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Autodesk recently announced that the Autodesk Construction Cloud is becoming Autodesk Forma, and everyone in the industry is asking what that really means.
Is Forma replacing ACC? Is it something totally new? And what happens to tools like Build, Docs, and Takeoff?
In this live episode of BIM After Dark Live, I’m joined by longtime friend of the show, Scott Davis from Autodesk, to talk about what’s actually happening and what it means for you and your projects.
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I’ve been getting a ton of comments asking about D5 Render, so I decided to see what all the buzz is about. Can it really compete with Enscape or Twinmotion for Revit visualization? Let’s find out.
If you’ve been using Enscape or Twinmotion to visualize your Revit projects, you’ve probably heard about D5 Render. But what is it, and how does it actually fit into a Revit-based workflow?
In this episode of BIM After Dark Live, I’m joined by Millie Yoshida from the D5 team to explore what makes this rendering engine stand out. We’ll talk about how D5 connects with Revit, what makes it so fast, and how it compares to tools you might already be using.
We’ll look at live examples, discuss real project workflows, and take your questions throughout the stream.
Whether you’re an architect, designer, or builder curious about new ways to bring your Revit models to life, this session will help you see what’s possible with D5 Render.
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Ever wondered what it actually costs to design, BIM, and build a home addition? In this episode of BIM After Dark Live, I pull back the curtain on The North Wing Project, my own home addition that I designed, modeled in Revit, and built myself.
I’ll walk through:
- A discussion about funding options for projects like this and what it means for architects and contractors.
- A full cost breakdown of every trade and line item 💰
- The stories behind each scope of work with Revit visuals and site photos
- What I’d do differently next time
If you’re an architect, builder, or homeowner who’s curious about the real numbers behind a design-build project, this one’s for you.
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Twinmotion 2025.2 just dropped, and this update is packed with major new features for architectural visualization. Join me live as I explore and demo the biggest changes:
Nanite support → handle ultra-detailed geometry with better performance and what it means for Revit users.
Parallax Windows → add realistic depth to interiors without heavy modeling
3D Grass Material → next-level realism for landscapes and site models
Animations & Configurators → more power for client presentations and interactivity and how to interact with your Revit models in Twinmotion
Configurators... this is a 2025 release item but has also had some updates in 2025.2
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Useful Links:
Twinmotion 2025.2 release notes
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In the final days of getting "water tight" we are framing and sheathing the roof! Did we get it watertight within the 28 day goal I set...? Tune in to find out!
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In this week's office hour session I give a little overview of Revit phasing and how being able to create filters for Phases opens the door to new and exciting things! Like... Multi-phase demolition plans!
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Every other week I hold a private call with members of the BIM After Dark Community. I thought it would be valuable to highlight some of the conversations here on the channel. If you think you could benefit from an Office Hour like this one, Join the BIM After Dark Community for full courses, support, and sample files today!
We’re heading up on Day 14 of the North Wing build! In this episode, I’m framing ceiling joists and cutting in skylight openings that will bring natural light into the new primary bath. You'll also catch a quick behind-the-scenes look at how I used Revit to plan this phase of the project. Whether you're into hands-on building, BIM workflows, or just love seeing a house come together—this one’s for you.
On this episode of The North Wing we add floor joists, blocking, joist hangers, and MORE joist hangers. I also refer to the Autodesk Revit model and talk a bit about what a "rim board header" is and how we resolved the floor around our existing fireplace...
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On this episode of The North Wing, I'm finally strapping on the tool belt and diving headfirst into framing! But there's a major catch—I have only 28 days to reach water tight.
To tackle this huge challenge, I've paused ALL my other work and commitments for 4 intense weeks dedicated solely to framing. The clock is ticking, and the pressure is on. Can we get the North Wing sealed and water tight before time runs out?
Follow along to see the process unfold, and find out if this ambitious goal is achievable for an amateur carpenter like myself...
Click here to view Part 13 of The North Wing design, BIM, build project...
