The document summarizes a joint event hosted by architectural firm Zeidler and software company Autodesk in Canada. Over 60 clients, owners, contractors, consultants and executives attended the event, which featured presentations by Zeidler partners on 4 BIM projects. Attendees also toured Autodesk's VIZ Studio and roof deck. The event was considered a success in bringing together the two companies and their clients to showcase BIM capabilities. Zeidler is considering hosting similar events in Western Canada going forward.

1. Results of the First Joint
Architect and Autodesk
Event in Canada
zrpa.com

2. The Invitation – developed by zeidler
Objective:
● 60 people
● Social and
Networking Event
● Utilize Autodesk
VIZ Studio and
Roof Deck
● Owners,
Contractors,
Consultants
Executives
● Split the cost
between Autodesk
and zeidler

3. The Partners and Associates

4. The Kick-off in the Autodesk Viz Studio - Toronto

5. A Familiar Slide – Allan Munn - Senior Partner

6. Minto Project – Gerald Stein - Partner

7. Calgary City Centre Project – Vaidila Banelis - Partner

8. The Bow, Encana Corp. – David Jefferies- Principal

13. All 4 Partners
presented 3
BIM projects
within a span of
40 minutes
(excellent to
witness) while
an ADSK’er
stands by ☺

14. Over 60 in Attendance – clients and consulting partners

15. Closing Remarks
Please note the concluding bullet points

16. Our Oscar Came Out
Pictures were taken of arriving guests with Oscar

17. A Happy Principle
Zeidler developed a printed booklet showcasing their
BIM projects, and a Thumb Drive that contained their
presentations and several Revit models, which were
both handed out to all attendees.
“Our team (Zeidler) put in 6 weeks of fairly intense
coordination, preparation and practice. The
responses from our guests and Autodesk were
remarkably positive, so the effort seems to have
been worth it.” - Ian Fairlie
Thanks to all that helped from Autodesk:
Lisa Witty
Maria Oliveira
Bill McIntosh
Pierre Hoppener
Dave Stevens
Tracy Childerhose
John King

18. Conclusion - Networking over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
Zeidler is considering a reproduction of this format in Western Canada.
Zeidler and Autodesk consider this a great success and we have solidified a great partnership.