In a recent article, we discussed how Building Information Modeling (BIM) is becoming an increasingly important technique in planning and designing new and existing buildings. In short, BIM as a process provides a more thorough overview of any construction process, allowing stakeholders to plan any variable ranging from thermal modeling to the physical materials needed for construction.
Based on that structure, it’s tempting to consider BIM as a technique and design philosophy that’s poised to replace cad drawing services in the near future. But in reality, that is not actually the case. In fact, a closer examination of both processes shows how BIM will enhance, not replace the need for CAD in both the near and long-term future.