14:00 Building Information Modeling
Chair: Manfred Huber, University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland
Iconic 3D architecture in the Middle East - latest developments in 3D BIM, computerized design and innovative fabrication technology
- Etihad Museum
- Dubai Opera House
- National Museum of Qatar
Thomas A. Winterstetter, Werner Sobek Stuttgart, Germany
BIM: People, processes, technology and methods
- Methods of using BIM
- Process of planning of building and operation
- Techniques and tools
Manfred Huber, University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland
Improving the energy efficiency and indoor comfort of remote-region health clinics
- Challenging climates and infrastructural constraints to sustainable buildings
- Energy and thermal performance and indoor environmental quality
- Strategic interventions and design solutions for future clinic buildings via BIM
Steve Burroughs, University of Canberra, Australia
Building skins, parametric design tools and BIM platforms
- Parametric design tools and the link to BIM platforms
- Geometric solutions for information model
- Parametric workflows adapted to BIM
Wahbeh Wissam, University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland
BIM-driven whole-year simulation of buildings with active façades
- Evaluating the true potential of innovative façades in a whole building context
- Manufacturer product data for glazing, shading, PCM, BIPV, ventilated façades etc.
- Design of advanced control systems for active elements
Per Sahlin, EQUA Solutions AG, Switzerland
15:30 Coffee Break