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KOZ Architects' Transition to 3D Design with Archicad: A Case Study
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- Robots - Collaborative Robots
- Sensors - Environmental Sensors
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- Buildings
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- Product Research & Development
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The Challenge
KOZ Architects, founded by Christophe Ouhayoun and Nicolas Ziesel in 1999, had been using 2D design software for their architectural projects. However, they found the process of designing a project in plan, then modeling it for communication, and making a specific model for thermal simulation to be inefficient and time-consuming. This challenge was particularly evident in their 'Tête en l’Air' project, which involved rehabilitating a social housing unit and creating 15 new wooden buildings. The project required a high level of detail and precision, which was difficult to achieve with 2D design software. Furthermore, the collaboration with carpenters, who think in 3D from concept to execution, highlighted the limitations of their existing 2D design tools.
About The Customer
KOZ Architects is a Paris-based architectural firm founded by Christophe Ouhayoun and Nicolas Ziesel in 1999. The firm is known for its expressive and cheerful architecture, which is founded on discussion, experimentation, and 'creative democracy.' Over the years, KOZ Architects has participated in 75 competitions and tenders, winning 27 and building 18. The firm currently relies on a 13-member team and partners like PLAN01, a group of five architectural firms and an environmental study office. KOZ Architects is committed to driving social and environmental innovations through their work.
The Solution
KOZ Architects decided to switch to Archicad, a 3D design software, in 2009. This transition was driven by the need for a more collaborative and efficient design process. Archicad allowed them to design in 3D, like the carpenters they often collaborated with, and facilitated communication with these carpenters. The software also enabled them to understand and model complex structures, such as wood structures, more effectively. Archicad's ability to handle different file types and its interoperability were also key factors in their decision. Since the switch, KOZ Architects has used Archicad in all phases of their projects, from conceptual design to execution. The software's features, such as the ability to draw elements in space with information, value, and thickness, have transformed their design process.
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