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Building Information Modelling (BIM) is the use of a shared digital representation of an asset (visual 3D models and structured data) that helps us to plan, design, operate and manage the asset more efficiently, throughout its whole lifecycle. There are three main pillars of BIM to make this happen: People, Processes and Technology.

The heart of a home is usually in the kitchen, where people end up gathering not only to eat but to have interesting and meaningful conversations. This captures the very essence of our company! We want our community to feel comfortable and willing to have open and honest conversations about BIM, removing any judgement or formality. We also found a likeness from operating in an office with operating in a kitchen; and found that our culinary metaphor makes BIM concepts more accessible, memorable and easy for people to understand.

No! Despite the 'kitchen' in our name, we do not design or build kitchens. We love cooking, eating and filming in kitchens though if you have one we can use!

The BIM Kitchen is based in Vancouver, BC (Canada), but thanks to the internet, we are able to work globally with clients across various locations. Contact us to discuss your specific situation!

We provide BIM consulting, education, and community engagement services. Think of us as your culinary guides in the world of BIM! We help organizations develop BIM strategies, provide ongoing support, deliver engaging training, and foster industry conversations through events and content. Learn more on 'Our Services' page.

As a result of the whole lifecycle impact that BIM has, our services are designed for anyone involved in the design and construction process, from BIM beginners to seasoned professionals, including: owners, developers, architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, facility managers, students.

Contact us to discuss your specific needs! BIM is not a straight set menu — whether you need strategic planning, ongoing support, training, or a combination, we'll help you identify the best approach for your situation.

A BIM strategy is your own tailored cookbook (your plan) for successful BIM implementation. It ensures BIM initiatives align with your overall business goals and provides a clear direction for implementation. Without a strategy, BIM adoption often lacks direction and fails to deliver expected benefits.

Yes! We develop BIM specifications, requirements, contract documents, BIM execution plans (BEPs), process guidance documents, and templates. Clear documentation is essential for consistency, collaboration, and quality delivery. We can also train your teams on when and how to use these documents.

A BIM Execution Plan (BEP) is a 'living' document that contains the detailed methodology for carrying out BIM on a project and is the go-to guide for any project team member. It contains all necessary information for efficient collaboration and execution, including who, what, where, when, why and how. The BIM Kitchen can review existing BEPs, create new project-specific plans, or develop base templates for ongoing use.

Absolutely! We identify and define each role affected by BIM within your organization or project, along with the fundamental capabilities associated with them. This drives collaboration, brings clarity to team responsibilities and optimizes information flow.

For sure! We can act as your in-house BIM experts, leveraging our expertise, knowledge and skills to address your needs. We are passionate about BIM being executed with great care to bring the best quality and output that benefits companies and projects. If there is a gap you recognize, we would be happy to support whilst growing and developing the wider team.

Yes, we can help you build a capable BIM team by assisting with identifying the roles needed, creating job advertisements, conducting interviews, and carrying out candidate reviews on your behalf.

The BIM Kitchen was born from our passion to provide high quality BIM education that's actually fun! We make complex concepts simple and engaging, so participants feel confident and excited to apply what they've learned immediately.

Our training covers general basics and fundamentals of BIM, but also delves deeper into specific topics — for example: BIM Execution Plans, BIM Requirements, Level of Development (LOD), BIM Contracts, BIM Workflows, Asset Management, QA/QC, Change Management, Collaboration, etc. We can also design customized material to deliver impactful training on any BIM topic you're struggling with.

We provide dynamic workshops, interactive presentations, and participate in industry events which can take place in-person or online. We focus on hands-on, practical engagement rather than purely theoretical content.

We encourage everyone from BIM novices to experts to take part in BIM training and events. BIM implementation is a change to how we traditionally work, and the information is like gold that needs to be accessed and utilized by all project team members, no matter what their role is.

Yes! Everyone is welcome at our table, regardless of your BIM knowledge or experience. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen the BIM community and we want to hear from you no matter where you are in your BIM
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Yes! Everyone is welcome at our table, regardless of your BIM knowledge or experience. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen the BIM community and we want to hear from you no matter where you are in your BIM journey!

Our vlogs feature short recorded conversations with industry professionals sharing real, honest opinions and fresh perspectives on BIM. They're designed to be an open and honest voice, stimulate thinking and spark inspiration. Check out our channel here and reach out to us if you would like to be interviewed!

If you're reading this, you're already in! We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences and we invite community members to participate in our conversations, events and connect with us through email, social media channels or in-person!

Yes! Whether you're a small firm just starting to explore BIM or a large organization looking to optimize existing processes, we can tailor our services to your scale and needs. There is no project too small or too big to implement BIM on!

This varies based on your needs and goals. After an initial discussion (~30 minutes), we'll follow up and develop a customized approach and timeline to your address needs and desired outcomes. Book a time with us!

Our mission is to advance the BIM culture around us! As such, we are happy to offer organizations a BIM Fundamentals talk (an introduction to BIM) or a Project Audit (BIM performance assessment) at no cost. For individuals, our door is always open to hear from you and we'd be happy to have a conversation if you have any questions or ideas to share. Contact us to arrange a meeting!

Our website is a great way to stay updated on our events and publications. Visit our 'Food for Thought' page for links to our vlogs, blogs and useful resources. We also share our knowledge through social media, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube to stay informed!