Bim solutions - Blog by RadwaBim solutions - Blog by Radwahttps://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/author/radwaSun, 26 Apr 2026 22:23:35 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Maintaining Models with Value: What OSU Learned Moving to BIM -part (2/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/maintaining-models-with-value-what-osu-learned-moving-to-bim-part-2-2Description Undertaking a transition from an AutoCAD environment to Revit models at The Ohio State University (OSU) provided great value for the organi ]]>

Maintaining Models with Value: What OSU Learned Moving to BIM -part (2/2)

Description

Undertaking a transition from an AutoCAD environment to Revit models at The Ohio State University (OSU) provided great value for the organization. Learn how OSU converted 32 million square feet, decreasing costs, gaining higher levels of accuracy and the ability to more effectively communicate with university stakeholders.

Hear from OSU how they overcame several challenges, including how to standardize models, ways to automate repetitive work, getting the most value from Revit models, and sharing and extracting data from models for facilities use.

The end result is a clearly defined process to migrate CAD-based drawings, receive correct model data for new projects, a way to validate that newly created models meet OSU standards and maintain those models. Learn best practices and lessons learned from The Ohio State University’s transition to BIM.

Key Learnings

  • Understand the benefits and value of Ohio State’s transition from AutoCAD to Revit.
  • Describe the challenges encountered building and managing a large portfolio of Revit models.
  • Identify the technology solutions Ohio State utilizes to aid in the building and maintenance of its models.
  • Review lessons learned following 8 years of developing, receiving and maintaining Revit based models.

Speakers

Joe Porostosky is the Director of Facilities Information and Technology Services FITS at The Ohio State University OSU, where he maintains 38 million square feet of space drawings and data, along with providing leadership to facilities-related data and document systems, including OSU’s Enterprise GIS. With a background in technology management, Joe has managed the FITS Team for the past 9 years, providing an active and strategic leadership role within the university and redefining the way his group works by using technology in new and inventive ways. As the leader for the BuckeyeBIM Building Information Modeling Initiative, Joe has led OSU in the adoption of BIM for existing buildings and for design and construction to improve the university’s overall decision-making processes and management of buildings. Joe holds a BS in computer science and an MA in public policy and management from OSU.

Peter has worked in IMAGINiT’s Facilities Management group for over 15 years and has held progressively larger roles within the division. Peter’s unique blend of experience in hardware, software, mobility platforms, building information modeling and facilities management applications allows him to work with clients to craft solutions that meet both current and future facility management needs. Peter is a proponent of technical applications for building information modeling within facilities management. Peter holds a BS in Physics and MBA in Marketing and is a certified Facilities Management Professional through IFMA.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:58:02 +0000<![CDATA[Maintaining Models with Value: What OSU Learned Moving to BIM -part(1/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/maintaining-models-with-value-what-osu-learned-moving-to-bim-part-1-2Description Undertaking a transition from an AutoCAD environment to Revit models at The Ohio State University (OSU) provided great value for the organi ]]>

Maintaining Models with Value: What OSU Learned Moving to BIM -part(1/2)

Description

Undertaking a transition from an AutoCAD environment to Revit models at The Ohio State University (OSU) provided great value for the organization. Learn how OSU converted 32 million square feet, decreasing costs, gaining higher levels of accuracy and the ability to more effectively communicate with university stakeholders.

Hear from OSU how they overcame several challenges, including how to standardize models, ways to automate repetitive work, getting the most value from Revit models, and sharing and extracting data from models for facilities use.

The end result is a clearly defined process to migrate CAD-based drawings, receive correct model data for new projects, a way to validate that newly created models meet OSU standards and maintain those models. Learn best practices and lessons learned from The Ohio State University’s transition to BIM.

Key Learnings

  • Understand the benefits and value of Ohio State’s transition from AutoCAD to Revit.
  • Describe the challenges encountered building and managing a large portfolio of Revit models.
  • Identify the technology solutions Ohio State utilizes to aid in the building and maintenance of its models.
  • Review lessons learned following 8 years of developing, receiving and maintaining Revit based models.

Speakers

Joe Porostosky is the Director of Facilities Information and Technology Services FITS at The Ohio State University OSU, where he maintains 38 million square feet of space drawings and data, along with providing leadership to facilities-related data and document systems, including OSU’s Enterprise GIS. With a background in technology management, Joe has managed the FITS Team for the past 9 years, providing an active and strategic leadership role within the university and redefining the way his group works by using technology in new and inventive ways. As the leader for the BuckeyeBIM Building Information Modeling Initiative, Joe has led OSU in the adoption of BIM for existing buildings and for design and construction to improve the university’s overall decision-making processes and management of buildings. Joe holds a BS in computer science and an MA in public policy and management from OSU.

Peter has worked in IMAGINiT’s Facilities Management group for over 15 years and has held progressively larger roles within the division. Peter’s unique blend of experience in hardware, software, mobility platforms, building information modeling and facilities management applications allows him to work with clients to craft solutions that meet both current and future facility management needs. Peter is a proponent of technical applications for building information modeling within facilities management. Peter holds a BS in Physics and MBA in Marketing and is a certified Facilities Management Professional through IFMA.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:56:46 +0000<![CDATA[Best Practices for Deploying Virtual Workstations for Architectural Design Firms -part ( 2/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/best-practices-for-deploying-virtual-workstations-for-architectural-design-firms-part-2-2Description CannonDesign implemented virtualization and realized significant benefits, including collaboration, reduced costs, and ease of management. ]]>

Best Practices for Deploying Virtual Workstations for Architectural Design Firms -part ( 2/2)

Description
CannonDesign implemented virtualization and realized significant benefits, including collaboration, reduced costs, and ease of management. Find out how you can leverage these best practices to roll out high performance virtual workstations to meet the graphics-intensive needs of your design software. During this session, we’ll review:

• How to benchmark and size your environment
• Network topology best practices
• Hardware and software recommendations
• User types and profiles
• How to set up your POC
• Optimizing for AEC

Key Learnings
  • Understanding how virtual desktops work in the AEC industry
  • Finding the tools and guides to start down the path of virtualizing your environment.
  • Creating a test environment and selling the proof of concept
  • Deploying a virtual environment and understanding how it works in your firm

Speakers

As our information technology leader, Andrew is responsible for developing and maintaining a complete technology infrastructure that aligns with our firm's broader goals to remain a leader in the industry. In this role, he has been integral in setting up our state-of-the-art data center and transitioning our firm into a virtual environment where employees can access their files and workstations from anywhere. He also oversees our robust team of in-house IT personnel - ensuring our information systems and staff are supporting our firm's operational needs and goals.

Jimmy Rotella is a Senior Solutions Architect at Nvidia. Over the years, Jimmy has worked for multiple large design firms implementing new technology, managing software and infrastructure, providing technical support for applications and computers, and also teaching in corporate and educational environments. Jimmy received his bachelor's degree in architecture from the Illinois Institute of Technology. His background and experience in both IT and the architecture, engineering, and construction industries put him at the forefront of technology and position him to help others leverage technology to enrich their workflows by strengthening communication, collaboration, idea sharing, and reducing inefficiencies.


]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:53:35 +0000<![CDATA[Best Practices for Deploying Virtual Workstations for Architectural Design Firms -part (1/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/best-practices-for-deploying-virtual-workstations-for-architectural-design-firms-part-1-2Description CannonDesign implemented virtualization and realized significant benefits, including collaboration, reduced costs, and ease of management. ]]>

Best Practices for Deploying Virtual Workstations for Architectural Design Firms -part (1/2)

Description

CannonDesign implemented virtualization and realized significant benefits, including collaboration, reduced costs, and ease of management. Find out how you can leverage these best practices to roll out high performance virtual workstations to meet the graphics-intensive needs of your design software. During this session, we’ll review:

• How to benchmark and size your environment
• Network topology best practices
• Hardware and software recommendations
• User types and profiles
• How to set up your POC
• Optimizing for AEC

Key Learnings

  • Understanding how virtual desktops work in the AEC industry
  • Finding the tools and guides to start down the path of virtualizing your environment.
  • Creating a test environment and selling the proof of concept
  • Deploying a virtual environment and understanding how it works in your firm

Speakers

As our information technology leader, Andrew is responsible for developing and maintaining a complete technology infrastructure that aligns with our firm's broader goals to remain a leader in the industry. In this role, he has been integral in setting up our state-of-the-art data center and transitioning our firm into a virtual environment where employees can access their files and workstations from anywhere. He also oversees our robust team of in-house IT personnel - ensuring our information systems and staff are supporting our firm's operational needs and goals.

Jimmy Rotella is a Senior Solutions Architect at Nvidia. Over the years, Jimmy has worked for multiple large design firms implementing new technology, managing software and infrastructure, providing technical support for applications and computers, and also teaching in corporate and educational environments. Jimmy received his bachelor's degree in architecture from the Illinois Institute of Technology. His background and experience in both IT and the architecture, engineering, and construction industries put him at the forefront of technology and position him to help others leverage technology to enrich their workflows by strengthening communication, collaboration, idea sharing, and reducing inefficiencies.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:52:47 +0000<![CDATA[A Revit Developers Journey from Desktop to the Cloud -part (2/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/a-revit-developers-journey-from-desktop-to-the-cloud-part-2-2Description Prefabrication and automation in offsite wood construction requires highly detailed building models while maintaining performance. This put ]]>

A Revit Developers Journey from Desktop to the Cloud -part (2/2)

Description

Prefabrication and automation in offsite wood construction requires highly detailed building models while maintaining performance. This puts constraints on both the model creation phase, as well as the output phase. The extracted data, as well as the fabrication process automation data needs to be accessible by all stakeholders - the builders, prefabricators and project managers. By combining Autodesk products and APIs, hsbcad has developed vastly improved workflows for its customers and their stakeholders.

This class describes the process that hsbcad - as an AutoCAD, and Revit plugin development company - has gone through in order to become a web development company. We will describe the innovation that Autodesk Forge has triggered at hsbcad; and our evolution from using the Forge Viewer with BIM360 integration, to a full featured web application that uses the Design Automation API for Revit to digest Revit models and link them up with existing hsbcad desktop and cloud functionality.

Key Learnings

  • Understand how to Revit design automation is used to link Revit and Autocad and cloud.
  • Get a better understanding of requirements of prefabrication in wood construction
  • See how a cloud application can lead to improved efficiency of the construction process
  • Understand the potential of Autodesk cloud APIs

Speakers

Dr. ir. Kris Riemslagh, PhD in mechanical engineering. I love programming and solving complex problems that have a geometrical side to it. Luckily I find lots of them in my job at hsbcad as a software architect. I am guiding a team of over a dozen software developers and engineers who create applications that help our customers realize their challenging projects. The sales and support team of hsbcad is able to deploy and they bring feedback of fantastic projects. We are dedicated to facilitate the use of off-site machining and automation of timber constructions. This has turned out really challenging and engaging for me. I know our solutions have assisted in the creation of incredible buildings, and hope that our customers will continue to create magnificent constructions with it.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:49:24 +0000<![CDATA[A Revit Developers Journey from Desktop to the Cloud -part (1/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/a-revit-developers-journey-from-desktop-to-the-cloud-part-1-2Description Prefabrication and automation in offsite wood construction requires highly detailed building models while maintaining performance. This put ]]>

A Revit Developers Journey from Desktop to the Cloud -part (1/2)

Description

Prefabrication and automation in offsite wood construction requires highly detailed building models while maintaining performance. This puts constraints on both the model creation phase, as well as the output phase. The extracted data, as well as the fabrication process automation data needs to be accessible by all stakeholders - the builders, prefabricators and project managers. By combining Autodesk products and APIs, hsbcad has developed vastly improved workflows for its customers and their stakeholders.

This class describes the process that hsbcad - as an AutoCAD, and Revit plugin development company - has gone through in order to become a web development company. We will describe the innovation that Autodesk Forge has triggered at hsbcad; and our evolution from using the Forge Viewer with BIM360 integration, to a full featured web application that uses the Design Automation API for Revit to digest Revit models and link them up with existing hsbcad desktop and cloud functionality.

Key Learnings

  • Understand how to Revit design automation is used to link Revit and Autocad and cloud.
  • Get a better understanding of requirements of prefabrication in wood construction
  • See how a cloud application can lead to improved efficiency of the construction process
  • Understand the potential of Autodesk cloud APIs

Speakers

Dr. ir. Kris Riemslagh, PhD in mechanical engineering. I love programming and solving complex problems that have a geometrical side to it. Luckily I find lots of them in my job at hsbcad as a software architect. I am guiding a team of over a dozen software developers and engineers who create applications that help our customers realize their challenging projects. The sales and support team of hsbcad is able to deploy and they bring feedback of fantastic projects. We are dedicated to facilitate the use of off-site machining and automation of timber constructions. This has turned out really challenging and engaging for me. I know our solutions have assisted in the creation of incredible buildings, and hope that our customers will continue to create magnificent constructions with it.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:48:43 +0000<![CDATA[Getting Started with Python -part (2/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/getting-started-with-python-part-2-2Description This is an introductory class to Python—no previous experience required. The class will walk through basic concepts of Python, and show how ]]>

Getting Started with Python -part (2/2)

Description

This is an introductory class to Python—no previous experience required. The class will walk through basic concepts of Python, and show how to set up a Python programming environment. It will cover Python’s flow control mechanisms and basic data types, as well as some of the native libraries that you can use to develop your own automation tools in Python. At the end of the session, attendees will be able to develop a working Python script that can read and write files that can be used to transfer data between different platforms.

Key Learnings

  • Learn how to set up a programming environment for Python
  • Learn the basic data types and flow-control features of Python
  • Learn how Python code is interpreted and executed
  • Learn how to read and write files using Python

Speakers

Gui Talarico is a Software Engineer at Airbnb's Samara Design Studio. Prior to joining Airbnb, he was a Software Engineer at WeWork where his work focused on the intersection of software development, physical space data, and design processes. Beyond his professional work, Gui is an active contributor to open source projects, and online communities, including is Revit API Docs, an online Documentation platform for the Revit API. Since launching in late 2016, RevitApiDocs.com has received over 5 million views and has been widely recognized as a valuable resource to the Revit developer Community.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:46:02 +0000<![CDATA[Getting Started with Python -part (1/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/getting-started-with-python-part-1-2Description This is an introductory class to Python—no previous experience required. The class will walk through basic concepts of Python, and show how ]]>

Getting Started with Python -part (1/2)

Description

This is an introductory class to Python—no previous experience required. The class will walk through basic concepts of Python, and show how to set up a Python programming environment. It will cover Python’s flow control mechanisms and basic data types, as well as some of the native libraries that you can use to develop your own automation tools in Python. At the end of the session, attendees will be able to develop a working Python script that can read and write files that can be used to transfer data between different platforms.

Key Learnings

  • Learn how to set up a programming environment for Python
  • Learn the basic data types and flow-control features of Python
  • Learn how Python code is interpreted and executed
  • Learn how to read and write files using Python

Speakers

Gui Talarico is a Software Engineer at Airbnb's Samara Design Studio. Prior to joining Airbnb, he was a Software Engineer at WeWork where his work focused on the intersection of software development, physical space data, and design processes. Beyond his professional work, Gui is an active contributor to open source projects, and online communities, including is Revit API Docs, an online Documentation platform for the Revit API. Since launching in late 2016, RevitApiDocs.com has received over 5 million views and has been widely recognized as a valuable resource to the Revit developer Community.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:45:03 +0000<![CDATA[Gaming Peripherals for DesignersImproving Your Interface -part (2/2 )]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/gaming-peripherals-for-designersimproving-your-interface-part-2-2Description In a well-set-up workflow, it gets harder to find those incremental improvements that we can use to shave seconds off of each task. What if ]]>

Gaming Peripherals for DesignersImproving Your Interface -part (2/2 )

Description

In a well-set-up workflow, it gets harder to find those incremental improvements that we can use to shave seconds off of each task. What if we could shave seconds off of lots of tasks with one tool? Computer gamers and mechanical-keyboard enthusiasts have a few tools that the CAD community has not yet widely embraced. Gaming peripherals are designed to send multiple keystrokes or commands to a computer in one key press. This class will look at how input devices such as game pads, gaming mice, and customized keyboards can improve a design professional’s workflow. We’ll look at several types of individually customizable input tools, and discuss how we can implement tools that were not designed for a corporate environment in that environment. We’ll examine where these tools have shortcomings, and how to dial in their utility versus the potential for them to be a distraction. The speaker has been using the tools we’ll discuss for more than a decade in Revit software and AutoCAD software—find out why.

Key Learnings

  • Discover how macro commands can be used to speed up workflow, and identify hardware to apply them
  • Learn about gaming peripherals, and learn how to select the best one(s) for your practice
  • Learn how to find a mechanical keyboard appropriate for your needs in a CAD workflow
  • Discover solutions for using these tools in a corporate environment

Speakers

Michael Freiert has many hobbies, has had a few professions, and is a strong believer in cross discipline problem solving. He has worked in ACAD since R12, Revit since 6.1, and has learned a bunch of things from working with Legos, wood, scenic design, special effects, security, live sound, machining, sewing, cooking, explosives and gardening - all influencing his design philosophy, choice of tools, and preference for using the most apt, if sometimes unconventional tools for a particular task. He's been working primarily in BIM Management roles for the last 15 years with a healthy stint as a BIM mercenary.

]]>Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:41:36 +0000<![CDATA[Gaming Peripherals for DesignersImproving Your Interface -part (1/2)]]>https://www.solutions-tcc.org/blogs/post/gaming-peripherals-for-designersimproving-your-interface-part-1-2Description In a well-set-up workflow, it gets harder to find those incremental improvements that we can use to shave seconds off of each task. What if ]]>

Gaming Peripherals for DesignersImproving Your Interface -part (1/2) 

Description

In a well-set-up workflow, it gets harder to find those incremental improvements that we can use to shave seconds off of each task. What if we could shave seconds off of lots of tasks with one tool? Computer gamers and mechanical-keyboard enthusiasts have a few tools that the CAD community has not yet widely embraced. Gaming peripherals are designed to send multiple keystrokes or commands to a computer in one key press. This class will look at how input devices such as game pads, gaming mice, and customized keyboards can improve a design professional’s workflow. We’ll look at several types of individually customizable input tools, and discuss how we can implement tools that were not designed for a corporate environment in that environment. We’ll examine where these tools have shortcomings, and how to dial in their utility versus the potential for them to be a distraction. The speaker has been using the tools we’ll discuss for more than a decade in Revit software and AutoCAD software—find out why.

Key Learnings

  • Discover how macro commands can be used to speed up workflow, and identify hardware to apply them
  • Learn about gaming peripherals, and learn how to select the best one(s) for your practice
  • Learn how to find a mechanical keyboard appropriate for your needs in a CAD workflow
  • Discover solutions for using these tools in a corporate environment

Speakers

Michael Freiert has many hobbies, has had a few professions, and is a strong believer in cross discipline problem solving. He has worked in ACAD since R12, Revit since 6.1, and has learned a bunch of things from working with Legos, wood, scenic design, special effects, security, live sound, machining, sewing, cooking, explosives and gardening - all influencing his design philosophy, choice of tools, and preference for using the most apt, if sometimes unconventional tools for a particular task. He's been working primarily in BIM Management roles for the last 15 years with a healthy stint as a BIM mercenary.

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