Designing Research: BIM in Remote Construction Projects

This essay explores the implementation and adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) within the context of remote construction projects. It delves into the challenges associated with remote sites, such as management and communication issues, and highlights how BIM can offer solutions. The essay examines the benefits of BIM, including improved efficiency, collaboration, and the ability to mitigate problems like material shortages and planning issues. It analyzes the role of BIM in the architectural practice, covering themes like creating, connecting, thinking, and correcting. The study uses a case study of John McCalls Architects (JMA) to illustrate the practical application of BIM. The essay concludes by emphasizing the importance of BIM in streamlining processes and improving the overall management of remote construction projects. The study also discusses the use of 3D models, 3D visuals, and linking with virtual environments to enhance the capabilities of the company. The essay highlights the importance of knowledge management as a harmonizing initiative to BIM and provides a guide for the implementation of the authoring tool of BIM and the knowledge and components database of BIM.