BIG BIM little bim – Second Edition

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0979569923 ISBN 13: 9780979569920

Publisher: 4Site Press, 2008

Finith Jernigan has rewritten his award-winning book to include the big changes happening every day in the world of BIG BIM. The second edition of "BIG BIM little bim" has expanded coverage of the practical applications of BIM for the entire construction industry. The phenomenon of the worldwide BIMStorm is highlighted in this new edition. The book gives user-friendly approaches that architects, engineers, owners, builders, facility managers, educators and students can understand and apply today. Internationally recognized as a leader in BIM, Jernigan shows how to leverage resources, compete in a worldwide market, and become more efficient and productive in the planning, design, construction and operation of facilities.

From the Inside Flap:

We live and work in a world, where the pace and volume of information challenges our ability to keep up. The pressure to integrate is building fast. BIM and integrated practice create better architects. They transform our world. Done correctly, savings approach 20% and risks diminish. Master the details, subtleties and small changes needed to be successful. Do BIM the right way! BIG BIM little bim will help you master: How to build sustainable value into every project.The everyday details of building information modeling.Ways to focus knowledge and experience on your strengths—design and problem solving.Ways do more and better with less, while creating more certainty of outcomes.The secrets to making more money and keeping your clients happier using BIM.And, a time tested and field proven approach that can be applied every project.Move your business Beyond Information Models. “This is a time of huge opportunities. BIG BIM little bim explains how you can take advantage of them. Cut through the confusion and uncertainty. There are real rewards for those that understand the process and huge risks for those that do not. This book explains what you need to know to cut through the noise...” —Kimon Onuma, AIA, president Onuma Architects

About the Author:

Finith E. Jernigan AIA - Born in Texas, raised in England and Germany, and now living in Maryland, the former Air Force brat builds cooperation and efficiency into every project undertaken by Design Atlantic Ltd, his Salisbury, MD firm. He is a recognized expert in integrated design practice and BIM technology. He is the creator of the 4SiteSystems process. For over twenty years, he has crafted simple and low-cost methods for applying BIM to real-world architectural projects. James Salmon, President of Collaborative Construction Resources and Founder of Collaborative BIM Advocates says of BIG BIM little bim: "Finith is a true pioneer in this arena, having practiced what he preaches in BIG BIM little bim for years. This book will help you connect the dots in your minds eye between planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance and will show you the difference between thinking of electronic design - i.e. little bim - and thinking of smart buildings and smart infrastructure generally. If you don't own it buy it."