Dewan Architects introduces AI-driven BIM solutions at AU 2024

Dewan Architects + Engineers celebrating their 40th anniversary by presenting AI-augmented BIM advancements at Autodesk University 2024 in San Diego.

Dewan Architects + Engineers will present its latest advancements in AI-augmented BIM and automation alongside some of the world’s greatest technology pioneers at Autodesk University (AU) 2024 in San Diego, USA. This high-level event marks a critical milestone in Dewan’s digital transformation path, as the company, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, will join over 12,000 design and manufacturing experts at the AU conference from October 15-17.

At AU 2024, Dewan will present its continuous research and development (R&D) in automation solutions, which considerably improve efficiency and project delivery in the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) business. Dewan’s custom suite of tools fully integrates with Autodesk products, improving operations and tackling important issues including coordination inefficiencies and data fragmentation. Dewan will demonstrate in a live session how these technologies are improving outcomes on ongoing projects by  shortening timeframes and improving data accuracy and team communication.

AI and Quible: The Future of Smarter and Agile Design Dewan will demonstrate its efforts in leveraging AI, with Quible serving as the centrepiece – a BIM-to-AI solution developed in-house to improve data analysis and decision making. Quible uses deep learning and Large Language Models (LLM) to enable smarter, more accurate designs, resulting in higher design accuracy and better project outcomes across all phases.

From Automation to AI-Assisted Decision-Making
The incorporation of AI with BIM, as demonstrated by Quible, offers near-real-time insights that dramatically improves the design process. AI systems can examine massive databases, including knowledge from prior projects and environmental elements, shifting building design from a reactive to a proactive process. This move improves project performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.

As AI continues to redefine industry standards, Dewan’s creative strategy puts the company as a leading force in the growth of the AEC sector. The company’s forward-thinking strategy, which focusses on Outcome-Based Design, anticipates a future in which AI delivers interactive insights into the performance, sustainability, and cost consequences of design features, allowing for better informed judgements.

Christopher Stock, Head of BIM at Dewan Architects + Engineers, comments, “The ability for data to be interactive and live opens the door to a more responsive design process, allowing teams to stay agile and informed, ultimately driving better project outcomes.”

Ammar Al Assam, CEO of Dewan Architects + Engineers, adds, “Our commitment to technological advancement is part of our DNA. With AI and platforms like Quible, we’re not just optimising processes; we’re creating a new paradigm for how architecture and engineering are practiced globally. This marks a key milestone in our 40-year journey of shaping the future of design.”

Unlocking New Frontiers
MAD, Dewan’s dedicated technology research lab, is focused on driving digital transformation through research and development. MAD strives to improve workflows throughout the firm by integrating AI, automation, and new technologies such as Digital Twins and Extended Reality (XR). The division also promotes digital innovation by leading R&D to create ground-breaking solutions that address industry concerns and forecast future trends.

Case Studies and Their Real-World Impact
Attendees at AU 2024 will have the opportunity to learn about Dewan’s design automation and analytics solutions through practical case studies. Notably, the AMAALA Yacht Club project built by Red Sea Global in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia shows how cloud-driven BIM processes cut design collaboration time by 43 percent, total design time by 17 percent, and change management efforts by 28 percent. These methods led to a 40 percent reduction in design-related activities, resulting in considerable operational savings and increased overall efficiency.

Pioneering innovation in architecture and engineering
Dewan’s creation of Quible is just one of several technical achievements in 2024. Along with innovations in BIM, cloud-based technologies, and AI-enhanced design processes, Dewan continues to drive innovation in the architecture and construction industries. Dewan’s recent acquisition of a majority stake in Singapore-based DesignLab strengthens its position in the global hospitality market.

Dewan adheres to the ISO 19650 standard, ensuring that project data and teamwork match the highest international standards. With AI, deep learning, and sophisticated analytics at its foundation, Dewan is devoted to pushing the boundaries of architectural innovation and operational efficiency, thereby changing the built environment’s future.

Looking ahead: The Path to Digital Excellence
Dewan’s endeavour at AU represents the start of a larger vision for digital excellence. Dewan is at the forefront of a massive shift that promises to unlock new efficiency, better outcomes, and boundless possibility for future projects by employing AI for design and adopting near-real-time data analysis.

As Dewan advances decision-making and digital integration, it remains committed to its mission: to reimagine the possibilities in design and engineering by putting technology at the centre of its innovation strategy.

For more details, visit: https://www.dewan-architects.com/

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