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A Leading As-Built Survey Company to Enhance Your Projects

Are you looking to elevate the accuracy and efficiency of your building projects? Would you like a precise and complete record of data and surveying for your present and future construction endeavors from a highly recognized as-built survey company...

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Case Study: Riverside Labs

The case study on the Riverside Labs project highlights the collaboration between Existing Conditions and Shawmut Design and Construction. By...

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Our portfolio.

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Existing Conditions’ History, Experience, and Portfolio

For over 26 years, Existing Conditions has created reliable as-built drawings and existing condition surveys for the best professionals in the...

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Celebrating National Science Day with Existing Conditions

In honor of National Science Day, we're excited to share our exceptional portfolio of science projects with all our readers. At Existing Conditions,...

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As-Built Survey Services: Making Choices from the Existing

A project’s success is often connected to how well the surroundings and existing conditions are understood, and how these factors can impact the...

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Existing Conditions Launches "Innovation Challenge 2024"

Boston, MA, February 26th, 2024, – Existing Conditions is proud to present its second “Innovation Challenge” offering up to $3,000 in prizes, ...

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The Evolution of Equipment at Existing Conditions

For over 26 years, Existing Conditions has been at the forefront of the industry. Before incorporating advanced reality capture equipment, we relied...

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Leveraging Existing Conditions' 26 Years of As-Built Drawings Service

The development of any building project has a significant number of key components; a good architectural design, stable financing, and an established...

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Case Study: New York Stock Exchange

This case study discusses the remarkable journey of Existing Conditions in a project spanning almost a decade at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE),...

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2023 AIA Queens Holiday Party Recap

Dive into the recap of the AIA Queens Chapter Annual Holiday Party held on December 7th, 2023. In this blog, we'll explore the memorable moments,...

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Holly Vaillancourt Honored by the Worcester Business Journal

It is with great honor that we announce that our Operations Director, Holly Vaillancourt, has been recognized as one of the Worcester Business...

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2023 AIA Brooklyn Design Awards Program Recap

Welcome to a glimpse into the vibrant world of architectural innovation and design excellence – the AIA Brooklyn Design Awards. In this blog, we...

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Case Study: South Street Landing

Explore the transformation of South Street Landing, formerly known as 'The Narragansett Electric Company Power Station,' in the heart of Providence,...

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2023: in Review

Let's reflect on 2023 at Existing Conditions—a year of growth, achievement, and collective dedication. This recap delves into our commitment to...

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Interview with Stephanie Colon: Second Place Winner of The Existing Conditions Innovation Challenge 2023

In launching our inaugural Existing Conditions Innovation Challenge in February 2023, we set out to empower the next generation of architects.

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Case Study: United States Senate Chamber Reproduction

This case study discusses the recreation of the historic U.S. Senate Chamber. Explore the collaboration between the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for...

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Interview with Nicolas Mateus: Winner of The Existing Conditions Innovation Challenge 2023

In launching our inaugural Existing Conditions Innovation Challenge in February 2023, we set out to empower the next generation of architects.

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Exploring Existing Conditions' Diverse U.S. Project Portfolio

In the world of architecture and construction, precision is paramount. Welcome to Existing Conditions, where our 25-year legacy of excellence is...

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3D Revit model, aerial drone imagery, and 2D CAD drawings of the Worcester Memorial Auditorium.

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Case Study: Worcester Memorial Auditorium

This case study delves into the ongoing and remarkable transformation of Worcester Memorial Auditorium (locally known as the Aud), an architectural...

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Kurt Yeghian and Wylde LaTulippe

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From Challenges to Achievements: My Internship at Existing Conditions

Learn about my marketing internship experience at Existing Conditions. Delve into the role and responsibilities I was entrusted with, the challenges...

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Case Study: Rough Point Museum

This case study explores the restoration of the Rough Point Museum in Newport, Rhode Island. Embark on a journey of preservation and innovation as ...

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How to Choose a Laser Scanning Company

When it comes to getting as built drawings of a building, nothing is more important than the quality of the data. And in order to gather accurate data

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Protecting Your Most Valuable Real Estate Assets

The old ways are not good enough anymore. I recently spoke with a colleague regarding how the industry has changed. The old, inaccurate ways of doing...

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The Existing Conditions team with our state-of-the-art equipment

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The Power of Accurate Data: Unlocking Success with Existing Conditions

In the dynamic world of the building industry, finding a reliable partner who understands your unique needs and delivers real results is easier said...

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Laser Scan Data with Building Information Model Overlay

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Case Study: The Colony Hotel

This case study explores the remarkable restoration of the iconic Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida. Discover how Existing Conditions partnered...

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In recent years, the commercial real estate industry has experienced significant transformations driven by advancements in technology. These changes have revolutionized the way investors approach commercial real estate deals, ushering in a new era of opportunities. By collaborating with building industry experts, CRE investors can enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.

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How Commercial Real Estate Investors Stay Accurate

In recent years, the commercial real estate industry has experienced significant transformations driven by advancements in technology. These changes...

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Expert Consultation & Support: Your Partner in the Building Industry

At Existing Conditions, we believe that building industry professionals deserve the best possible support when it comes to using accurate existing...

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Case Study: 1836 Biscayne Boulevard

This case study delves into the ongoing transformation of 1836 Biscayne Boulevard, an esteemed historic church in Miami, as it evolves into a...

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Exterior rendering of laser scan data with building information model overlay

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Case Study: Northeastern University

This case study provides a detailed look at how Existing Conditions partnered with Northeastern University and LeMessurier to capture accurate...

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Exterior Rendering of 270 Bay State Road

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Innovations in the Sky! New Technology in Facade Surveying

Aerial imaging is not a recent invention. French photographer Gaspard-Félix Tournachon captured images above Paris in 1858. His mechanism of flight:...

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Exterior rendering of Suffield Academy

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Case Study: Suffield Academy

Behind every successful renovation or construction project lies one crucial factor - accurate and up-to-date building documentation. This is...

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Tufts University Students

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The Value of Experience: How Existing Conditions Handles On-Site Risks During Facade Surveys

Existing Conditions has over 25 years of experience surveying buildings, and as a result, we have experience overcoming nearly all of the risks and...

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Laser Scan Data with Building Information Model Overlay of 470 Atlantic

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The Future of BIM and Smart Cities

Since 1997, Existing Conditions has measured and documented an estimated 500 million square feet of space for architects, engineers, building owners,...

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Monomoy Road Residence

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Case Study: Monomoy Road Residence

This case study discusses the renovation of the historic Monomoy Road Residence in Nantucket, emphasizing the preservation of the island's unique...

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What to Expect During a Facade Survey: A Comprehensive Guide

Existing Conditions recently surveyed a Boston University building at 270 Bay State Road in Boston. Despite some fog and clouds, the team...

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Existing Conditions Innovation Challenge

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Existing Conditions Launches First “Innovation Challenge”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE {Boston, MA, February, 28, 2023} – Existing Conditions is proud to present its first “Innovation Challenge” offering up to...

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NYC’s Façade Inspection Safety Program (FISP): New Avenues for Drone Technology in Facade Surveying

New York City has a long and tragic history of falling debris from deteriorating building facades, striking pedestrians. Each year, loose bricks,...

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Introduction of the Building Blocks Benefit

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Supporting City Tech's Building Blocks Benefit

The Existing Conditions team had the pleasure of donating to and sponsoring City Tech’s first-ever annual Building Blocks Benefit. Our team was blown...

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An Angle View of The Little Building

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Case Study: The Little Building

This case study discusses the successful preservation and restoration of The Little Building in Boston through the use of advanced laser scanning...

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Amanda Zaslow, Charlene Gilman, and Paul Lindsey

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An Unforgettable Experience at AIA Philadelphia's Design Awards

The AIA Philadelphia Design Awards event is a celebration that brings professionals in the architecture and design industry together. It was my and...

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Existing Conditions Sponsors the AIA Rhode Island Honor and Design Awards Celebration: Supporting Excellence in Architecture

We are thrilled to have participated as a bar sponsor in the AIA Rhode Island Honors and Awards event for the first time this year. The evening was a...

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Holiday Cheer at the AIA Queens Party

Our team at Existing Conditions had a great experience attending the AIA Queens Holiday Party this year. The event was held at the beautiful Terrace...

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A Look Inside AIA Brooklyn's Design Awards Program: Our Recap | Existing Conditions

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A Look Inside AIA Brooklyn's Design Awards Program: Our Recap

Our team members at Existing Conditions were delighted to attend the Brooklyn Design Awards for their very first time, organized by the AIA Brooklyn...

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From Theory to Practice: Working with Tufts University Marketing Students

The Beginning of Our Work with Tufts University Our partnership with Tufts University began back in 2013 when we were asked to scan and model all...

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The Smart Way for Starting Capital Projects | Existing Conditions

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The Smart Way for Starting Capital Projects

Starting capital projects off right requires not just knowledge of your fundamental assets, but accurate data on those assets as well. Many times,...

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The Complete Process: Soup to Nuts | Existing Conditions

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The Complete Process: Soup to Nuts

Existing Conditions delivers high-quality documentation more accurately, efficiently, and cost-effectively than anyone else. Our team has measured...

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Existing Conditions Announces 3D Laser Scanner Donation to The Boston Architectural College

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Existing Conditions Announces 3D Laser Scanner Donation to The Boston Architectural College

{Boston, MA, June 16, 2022} – Existing Conditions founder and CEO Kurt Yeghian announced the donation of a FARO X-120 3D laser scanner with software,...

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10 Common Misconceptions about Virtual Site Visits | Existing Conditions

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10 Common Misconceptions about Virtual Site Visits

WHAT IS A VIRTUAL SITE VISIT? Our Virtual Site Visits platform is an easy and low-cost way to access spatial data of your building or project – from...

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Hidden Problems Are Revealed Through Drone Surveys

Often when people see drones flying nearby, they think of a kid's toy, of commercial flyover footage and blockbuster movies, or maybe even search and...

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accurate 3D scan data

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Updated 3D Scanning Data For Accurate Building Documentation: Read Our New Guide

Accurate building documentation relies on technology and expertise. Our New Year, New Tools guide examines how Existing Conditions leverages...

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VLX Scanning

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What Is The Precision Of VLX Scanning?

3D laser scanning and building information modeling (BIM) is used for several applications in fields such as architecture, engineering, and...

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Modernizing Real Estate Management

Investing in real estate presents many unique opportunities — and challenges — that don't exist in conventional capital markets.

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The Business Case For Existing Condition Surveys

Imagine your friend came up to you and was talking about their recent purchase of a used car. When you ask them for details, they say, "I don't have...

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Your Jobsite at Your Fingertips: Making Remote Work... Work!

For over a year, our news feeds have been flooded with articles about how the global pandemic forced everyone to adapt their work lives seemingly...

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Case Study: Williams College

How is this historic institution on the cutting edge of the building industry? They recognize the value of the technology we employ and the services...

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Case Study: 51 Madison

The project at 51 Madison Avenue in New York City came to us via a trusted owner's representative. We had the honor of working on a one-of-a-kind,...

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Exterior Scan Data of 101 Federal Street

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Case Study: 101 Federal Street

Owning a building means you're responsible for something that's both an asset and a liability. On one hand, you are the steward for a huge amount of...

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BC Alumni Stadium 50 Yard Line

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Case Study: Boston College

Boston College is a 153-year-old private Jesuit research institution in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. It is the city of Boston's first institution of...

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Need Accurate Building Measurements? Here Are 3 Ways to Get Them

You need building measurements and you need them to be accurate. The good news is that modern technology is on your side. Thanks to the progression...

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Case Study: New York Historical Society

How is it possible to scan and analyze an entire building in a short amount of time? We were able to do so by working closely with an owner's...

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How Drone Surveying Can Elevate Your Next Project

The role of drones in real estate continues to evolve and is one of the most promising technologies in the building industry. As a relatively new...

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How New Technology Can Augment (Or Even Replace) Your Historic Building Drawings

Historic buildings are an important part of the heritage and legacy of the context in which they sit. People mark the passage of time with them,...

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The What, Why and How of As Built Drawings

A single factor can make a massive difference in your construction projects: as-built drawings. From planning to execution, these drawings — when...

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How Real Estate Investors Reduce Risk and Add Value with BIM Technology

As a real estate investor, you could be involved in the purchase, ownership, maintenance, and rental/sale of a property all in the same day. The...

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BIM Cost Per Square Foot: Helping Asset Managers Succeed

As a real estate asset manager, an accurate and up-to-date portfolio is vital to your success. It’s your responsibility to oversee the financial...

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What is the Precision of 3D Laser Scanning With Existing Conditions?

Building information modeling (BIM) and laser scanning has several uses in a variety of industries, including architecture, engineering,...

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Real Estate Risk Management & 3D Laser Scanning

Working in real estate development can lead to a lucrative career. But with major financial investments comes a significant amount of risk. Luckily,...

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Laser Scanning and BIM for Commercial Real Estate

Laser scanning and BIM are foundational digital assets that have been providing situational awareness and actionable data to the commercial real...

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What to Expect During Your 3D Building Scan

Today, more and more professionals in the architecture, engineering and construction industries are turning to 3D reality capture for comprehensive...

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How to get a quote

3D laser scans and Building Information Modeling (BIM) are the most cost-effective and precise methods for comprehensive building documentation...

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How Owners and Developers Benefit from Laser Scanning and BIM

We know firsthand and through deep market research about the positive impact laser scanning and BIM has on multiple industries. In fact, these...

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3d laser scanning services

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How General Contractors Benefit From 3D Laser Scanning Services And BIM

For decades, the best builders and general contractors in the world have worked with Existing Conditions. Since 1997, we’ve been providing them with...

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Here’s How Engineers Benefit from Laser Scanning and BIM

Engineering firms around the world like VHB, Jensen Hughes, and Stantec have been leveraging our laser scanning and BIM expertise for decades. The...

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How Architects Benefit from Laser Scanning and BIM

For decades, Existing Conditions has been providing situational awareness for architects around the globe. From Studio Troika to Gensler and SOM, we...

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Why Universities Leverage Laser Scanning and BIM for their Campuses

Finding your way around a big university campus is notoriously tricky. To make campuses less intimidating and easier to navigate, schools have been...

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Who Can Benefit From BIM?

You can’t go far in the AEC or CRE industries without hearing about the power of BIM and its many uses. In fact, there are numerous industries who...

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The Uses of Laser Scanning within Real Estate and Beyond

Laser scanning and building information modeling turn the physical into the digital. They provide you with incredibly powerful tools and data with...

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What Are The Benefits Of BIM (Building Information Modeling)?

For more than two decades, Existing Conditions has been providing existing conditions building surveys, 3D laser scanning, and building information...

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what is 3d scanning

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What Is 3D Scanning?

This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get from our new clients. With more than 20 years of experience in the building information...

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The Five Most Requested Existing Conditions Drawings for Architects

Existing Conditions provides architects with situational awareness and empower them with the confidence to make smart decisions. Depending on the...

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What is BIM?

Successful construction and infrastructure projects are backed by smart decision-making. Without accurate, real-time building data, this is virtually...

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