A year ago, I started the “Thursday Top 5 from ArchSmarter”, a weekly email with links to what’s new and interesting in AEC technology. I’m constantly scouring the Internet for news and tips related to BIM, design, and architecture. The “Thursday Top 5” was a way to share my findings with the larger ArchSmarter audience. […]
What Are Your Back to School Resolutions?
Maybe I’m weird but I always liked “back to school”. I didn’t always *like* school itself but come fall, I would get excited when it was time to go back. For me, back to school represented a fresh start. A new grade, new classes, new books and school supplies. After a summer of hanging out, relaxing […]
ArchSmarter Named Among Best Architecture Blogs of 2017
I just got word that ArchSmarter was listed among the best architecture blogs of 2017 by First In Architecture! It’s great to listed alongside such esteemed company. Thanks to First In Architecture for the honor and a big thanks to you ArchSmarter readers for all the support over the years. Michael
The 10 Revit Apps You Should Be Using in 2017
I recently asked ArchSmarter readers what tools they’re using to be more productive in Revit. Over 75 different add-ins were recommended! I tallied up all the votes and came up with this list of top-ten recommendations. There are some repeat nominees from my previous round-ups (which you can read here and here) as well as some […]
The 5 Essential Superpowers Every BIM Manager Needs
Being a BIM Manager is a challenging role. It’s challenging because BIM managers operate at the intersection of people, process, and technology. Too often it’s seen as only a technology role. Architects, designers, and engineers who are good with software tend to gravitate to the role. Or, more likely, they’re given those responsibilities because they […]
Vote for AU (and for me)!
Autodesk decided to switch things up this year for their annual conference, Autodesk University. Typically, a panel of judges selects from the submitted proposals to decide which make the cut for the live event. This year, instead of a panel of judges selecting the proposals, they’ve opened up voting to the public. That’s right – […]
Where Are You on the Path to Revit Mastery?
BAM! I shook my head and peeled my sore body off the mat. “Good”, the instructor said, “Now try it again but with a little more force.” My partner grabbed my arm, twisted his hips and threw me to the mat again. BAM! Fortunately, I remembered to tuck in my chin so my head didn’t […]
5 Steps to Make VR a Reality in Your Practice
No doubt, you’ve heard all the claims about Virtual Reality. From “It’s the next big thing!” to “It’s going to change the world!”. But beyond the marketing hype, what is VR’s real potential in architecture, and how can firms implement VR into their practices in a more meaningful way than as just another cool way […]
What Will the Architect of the Future Look Like?
I met the architect of the future last week. No, I didn’t take a test drive in Doc’s souped up DeLorean. I attended the Building Connections Congress in Washington, DC. Truth be told, the architect of the future wasn’t in attendance. In fact, the architect of the future isn’t even a real person, at least not […]
ArchSmarter Year in Review – 2016
This is my second “year in review” here on ArchSmarter. I did my first in this post last year. I’m a big fan of doing a review of your past year, even if you just keep it to yourself. It’s really useful to look back over the past year and write down everything you’ve done. I guarantee, […]
