Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Information Systems
Date of Award
5-2025
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Dr. Chelsie Dubay
Committee Members
Dr. Moin Uddin, Mr. Stephen Hendrix, Mr. Jeremy Ross
Abstract
This study examines how Building Information Modeling (BIM) was used in the Ashe Street Courthouse restoration, with an emphasis on its role in heritage preservation. It follows a context-oriented instrumental case study methodology and a systematic four-step approach: reviewing literature and historical records, conducting semi-structured interviews with renovation architects, and analyzing project documentation. The study compares BIM with traditional methods to assess documentation quality, stakeholder collaboration, and project efficiency. Findings show that BIM increases documentation accuracy through real-time modifications while preserving historical data. It also enhances collaboration by providing a centralized platform for architects, engineers, and preservation specialists, reducing errors and improving decision-making. BIM reduces resource waste and shortens project timelines, leading to significant time and cost savings. This study illustrates how BIM bridges modern technology and historical preservation, emphasizing its value for sustainable restoration and providing insights that can guide future heritage renovation projects.
Document Type
Thesis - embargo
Recommended Citation
Oluwamakinde, Boluwatife J., "Assessing the Utilization of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the Preservation of Cultural Heritage: A Case Study of Ashe-Street Courthouse" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 4543. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/4543
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.
Included in
Architectural History and Criticism Commons, Architectural Technology Commons, Historic Preservation and Conservation Commons
