Gone are the days when simple, utilitarian building designs held any merit! In this fast-paced, modern age of architectural adeptness and terrific technology, there is no more room for archaic, conventional designing. And we have the sophistication of building design software to thank for this! Advancement of 3D building design not only resulted in faster, error-free construction, but also opened up numerous possibilities for architects to create their own style – and they have done so in spades!

Don’t look down!

For those that like living on the edge, 2018 saw the emergence of a new type of architectural style, which literally lets you do so! Design engineering of beautiful cliff side residences has gained massive appeal, as architects and engineers work in unison to create structurally stable lodgings, directly embedded in mountain faces!

New crayons in the box

Building Information Modeling (BIM) led to the discovery of new types of building materials, that were previously ignored. BIM implementations allow design engineers to test the structural integrity of their project using brand new raw materials. One such example can be seen in the modern trend of using concrete and cement elements in residential projects.

One with nature

Another peculiar architectural style today involves of nature in building design. While in the past this would mean clearing entire forests and leveling land to create space, BIM service providers can now take the entire area as-is, and build around nature!

Are you smarter than your house?

Internet of Things (IoT) processes in conjunction with BIM design, have helped make houses smarter. These smart structures are capable of monitoring and maintaining themselves, accurately rationing water and electricity supplies without residents even noticing the difference!

Extra points for style

Unconventional building shapes, highly stylized designs and small compact houses bursting with smart functionality is what 2018 has seen so far. Modern architects are keen to show their creative flair, and it can be seen across new structures – each distinctly vivid in the style of its creator.

What a facade!

There is a fast developing culture of focus on street facing facades in residential design. These contemporary facades seamlessly blend in with their surroundings, making the boundary between outdoors and residence indiscernible! Construction designers are also making use of materials like wood and concrete to build sprawling, luxurious facades, adding a sense of class and personality.

Special Mention

As a parting note, we’d like to mention one of our favorite modern trends so far – Virtual Reality(VR)! Building design software has progressed to a point where future homeowners can take a virtual tour through finished designs before even a single brick has been laid! The future is now!

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