BIM and integrated design : strategies for architectural practice / Randy Deutsch.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introductory statement by The American Institute of Architects -- Introduction : Rethinking our work processes, roles, and identities -- Part I. BIM as though people mattered : What you adopt when adopting BIM -- Social implications of implementing BIM : Case study interview with Paul Durand and Allison Scott, Winter Street Architects -- Case study interview with Aaron Greven -- Who works in BIM and who doesn't : Case study interview with Jack Hungerford -- Case study interview with Kristine K. Fallon -- Part II. Leading integrated design : Working with others in BIM :- Case study interview with Rich Nitzsche, Perkins + Will -- BIM and integrated design : Case study interview with Andy Stapleton and Peter Rumpf, Mortenson Construction -- Case study interview with Jonathan Cohen -- Part III. Leading and learning -- Leading from the model : Case study interview with Bradley Beck -- Case study interview with Charles Hardy, Office of Project Delivery at U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Public Buildings Service National Capital Region -- Learning BIM and integrated design : Case study interview with Yanni Loukissas, Massachusetts Institute of Technology -- Case study interview with Phil Bernstein, Autodesk.

"Building Information Modeling (BIM) software combines 3-D elements and information in all aspects of the design of a building.While many books are published on BIM related to technology and computer programs, this one focuses on the practice-related information needs of architects, showing them how BIM and integrated practice can transform their practices. It features: Methods for addressing the obstacles and challenges to implementing BIM How to implement it in an efficient and effective manner How to use BIM as a tool to transform the role of architects "-- Provided by publisher.