Architectural Design Studio V

Catalog description

Design studio with an emphasis on adaptive reuse. Focus on the design and representation of complex, medium-sized commercial projects in varied environmental settings which include existing buildings. Topics include the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as a design tool to evaluate overall building performance and energy usage. Coursework includes evaluation of existing buildings, design documentation, and development of BIM throughout the building's life cycle with an emphasis on the design phase. Spring Only.