Information Modelling as a Paradigm Shift

Abstract

Abstract Building information modelling (BIM) is not just a change in software or skills sets, it requires a paradigm shift. Dennis Shelden , Chief Technology Officer of Gehry Technologies, outlines the more ‘fundamental, subtle and profound decisions’ on the road to BIM. It is necessary to fully consider not only the impacts both ‘upstream’ and ‘downstream’ from the conventional design phase, but also the possible creative restrictions as there is a potential trade‐off that comes with the emphasis on collaborative processes. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.