Abstract In this interview of the BIM Theory Podcast, we sit down with Altaf Ganihar, founder and CEO of Snaptrude, to explore how a simple hobby project evolved into a cutting-edge cloud-based design tool. Starting as a SketchUp plugin, Snaptrude has grown into a platform that integrates AI, automation, and BIM to streamline workflows and … Read more
Abstract The BIM scope of a project still has many ambiguities, challenges, and known difficulties related to internal and external politics and other human factors. Project stakeholders usually have overlapping but in most cases different interests, e.g. tendering consultants and contractors want clearer definitions to be able to minimize their risk when submitting an offer, … Read more
Introduction In this episode of the MaCAD Theory podcast, we explore with our guest Mr. Alessandro Grossi the growing importance of sustainable practices in the AEC sector, driven by climate change and resource scarcity. We dive into how integrating sustainability principles early in the design process can impact lifecycle costs and environmental outcomes.Listen to how … Read more
BRIEF PROBLEM: Architectural design is a complex process that often involves repetitive tasks, human errors, and inefficiencies that can slow down workflows. While Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools like Autodesk Revit have significantly improved design and documentation processes, the absence of structured automation continues to limit optimization, particularly for architectural design firms. Many firms struggle … Read more
Introduction Facades are vital architectural elements, functioning as the interface between a building’s interior and exterior while reflecting broader design strategies. Vitruvius emphasized the concept of Venustas, the aesthetic appeal achieved through harmonious proportions and calculated symmetries, as central to the role of facades in conveying beauty and balance. In modern architecture, facades transcend their … Read more
Abstract BIM enhances data integration and precision in architectural workflows but can constrain creative freedom. This tension challenges architects seeking to balance BIM’s technical benefits with human-centered, innovative design. The podcast explores hybrid approaches that integrate BIM with flexible workflows to foster creativity and meaningful spatial experiences. By examining real-world applications, it aims to identify … Read more
Problem Statement: BIM integration is straightforward for basic building forms, but challenging for complex geometries. Issues include interoperability, maintaining design intent, and bridging conceptual design with BIM. Standardization and cost-effective fabrication remain key obstacles. Thesis: Computational tools like Grasshopper enhance BIM integration by improving early-stage collaboration, workflow standardization, and ensuring complex forms remain constructible. Research … Read more
Exploring the intersection of art, technology, and the future of architecture through a conversation with Matias del Campo Introduction In an era defined by rapid technological evolution, the architectural landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. Our recent podcast episode, Digital Dreams: The Philosophical Impact of AI on Architectural Narratives, delved into how artificial intelligence is … Read more
Redefiniendo equitativa e inclusivamente los espacios públicos a través de la cultura del skateboarding La investigación pasas de Skate {able} city a Integr{able} city; haciendo énfasis en que el objetivo de diseño del toolkit es para que la aplicación de los conceptos urbanos tengan impacto positivo sobre todos los usuarios de los lugares públicos. Se … Read more
Architecture as a means of social segregation “capital materializes, to a large extent, through urban construction, the establishment of social relations in the city, the organization of space in the city, among others” (Harvey 2020, 23) According to Charles Jencks, the death of the modern architecture dated on July 15, 1972 at 3:32 p.m, when … Read more
CRITICAL QUESTION: “How can urban planning and architectureactively resist the dominance ofspeculative capital, and instead promoteequitable, community-driven developmentthat prioritizes social cohesion and publiclife over the financialization of space?“ ——————————————————- The city is not just a physical construct of streets and buildings; it functions as a living entity, constantly shifting, shaped by the flows of CAPITAL … Read more
The essay explores how neoliberal financial practices reshape urban space. It examines various logics that lead to privatization, displacing marginalized communities, and ultimately result in the erosion of public space.
