Building Information Modelling (BIM) is transforming the design, construction and management of buildings, and Triplar’s design team is at the cutting edge of developments in retail.

The processes employed within BIM add time and cost as additional dimensions to 3D models, giving a holistic perspective of projects. Additional information is added to models as they pass between various stages – from design to construction and maintenance – building a detailed picture of a facility throughout its lifespan.

Project design co-ordinator Matthew White said: “It is not uncommon for us to revisit stores as part of shop fitting projects, or to undertaken maintenance of stores. Utilising BIM from the earliest stages when we are undertaking a turnkey project has obvious advantages for the client, in terms of the accessibility and storage of information, and can also aid us when revisiting stores or other fit-out projects.

“That is why we are looking to use advanced modelling in every applicable situation. Adoption of BIM has grown significantly in the UK and we recognise it as an important tool for design, construction and future maintenance.”