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- Revit®: A Look Behind the Curtain (Wall)

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- Integrated Project Delivery Builds a Brave, New BIM World

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- BIM and In-Process Design Visualisation
- The Architect's Desktop: Space Generation in AutoCAD® Architecture 2009 with AutoCAD Objects
- AutoCAD® Tip: Locate the Mid Point Between 2 Points Using MTP Snap Method

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- Can CAD Market Grow in an Economic Downturn?

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- New Subscription Center – Experience the "Wow!" Factor

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- Veridian Homes Uses Revit® Architecture and Autodesk® Buzzsaw® Technology to Build Greener Homes

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- The FuturArc Prize 2009
- Registrations for AU 2008 Now Open

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Dear [customer first name],

Hello and welcome to the October issue of Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) News, the newsletter designed for professionals in architecture, building and civil engineering and construction.

In this issue, you’d notice that we've got a new look - fresher and easier for you to navigate around. Learn more about Integrated Project Delivery and pick up tips on design visualisation, AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD. Read the interesting article on Can CAD Market Grow in an Economic Downturn? in view of the current financial meltdown. 

If you would like to share your comments on how we can improve this newsletter, please send them to keepintouch@autodesk.com.

Happy Reading!

The AEC News Editorial Team

Revit: A Look Behind the Curtain (Wall)

This article marks the beginning of a six-part series on the Curtain Wall feature in Autodesk Revit. Eric Wing will lead you on a thorough exploration of this important feature.

Integrated Project Delivery Builds a Brave, New BIM World

Building information modeling is being touted by its advocates as a lifesaver for complicated projects because of its ability to correct errors in the design stage and accurately schedule construction. But can AEC firms unlock the full potential of BIM while still utilising design-bid-build contracts and work processes designed for 2D design and construction?

Read more about how three projects are achieving a high degree of integrated project delivery through the use of building information modeling and other software tools in this article by Building Design and Construction.

Tip 1: BIM and In-Process Design Visualisation

Seeing a design as it emerges can guide architects and designers to make better design decisions. This tutorial examines how building information modeling (BIM) improves the designer's ability to effortlessly visualise an emerging design and judge how it will delight.

Read more about it here in an article by Rick Rundell, director of product marketing for Autodesk Building Solutions.

Tip 2: The Architect's Desktop: Space Generation in AutoCAD Architecture 2009 with AutoCAD Objects

David Koch, in his “The Architect’s Desktop” blog provides insight into the new capabilities in AutoCAD Architecture 2009 to allow more AutoCAD objects to bound spaces.

Tip 3: AutoCAD Tip: Locate the Mid Point Between 2 Points Using MTP Snap Method

This useful tip is provide by Balubharadwaj, a member of Autodesk User Group International

Can CAD Market Grow in an Economic Downturn?

In the wake of weakening orders and rising prices of raw materials, how are the IT managers and CAD managers bracing for the inevitable economic slump? Some think loosening the purse strings for well-timed training and well-placed technology might help tighten their companies' operating margins. Read more here.

New Subscription Center – experience the "Wow!" factor

We have transformed Subscription Center to better meet your needs. You can now experience single sign on, search capabilities, tailored content, more frequent updates, enhanced browser support, and fully integrated Autodesk® AliasStudio™ content. Click here to find out more.

Veridian Homes uses Revit Architecture and Autodesk Buzzsaw technology to build greener homes

"With Revit Architecture software, we can quickly make changes to our standard set of building designs, get more accurate cost estimates, and let our customers 'see' their future homes."
Dan Gorski , Vice President of Estimating, Purchasing, and Design , Veridian Homes

Find out how Veridan Homes designers use Revit® Architecture software to create a 3D virtual prototype of a building that is used not only for documentation but also for quantity takeoffs, scheduling, area calculations, and design visualisations.

The FuturArc Prize 2009: International Design Competition for Green Architecture

Autodesk is proud to be the official sponsor of the FuturArc Prize 2009 - the competition that strives to generate innovative architecture and building ideas for sustainable design in the region.

Choose from two excellent project briefs: an office building and urban park in Indonesia, and a community hub that requires you to choose a site from your own city.

Participate and win these great prizes:

• A trip for two winners to the Autodesk University 2009 in Las Vegas, USA
• Total Cash SGD24,000
• Free subscription for FuturArc Journal

We encourage you to leverage Revit Architecture software that facilitates a wide range of complex sustainable design activities and architectural ingenuity. If you don’t have Revit Architecture, request for a Trial Version today.

Registrations for AU 2008 Now Open!

Join us for the 16th Annual Autodesk University. Network with peers and industry veterans, update your skills, engage with Autodesk employees, and enjoy Subscription exclusive Red Carpet treatment. Plan now to be part of this once-a-year opportunity at The Venetian Resort Hotel in Las Vegas, December 2-5, 2008. Visit http://au.autodesk.com/event/ for details.