Gavin Crump and I discuss Architecture, BIM, Sharing, Learning, Gaming and the World of Warcraft.
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Gavin Crump and I discuss Architecture, BIM, Sharing, Learning, Gaming and the World of Warcraft.

Summary

Earlier this week I sat down for a humble chat with Gavin Crump halfway across the world from me about the world of Architecture, BIM, sharing, teaching and the most important World of them all... World of Warcraft. Now officially Stephen's best mate since he is a gamer, super-smart on BIM and most importantly generous with his time and wants to mentor the next generation of Architecture & BIM enthusiasts . Before setting up the Aussie BIM Guru Youtube Channel and his BIM consultancy, we chat about everything from crashing the BIM model, putting in the hours as well to the future of the gaming industry.Join us on video for a casual conversation and let us know your thoughts, you can find Gavin on the Architecture Social, Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCry22yTdpgEDdzIZig7NSMQ or on LinkedIn as the 'Gavin Crump'
From Architecture to BIM Mastery: A Conversation with Gavin Crump, The Aussie BIM Guru

In this engaging episode, Stephen Drew from the Architecture Social sits down with Gavin Crump, aka the Aussie BIM Guru, for an insightful discussion on BIM, architecture, and beyond. 

They delve into Gavin's career journey from architecture student to BIM consultancy owner, discuss their overlapping interests in gaming, and offer invaluable advice for architecture graduates interested in BIM. Gavin also shares his experiences with industry challenges and the importance of human connections in the tech-driven world of BIM.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:28 Casual Chat and Personal Updates
01:02 Meeting on LinkedIn and Shared Interests
02:53 Journey into BIM and Early Career
03:36 First BIM Project Experience
04:05 Learning and Growing in BIM Roles
07:10 Advice for BIM and Architecture Students
08:28 Importance of Industry Experience
09:23 Challenges and Rewards in BIM Management
10:54 Mentorship and Career Development
13:03 Sharing Knowledge and Community Building
15:21 The Value of Open Source and Collaboration
17:17 Engagement and Continuous Learning
20:43 Balancing Standards and Flexibility
24:01 Passion and Persistence in BIM
25:27 The Role of Mentorship and Networking
30:51 The Importance of Community and Sharing
34:27 Personal Stories and Reflections
37:29 The Shepherd Analogy in Teaching
37:53 Pushing Creative Boundaries in Architecture
39:01 Navigating BIM and Industry Tools
40:16 The Importance of Programming and Visualization
42:03 Emerging Software and Open Source Development
43:49 Debating Revit and Industry Standards
46:33 Career Advice for Aspiring Architects
49:24 Balancing Passion and Professional Growth
54:42 Gaming and Personal Interests
01:00:41 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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Creators and Guests

Stephen Drew
Host
Stephen Drew
Hello! I’m Stephen Drew, Founder of the Architecture Social—an online community and resource hub dedicated to helping professionals in Architecture, Design, Development, and Real Estate advance their careers. I’m here to connect you with insights, tools, and opportunities that lead to meaningful growth, whether you’re just starting out or ready to take that next big step.