The Role of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Enhancing Interior Architecture Education

Abstract

Abstract

The main objective of the process of the interior architecture education is to prepare an efficient and skillful designer with the ability to practice the profession and compete at the local and international job markets. A look at the actual practice of interior architecture education in Egypt and the Arab world shows that it is based solely on the use of (CAD) technology, which creates only two or three-dimensional lines and shapes. Building Information Modeling (BIM), however, is a smart technology that deals with parameteric information elements, not just solid lines and forms. The present study identifies the possibilities, significance and methodology of using (BIM) technology to enhance the education of interior architecture. Integrating (BIM) technology into the educational process will improve it and improve students' knowledge and designing and creative skills, which will in turn promote the profession in general. This field study followed the descriptive, analytical and applied method to show some of (BIM)'s various options and capabilities beneficial to both students and designers. The study confirmed the importance of using (BIM) technology in interior architecture education and highlighted some conclusions, suggestions, solutions and recommendations that emphasize the role of building information modeling in enhancing interior architecture education.