Technology
Managing building information better
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is not only modeling, but a management of that modeled information, and what project teams do with it.
Scotiabank shifts gears with new Digital Factory
The half-pixelated gear that hangs above the entryway symbolizes the output of Scotiabank’s new Digital Factory in Toronto.
Envisioning tools get an upgrade
3D and photo-realistic envisioning tools are nothing new, but they now allow changes to be made on the fly.
Bergeron Centre a model for fully integrated BIM
The use of building information modelling to develop the Bergeron Centre at York University earned the project a Canada BIM Council award.
Virtual conversations
There’s always uncertainty in how a client will interpret an imagined space and that is why virtual reality is becoming an increasingly important tool to
Student ServiceHub earns ARIDO award
Ryerson University's new Student ServiceHub has just earned an Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO) award of excellence.
Advancements in decorative glass
Decorative glass is a versatile product that has been used for centuries to meet a variety of design and structural needs. As style and design
Top 10 stories to watch in 2016
With 2016 now underway, REMI’s award-winning editorial team takes a look at the top stories from 2015 and how they will continue to impact the
Benefits of building integrated photovoltaics
Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) is one of the most promising and elegant ways of producing on site electricity directly from the sun — silently, without environmental harm or pollution, and without depletion of resources.
Home automation trends
Never before has home automation, audio or video been more exciting. Here are the top seven trends, combining innovative design and state-of-the-art technology.
Consumers looking for customized bathrooms
Consumers are demanding more from their products, namely for customized bathrooms that are tailored to their own wants and needs.
In-floor heating gaining ground in condo market
In-floor heating is gaining ground in the condo market. And coupled with the smart home technology, it allows owners to be more energy efficient.
Transforming ordinary walls into works of art
Digital wall finishes can transform an ordinary space into one that inspires and stimulates.
Electronically tintable glass
Electronically tintable glass provides dynamic control over the amount of heat and light that is admitted to the building.
High-performance bathrooms
From varying faucet spout heights to all inclusive shower systems, designs are effortlessly blending technology and style, while allowing personal customization to enhance daily activities in the home.
The ratings are in
As television prices continue to drop and sizes increase, designers need to rethink room design.
Learning to share
The Canada BIM Council (CanBIM) recently held a regional session in Vancouver. The presentations consistently emphasized one fundamental aspect of building information modeling (BIM): collaboration.