The Impact of BIM on Architectural Drawing

This article discusses the impact of Building Information Modeling (BIM) on architectural drawing. The author argues that BIM has devalued the architectural drawing through the standardization of space and has allowed the drawing to slip from the hands of the architect. The author also argues that BIM-centered practice could present opportunities for the architect to re-introduce the detail as a way of regulating information earlier in a project.

Questions

• How has BIM devalued the architectural drawing?
• What are the opportunities for the architect to re-introduce the detail in BIM-centered practice?

Answers

• BIM has devalued the architectural drawing through the standardization of space. This means that all buildings are now designed in a similar way, which removes the need for architects to be creative and innovative in their drawings.
• The architect can re-introduce the detail in BIM-centered practice by using BIM to create more detailed drawings. This would allow architects to communicate their ideas more effectively and to ensure that their designs are built accurately.