EP 00362 December 2020 · 40 min
René van Zwijndrecht, BIM Lead at Berkeley Modular
39:31BIM implementation is not just a software decision. It needs leadership, patience and a clear link between models, teams and real construction outcomes.
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Stephen Drew speaks with Rene van Zwijndrecht about BIM implementation, architecture in South Africa and the UK, EPR Architects, Berkeley Modular, Revit adoption, modular construction, digital twins, industry standards and BIM career advice.
The conversation covers:
How BIM adoption changes habits inside traditional architecture practices
Why modular construction depends on reliable information and coordination
What digital leadership looks like beyond software training
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- · Stephen Drew
Stephen Drew
Hi everyone. I am Steven Drew from the architecture social, and I am, I'm pleased to be here with a very special guest that I've known for many, many, many, many years, and, and I've been quite impressed with all. The fascinating stuff that you've been doing in terms of the BIM sector, in terms of architecture, kind of moving the shaking, and you've done a few TED talks as well, and you currently are BIM lead at Berkeley Modular and your background as well in BIM, you're a BIM manager and BIM lead at the EPR Architects.
- · Stephen Drew
Stephen Drew
Rene, hello, how are you? Hi, Stephen.
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