This summer, the Athenian Riviera is welcoming a new resort, One&Only Aesthesis, to its shores. This brand-new luxury resort, located within a 21-hectare area of protected forest reserve in Glyfada, was realised in part thanks to ExtrAXION, Alconsoft’s world-class software solution for the construction sector. The resort, which cost approximately 300 million € to construct,…
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The construction industry stands at the threshold of a technological revolution, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerging as a powerful force reshaping its landscape. From design and planning to execution and maintenance, AI is revolutionizing every aspect of construction, promising increased efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Traditionally, architects and engineers spent considerable time and effort creating designs…
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In the quest for more sustainable construction practices, Building Information Modeling (BIM) software has emerged as a powerful tool. BIM goes beyond traditional 2D drafting, allowing architects, engineers, and construction professionals to create, visualize, and manage digital representations of buildings and infrastructure. It facilitates collaboration amongst stakeholders, ensures a level of accuracy in all projects…
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It is well known that the construction industry plays a significant role in environmental impact, contributing to resource depletion, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. However, there’s a growing movement towards green construction practices aimed at mitigating these adverse effects. One crucial aspect of this movement is the integration of advanced technology like quantity takeoff (QTO)…
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In the realm of construction estimation of quantities and measurements, where precision and collaboration reign supreme, ExtrAXION emerges as a beacon of innovation, offering a multi-user mode that revolutionizes the way teams work together. In this article, we delve into the transformative power of ExtrAXION’s multi-user mode, shedding light on its seamless collaboration capabilities and…
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Estimation of quantities and measurements are a critical aspect of any construction project, serving as the foundation for budgeting, planning, and resource allocation. In the intricate landscape of project management, accuracy, and efficiency in estimation of quantities and measurements are paramount to the success of a project. This is where software tools like ExtrAXION play…
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Green construction, also known as sustainable or eco-friendly construction, is a growing movement within the construction industry that aims to minimize the environmental impact of building projects. As a rule of thumb, most buildings disrupt natural environments, with the construction sector taking a leading role in landfill, air – water pollution and CO2 emissions. Consequently,…
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Some of the most perplexing aspects of the construction sector are the effective coordination and convergence of disparate information. Intensive communications between architects, engineers and contractors, thorough supply tracking and endless sustainability reports pose a unique set of challenges for the AEC industry. Τhere has been a rising interest regarding data sets and their properties.…
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Since the 1990s the term “BIM” (Building Information Modelling) has been gradually dominating the AEC sector. In short, BIM is an intelligent 3D model-based process that involves creating and managing digital representations of the physical and functional characteristics of a building. BIM surpasses traditional 2D drawings, incorporating 3D models with data that can be utilized…
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In the dynamic world of construction, precision and efficiency are the cornerstones of every successfully realized development. Being one of the most indispensable tools in the industry, Quantity Takeoff (QTO) software is a powerful ally in the pursuit of accurate and timely project assessments. This comprehensive article, explores the key steps and strategies for using…
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