Improved 3D Printing: Technology has various applications ranging from rapid prototyping in professional design companies, small-scale manufacturing by designers or engineers to first field tests in mostly single-storey buildings
Advanced 3D Laser Scanning: This technology is being increasingly used in BIM for precise measurements and creating accurate models
Rise In Prefabrication: Practice of assembling components of a structure in a factory or other manufacturing site, and transporting complete assemblies to the construction site, is on the rise in BIM
Energy Modelling – Reducing Carbon Footprint and Going Green: BIM is being used to create energy models to analyze and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings
Advancement In Cloud Computing: Cloud computing is being increasingly used in BIM for better collaboration and data management
VR/AR/MR: Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) are being increasingly used in BIM for better visualization and understanding of building designs
LiDAR/Drone Technology: The use of Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) and drone technology in BIM is another emerging trend
Building Energy Modeling: (BEM) is a versatile, multipurpose tool that is used in new construction and retrofit design, code compliance, green certification, qualification for tax credits and utility incentives, and real-time building control