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Reshaping a 1960s Icon: The 600 Building's Journey with Autodesk Solutions

Reshaping a 1960s Icon: The 600 Building's Journey with Autodesk Solutions

Customer challenge

The 600 Building, an iconic 1960s office building in Corpus Christi, Texas, presented several unique challenges as it underwent a comprehensive modernization and transformation into a contemporary mixed-use, multi-family development. One of the most prominent challenges, according to Pinnacle Infotech, was preserving the historical significance of the structure.  The building had been designated historically significant by the Texas Historical Commission and the National Register of Historic Places due to its distinctive, eclectic modernist design. Therefore, any modifications had to align with strict historical preservation guidelines, necessitating meticulous attention to detail and authenticity in every aspect of the project. The interior required extensive modernization to meet contemporary standards and requirements. Furthermore, ensuring the new construction, renovation, and demolition phases were precisely coordinated presented a logistical challenge. In the face of these complexities, Pinnacle sought a solution that could not only meet the historical preservation requirements but also enhance overall project coordination and efficiency. It was clear that Autodesk solutions would play a vital role in navigating these challenges successfully and ensuring the project's long-term success.

Project goals

  • The project aimed to bring the 1960s office building into the 21st century by comprehensively modernizing its interior and exterior while adapting it for mixed-use, multi-family purposes.

  • The client wanted to improve the functionality and aesthetics of the building, making it more appealing to residents while retaining its unique and eclectic modernist design.

  • Effective coordination of the new construction, renovation, and demolition phases was also required.

  • The project also aimed to bring the building up to current building codes, safety standards, and accessibility requirements. 

Solution

The 600 Building project harnessed the power of Autodesk tools to overcome its challenges and realize its ambitious goals. Leveraging BIM 360 and Revit, the project team streamlined collaboration, reducing the risk of conflicts and ensuring well-coordinated and conflict-free models. The use of these tools greatly enhanced the richness of design awareness, enabling project stakeholders to visualize the building at any stage of its development. Additionally, the project benefited from improved cost estimation, as BOQs became precise and risk items were readily identifiable. Autodesk's solutions facilitated a comprehensive approach to project documentation, from pre-construction building models to on-site execution. The adoption of BIM 360 by us enabled faster synchronization and remote collaboration, which is also essential in a post-pandemic world. This, in turn, led to increased productivity, cost savings, and a transparent and secure data-sharing environment. As a result of using Autodesk's tools, we achieved the project’s historic preservation objectives, modernized the building while maintaining its original aesthetic, and ensured compliance with current codes. 

Business outcome

The implementation of Autodesk tools brought about transformative business outcomes for the 600-building project. Notably, it led to substantial improvements in efficiency and productivity, reducing project timelines significantly. The use of BIM 360 facilitated remote collaboration while also providing a secure platform for data sharing. This led to substantial time savings in tracking and resolving project issues.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Autodesk has brought innovation, efficiency, and a sustainable future to this historical transformation of the 600-building by Pinnacle Infotech. Through a combination of advanced tools and collaborative workflows, Pinnacle successfully navigated complexities, realizing its goals and ensuring the project's enduring value. This project serves as a testament to the power of technology in preserving history while embracing the future.

Project summary

    Duration & delivery

  • 299

    Autodesk solutions

  • AutoCAD
  • BIM 360
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD

    Services provided

  • BIM
  • BIM/CAD Standards
  • Assessment of Needs
  • Implementation
  • 3D Modeling
  • AEC

    Customer industry

  • Architecture
  • Civil Engineering
  • Construction Design
  • Facility Management
  • MEP Engineering
  • Mining & Quarrying
  • Oil & Gas
  • Other Engineering Industries
  • Structural Engineering
  • Utilities & Telecommunications
  • Water & Wastewater
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