects. I thoroughly enjoy the organisation and dedication that comes with the role, being part of a team and working together has become one of my key attributes which I hope will serve me well in my future career.

I believe that a building is never done being built, even after it has reached its life expectancy.

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Clara Veronez Cardoso

Hima Halim

Anjel Rajesh

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I am a second-year BA Architecture student here at DMU. Coming from Brazil to study in the UK has brought me multiple challenges, pushing me into exploring new approaches to architecture study while also making me grow and find myself personally and academically. I am passionate about the transformative potential of this field, its connections with other areas of study, and the positive effects that can be caused on people through the experiences created within spaces. When it comes to my projects, I look for prioritising sustainable solutions and I try to be more experimental in my design process, often working with clay and watercolour. Learning and improving my Photoshop and hand drawing skills has been a fun part of the process, as it allows me to exercise my creativity. My ambition drives me to always try new things and embrace new opportunities.

My deep passion for architecture originates from a lifelong love of art. Since childhood, I’ve been immersed in expressing ideas through various artistic mediums, instilling in me a keen sense of observation, an appreciation for form and structure, and a mastery of visual storytelling.

These qualities, cultivated during my artistic journey, are assets that will greatly benefit my pursuits in architecture. During my two years at De Montfort University, I honed my model-making and CAD software skills, particularly in AutoCAD and Revit. I find particular joy in rendering and conceptualizing my work, often incorporating digital painting skills into my designs. Additionally, my experience volunteering for charities and working part-time in customer service roles has given me a deep understanding of client needs.

BIO: I am a calm and cool extrovert, always open for talks and discussions on any kind of architecture styles. Ready for acquiring knowledge from different year students . I produce work in a more artistic and technical manner to impress both the client and myself, it focuses more on a better understanding level for both. I don’t have a style I evolve with the style the period takes on just like wearing new clothes.

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Nilufer Vural

BIO: Design has always been a big part of my life, so I knew that I wanted to pursue a career within the design world. Currently being in my second year of my BA Architecture course at DMU, I have allowed myself to grow and develop my skills through experimentation and research. By doing so it is helping me to work out which specialised area of Architecture I would like to pursue as a career. The areas I have found fascinating so far have been where I’ve had to problem solve during my design process, I find this aspect extremely fascinating and love being able to resolve these hurdles through my design. As one of the reps within my year I have had the opportunity to co lead whole studio group projects. I thoroughly enjoy the organisation and dedication that comes with the role, being part of a team and working together has become one of my key attributes which I hope will serve me well in my future career.

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Yasemin Erol Svim

Rachel Griffiths

Sangeeth Shirpharan

Stella Forde BIO: People are at the centre of Architecture. This is what I enjoy to most, as someone with a strong desire to learn, who loves meeting new people and thrives in social situations. I am an enthusiastic and ambitious third-year architecture student at De Montfort University who was drawn to architecture because of its ability to combine creativity with positive change. I design projects that are community-driven. My final design studio project does this by combining skateboarding with politics to create a space where sport and activism coexist to create social change in Leicester’s local community. I take a hands-on approach to my design process by experimenting with hand drawing and model making to create unique pieces of work using new methods! As an active member of my cohort, I am a brand ambassador, course representative and founder of the DMU Architecture Society (2022) to help represent the student voice at DMU.I have reaped the mental and physical benefits of engaging in extracurriculars during my time at university too, as a member and Chair of De Montfort University Hockey Club and a Toastmaster, I continue to develop my skills in leadership, communication and public speaking.

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BIO: As a first-year Architecture student, my artistic endeavours seamlessly blend the realms of architecture and graphic design. Fueled by a profound passion for both disciplines, my creations bear the distinctive mark of graphic stylization, harmoniously marrying the principles of architecture with the aesthetics of design. Influenced by my upbringing and cultural background, my work pulsates with a unique vibrancy, capturing the essence of my journey. I am dedicated to infusing my designs with boundless creativity, consistently striving to push the boundaries of conventional architecture and embrace innovative, imaginative solutions.

BIO: I am a master student in architecture and sustainability (Msc) and will graduate in February 2024.I have a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Turkey. I worked for seven years in Turkey. I was responsible for the detailed drawings, which mostly belong to refurbishment plans. I attended meetings and discussed project details with government officers, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

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I am an architecture student in my second year of study. I’m 19 and since I was young I have had a particular interest in gothic architecture. I have taken every opportunity to explore this during my A-level studies and onwards.

In 2019 I completed a week’s work experience at Saunders Boston Architects in Cambridge, which solidified my desire to pursue this as a career. It gave me a brilliant insight into how to work complicated briefs, and how to display work and present to a room of architects.

I love to include art and painting into my work alongside the technical aspects, as I find it helps to visualise my ideas.

In the future I hope to gain more professional experience and explore incorporating features of gothic architecture into modern design.

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Rhianna Briars joined DMU in August 2019 to develop the university’s Knowledge Exchange strategy and increase the portfolio of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs).

Rhianna is passionate about supporting the ‘real world’ impact of DMU’s high-quality research and expertise.

Through previous research experience including a PhD from Coventry University, Sonochemistry Centre, Health and Life Sciences; and experience as a Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) at University Nottingham, Food Sciences; and University College London (UCL), Mechanical Engineering, Rhianna has cultivated an interest in understanding a broad range of research themes and has an enthusiasm for new ideas and innovations.With past experience of Business Development for Sustainable Chemical and Biological Processing at the University of Nottingham, and proposal writing at the Technology Research Centre Ltd., Rhianna understands industry needs, interests and the business impact of commercialisation.

A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) is funded through a UK-wide programme that can help businesses improve competitiveness.

A KTP is collaborative relationship between a business and a university, orchestrated by a recent graduate (the associate). The partnership cultivates benefits for all parties, with the business having an injection of new knowledge, the associate developing themselves, and the academic, who supports the associate, gaining knowledge from a real-world environment.

In this role Rhianna is keen to learn about the broad range of research at DMU, and will work with academic staff to support engagement with businesses, charities and the public sector through initiating social change and increased productivity and competitiveness.

How does a KTP work? Working with higher education or research and technology organisations, being involved with a KTP can increase knowledge, technology and skills of strategic competitive importance.

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De Montfort University is located in the centre of Leicester and embedded in the city’s social and physical infrastructure. It is the educational global lead for the UN Sustainable Development Goal 16, supporting peace and justice. It identifies with the local while building global connections, reframing how we live in the world as environmentally responsible and ethical citizens. The university has a diverse student and staff body, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are integral to its identity.

Leicester School of Architecture (LSA) The school was established in 1897 as part of the Arts College. As a part of the Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities, currently, it sits within the larger school of Art, Design and Architecture, and as such it benefits from the synergies its shares with other related disciplines. The school of architecture is a founder member of the Leicester Urban Observatory in collaboration with Leicester City Council and two other local universities. Its research agenda draws on its international identity and concern with diverse cultures and histories as well as on regenerative practices, social sustainability and ethical practice. In its teaching and learning, the school has decolonisation of the curriculum at the forefront of its agenda in humanities, studio and professional practice teaching. The school engages with the issues arising from the climate crisis and ethical practice, partly by the inclusion of real-life briefs and community partners at undergraduate level, and with live-build projects at postgraduate level, encouraging interdisciplinary design and collaborative practice.

LSA PhD programme The School of Art, Design and Architecture (ADA) has a diverse community of researchers who draw from a vast range of disciplines, including architecture, fine art, performing arts, fashion and textiles, product design and others.

The climate emergency, environmental sustainability, retrofit and circular economy, heritage practices, and culture, photographic history, UNWRA archives and refugees, and the Arab Souq, are some of the research areas that cover recent PhDs in the wider School, ADA.

Leicester School of Architecture promotes ethical, regenerative architectural thinking and practice with a view to articulating a path towards environmental and spatial justice.

LSA explores social and spatial histories and proposes innovative, sustainable architectural solutions to contemporary environmental challenges in order to create a just and equitable society.

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NOWLEDGE TRASFER ARTNERSHIP

De Montfort University

Rhianna Briars

The Architecture Student Diary:

Launched in November of 2023, the Architecture Student Diary began as a way for me to give aspiring students an insight into what studying Architecture is like at university but has grown into a way for me to share my advice to current architecture students too! Topics I cover include reviews of my 1st and 2nd year, networking, LinkedIn and many more! - I’m also open to suggestions too!

It is available to stream on all main podcasting platforms with weekly episodes for architecture students everywhere!

You can also find it @architecturestudentdiary on Instagram!

Make sure, you’re following to stay up to date when upcoming episodes are released! Enjoy & let me know what you think! :) 77

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Hi, it’s Stella here, an architecture undergrad student in my 3rd year at DMU. I am the host of The Architecture Student Diary Podcast, a platform I have created to share my experiences studying architecture from the highs and lows, tips and tricks and what I learn along the way!

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