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IMAGINiT Announces Revit for Landscape Architecture Hands-On Training

IMAGINiT worked with the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) to develop a curriculum which illustrates how to create and document full 3D project models for urban environments. In the hands-on class, students learn how to create topographical surfaces and modify the topography using Autodesk Revit and Site Designer tools. By the end of the course, landscape architects understand the processes required to take models to the construction documentation phase.

Autodesk Revit software enables firms to incorporate Building Information Modeling (BIM) workflows into their designs. Landscape architecture is an essential component of this workflow, but many firms aren’t familiar with Revit tools and techniques. To help landscape architecture firms adopt Revit and produce powerfully intelligent designs, IMAGINiT Technologies now offers this hands-on training both in-person and online. Tailored classes for individual firms also available.

Learn more about Autodesk Revit Fundamentals for Landscape Architecture.

2017 Insights into the BIM and FM Gap

In July 2017, IMAGINiT Technologies invited AEC and building owners to participate in its third annual survey on building information modeling (BIM) and facilities management practices. The results provide insights into the use of model data from the design, construction, and owner’s perspectives.

Survey participants report that:

• Building owners’ use of BIM data is on the rise. Although owners are utilizing BIM data more frequently, integration and data maintenance issues continue to be obstacles.
  
  
• More owners are applying technology solutions to facilities management challenges. Facilities managers appear to be turning to information systems to track space and assets. In addition, more building managers are integrating building automation and facilities management systems.
  
  
• Over the next year, new cloud adoption is expected. This includes both point clouds and cloud computing.

To learn more about what these trends mean and how data may move between systems in the future, download our complete white paper.