Architecture as a Profession Integrated with BIM With the evolution and integration of technologies, the role of an architect is changing faster. The architectural profession dates back toancient times, with an intense impact on the built environment of nations across the world. The best way to stay relevant in changing the architectural profession is considering the future and pushing the boundaries of the vocation. Core Principles Of Architecture Considering a building from conception to reality is an extensive one, involving the process of every project presenting its unique challenges. The fundamental principles of anarchitectural engineering process can be simplified as: • • • • •
Client Interpretation Development of a Design Solution Design Submission for Approval from Local Building Agency Conveying Design Solution to Contractor through Construction Documents Construction Verification as per Documents
Sometimes, there are shades to responsibilities, like code acquiescence and environmental considerations, though the core of a business is solution-basedwith an emphasis on solvinga problem. There is less focus on the construction drawing process and more on how innovative solutions are supporting the users. Nowadays, the clients are also very sophisticated and demand a higher level of understanding of the process. Here the technological integration like Building Information Modeling (BIM)is facilitating the AEC project stakeholders in obtaining a higher level of information easily and conveniently. Advancement of Technology Technology has already started migrating into architecture. The speed has increased considerably with the industrialization of construction. Companies have started applying logistics via Google Maps for delivering materials to the job site faster, together with BIM prefabrication andmodularizationfor enhancing construction efficacy, which in turn helps in quicker project delivery to the market. While this is good from an operational & logistical perspective, it entails that some of the outmodedfacets of architecture, especially the drawings, are fading away, and the next generation of architects will come up with an entirely new deliverable.
