Why Landscape Architecture Firms Are Dumping 2D CAD

The noticeable shift from 2D CAD in landscape architecture is in part due to external pressures, such as the UK’s requirement for BIM level 2 framework on government-procured projects. Even where there’s no BIM mandate, there’s inherent pressure to deliver BIM files when working with consultants who’ve already matured their workflows with BIM.

Why Landscape Architecture Firms Are Dumping 2D CAD
Nottingham City Hub. Image Courtesy of Ares Landscape Architects Ltd. Nottingham City Hub. Image Courtesy of Ares Landscape Architects Ltd.

The noticeable shift from 2D CAD in landscape architecture is in part due to external pressures, such as the UK’s requirement for BIM level 2 framework on government-procured projects. Even where there’s no BIM mandate, there’s inherent pressure to deliver BIM files when working with consultants who’ve already matured their workflows with BIM.

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