hks architects: More fun thanks to simple operation

Introducing new construction cost software without any training? What sounds like hara-kiri is an easy exercise with NOVA AVA. hks architekten in Erfurt did exactly that – and integrated NOVA AVA into their BIM workflow after just a short time.

Watch this video to find out how the employees at hks were able to get started with NOVA AVA right away. The intuitive operation made it easy for everyone to quickly familiarize themselves with the program.

The office works according to the BIM methodology, so it was obvious to include cost planning in the BIM workflow. No problem with NOVA AVA: the 3D model is transferred from Archicad to NOVA AVA via the IFC interface – and the cost calculation can begin.

Towards the end of the film, co-owner Marco Schlothauer talks about his personal experiences with the NOVA AVA subscription model and the advantages he sees for his office.
By the way, here are some
tips on the Archicad NOVA AVA BIM workflow
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"I sat down and wrote a BOQ straight away - without any training. The program is really intuitive."

Anja Schnurr, hks architekten, Erfurt