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Optimising design through innovative technology
BIM is the buzzword…..what is BIM?
The Building Information Modelling concept creates a virtual construction model prior to its actual physical construction, in order to increase accuracy, reduce uncertainty, maximise efficiency and simulate and analyse potential impacts. MAC Architects implement the BIM concept to every project no matter what scale.
MAC Architects are an RIAS Chartered Architects Practice based in Newmachar, Aberdeen. The dynamic practice provides a diverse range of services for both private and commercial clients.
Newmachar-based firm MAC Architects, established in 2011, is embracing the latest technology to ensure both its vision and clients’ expectations are delivered as innovatively as possible. The award-winning company, owned by directors Blair Milne and Jonathan Cheyne, pulls on the pair's previous experience working for some of the country's most innovative and forward-thinking practices, to ensure it stays at the forefront of the industry.
Blair Milne, 35, said “There is growing confidence in the local market and many companies are looking to the future and investing in their facilities and offices.
“There is a natural alignment with the MAC ethos and the north east's predominant industries as these sectors are constantly evolving and innovating.
“While we continue to do a lot of work in the residential sector in terms of new build dwellings, extensions and steading conversions, we are now, having recently delivered a number of commercial projects, using the technology to make inroads into more commercial work.
“Our pro-active approach and the bold decisions we took when we set up our business, ensure we are at the forefront of innovation in terms of our technology and hardware which continues to receive positive feedback from our clients.”
The practice is one of just a handful in the country optimising BIM technology and offer a free downloadable BIMX app to give clients a fully immersive virtual-reality walkthrough of their project on any mobile device.
Jonathan, 34, added “The MAC workflow is more efficient than widely adopted architectural practices.“All creative processes utilise virtual 3D models, allowing us to make more informed design decisions, whilst demonstrating any proposed changes to our clients in real time.
“Our virtual built models also ensure we optimise accuracy, construction efficiency, and on site delivery – and all in a manner which is more cost effective to our clients”
Having recently expanded their team, MAC Architects have also been proactive in encouraging their peers and other professionals to use BIM software too. The likes of structure as well as mechanical and electrical installations can be imported directly into the virtual built models, allowing clash detection to alleviate any issues prior to construction on site.
With their expanding the residential and commercial portfolio, MAC Architects' vision for 2019 and beyond is one of continued growth, inspiring design and attention to detail that bridges from virtual to reality.
