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Integrated Architecture with ideCAD is an innovative Architecture Software Design Solution.

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Integrated design with ideCAD brings Architects and Structural Engineers together on one Building Design.

ideCAD One AEC Suite provides Architects and Structural Engineers with Architectural-Structural Integration, facilitating project delivery from early-stage design to fabrication. Efficiently Design and detail buildings with ideCAD One AEC Suiteand Optimize Building Design with integrated Building Information Modeling BIM tools.

What is Integrated Architecture Design?

Integrated architecture design, or integrated design, is a holistic approach to the design and construction process that brings together all stakeholders—architects, engineers, contractors, and clients—from the beginning of a project. It emphasizes collaboration and communication to ensure that all aspects of a building's design, from aesthetics to functionality and sustainability, are unified.

Key principles of integrated architecture design include:

Early Collaboration: All team members are involved from the initial stages of a project, sharing their expertise and ideas to shape the design direction.

Shared Models: All disciplines use a single, centralized Integrated Building Information Modeling (Integrated BIM) model, which allows for real-time collaboration and reduces the risk of errors or conflicts.

Whole Building Performance: The design team considers the building's entire lifecycle, including energy efficiency, material selection, and long-term maintenance, to optimize performance and minimize environmental impact.

User-Centric Design: The needs and preferences of the building's occupants are prioritized, ensuring that the final design meets their functional and aesthetic requirements.

Benefits of integrated architecture design:

Improved Communication and Collaboration: By working together from the start, the team can better understand each other's needs and constraints, leading to more effective problem-solving and decision-making.

Reduced Risk of Errors and Rework: A shared Integrated BIM model allows for early detection and resolution of conflicts, reducing the need for costly changes later in the project.

Optimized Building Performance: The integrated approach considers all aspects of the building's performance, leading to designs that are more energy-efficient, sustainable, and comfortable for occupants.

Higher Client Satisfaction: By prioritizing the needs of the building's users, integrated design can lead to greater satisfaction with the final product.

Integrated architecture design is becoming increasingly popular as the industry recognizes the value of collaboration and holistic thinking in creating high-performance buildings that meet the needs of their occupants and the environment.

What are the benefits of integrated design?

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Bringing Architects and Structural Engineers together at the integrated Architecture software from the beginning of project design helps streamline the process.

Architects and Structural Engineers can make better, more informed design decisions when collaborating on a project in the early phases.

  • Architectural and Structural Design Automation

  • Architectural Structural Engineering Collaboration

  • Architectural Structural Design Coordination

  • Structural Integration for Architecture

  • Structural Engineering Design for Building

  • Structural Design for Architects

  • Accelerate Design Processes and Improve Building Quality

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