1. National Museum of the American Indian
Architect: Douglas Cardinal; Polshek Partnership
Completed: 2004
Style: Expressionist
The building incorporates nature throughout the design, representing a block carved by wind and water. The building faces east, toward the rising sun.
Our first introduction to the 3D Building Information Model
Was on the National Museum of the American Indian.
It helped promote the possible use of visualization as
Communication tool, combined with all the features of
Interoperability of multiple data sources.
However, it was a bit early, as the various standards and
Software required further development to allow implementation
Without being on the “bleeding” edge.

2. National Museum of American History
Architect: Walker Cain
Completed: 1964
Style: Post-War Modern
Currently closed for renovation, including a new central gallery to display the Star-Spangled Banner.

3. National Museum of American History
Comprehensive Facilities Development Plan
Our A/E contractors are also using the latest technology by combining data sources such as:
Google Earth city models;
GIS data from Washington DC GIS Consortium
Space Classification and Architectural Records from our own Geospatial Engineering Division
And pulling together a 3D BIMwhich serves as a
great Programming and communication tool for both the
American History Facilities development plan and the
Building renovation centered around the new Star Spangled Banner exhibit.
Google Earth 3D, DC GIS Consortia,
SI Space Classifications & 3D Architectural Records

4. Smithsonian- A Work in Progress
SI Wide Master Plans
including collections support and
pan-institution functions (SBV, libraries)
SI Wide Real Property (Asset Management)
coordination, consolidation, cost management
Enhance Integrated Project Teams
self assessment and improve customer focus
Expand CII Best Practices
Integrate Technology Accelerators
Building Information Models
centralized and accessible facility data
Improve Commissioning and Project Turnover
Increase Percentage of Sustainable Projects

5. Come See Us
SAFETY NOTE
First and Last, Always think SAFETY!!

6. Thank you!! Clair F. Gill Deputy Director/CoS gillc@si.edu
William W. Brubaker
Director
Office:(202)