Thom Mayne and progressive thinkers in the field of Architecture argue that constant changes in the world and the technology that forces society to move at a rapid pace necessarily prompt designers to adapt to the current. Rather than becoming puppets for developers, producers of paper documents for permit processing, and decorators of boxes, BIM and 3D modeling technologies allow architects to directly relate to the performance and existence of a building and space. A field that could have become outdated and complacent has been stirred by a new way of thinking about architecture. The possibilities are endless and the realization of a imagined space can be comprehended by not only its designer but also the construction worker who buildings it at the end. Not only does communication between all consultants become clearer, the details of structural and mechanical systems can be developed even before the construction stage.
BIM and 3D modeling is a necessary tool for the sustenance and advancement of architectural practice. However, moving forward is not always easy. Offices just climbing out of downsizing and financial crises require time and money to adjust computers and employees to new software. Traditions and habits have become comfortable. Architects as a whole need to support and help each other advance. Students should be taught history but to keep an eye on what is coming. Patience in preparation and passion for innovation will keep this field alive and well.
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