The complexities of managing historic buildings with BIM

Historic buildings, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites, can benefit significantly from Building Information Modeling (BIM) if tailored to their unique complexities. A study focusing on Durham Castle and Cathedral demonstrates that adopting historic BIM (HBIM) enhances asset management by addressing challenges specific to heritage structures. The research highlights the need for specialized heritage information requirements (HIR) to ensure HBIM is both coherent and relevant. By analyzing workflows applied at Durham Cathedral, the study provides insights into the drivers and obstacles of HBIM adoption, emphasizing the importance of understanding distinct heritage contexts for effective implementation.

Charlton, J., Kelly, K., Greenwood, D., & Moreton, L. (2020). The complexities of managing historic buildings with BIM. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(2), 570–583. https://doi.org/10.1108/ecam-11-2019-0621