DBIA is at the forefront of leveraging model-based techniques to enhance Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes and elevate collaboration among project teams.
VDC involves developing reliable multidisciplinary building information models to digitally deliver information across the Design-Construct-Operate continuum. This approach enables design-build teams to create a connected digital ecosystem that supports early design iterations, sustainability and constructability analysis and collaborative decision-making.
Within the collaborative framework of Design-Build Done Right®, VDC thrives by integrating people, process and technology. DBIA recognizes the critical role of technology and innovation in supporting seamless teamwork within design-build projects, empowering teams to work together more efficiently.
As the leading national association representing design and construction professionals, DBIA provides targeted VDC education, training and resources to our members, enabling better collaboration and project outcomes in design-build projects.
2025 Virtual Design & Construction Leadership Exchange (VDCLEx)
The Virtual Design & Construction Leadership Exchange (VDCLEx) is back as a half-day pre-conference event, Nov. 4, at the 2025 Design-Build Conference & Expo in Las Vegas. It includes opening and closing general sessions and two specialized tracks: one for experienced VDC professionals and the other for non-VDC professionals. The VDCLEx continues to explore how VDC is impacting designers, builders and Owners by enhancing design excellence, increasing quality and productivity, as well as improving lifecycle costs.
Learn MoreEducation
No matter what your level of VDC expertise, DBIA offers education courses to help you better understand how design and construction technology and emerging processes are integral to driving greater efficiencies on design-build projects. Sign up for the new VDC Planning and Execution courses or listen to expert VDC presentation recordings and webinars.
Get StartedResources
Virtual Design & Construction Primer
The Primer is a foundational document to help educate and elevate our membership and industry on the importance of VDC Done Right. It details the importance and value that can be realized by integrating technology and project delivery, defines key terminology and illustrates how the effective use of VDC can improve the industry.
The VDC Project Leader’s Role & Responsibilities on Design-Build Projects
This document outlines the breadth and depth of knowledge required of a VDC Project Leader on design-build projects to realize VDC Done Right. A dedicated VDC Leader is essential to aligning technology with project goals while strengthening collaboration on design-build projects through the integration of people, process and technology.
DBIA Position Statement: Virtual Design & Construction
DBIA believes VDC is a people-first approach – followed by process and technology – that optimizes the design and construction process while providing greater certainty of the outcome.
BIM Design-Build Manual of Practice
A comprehensive resource for design-build teams covering a wide range of issues vital to delivering successful projects. The BIM and Design-Build Project Delivery section covers the integration of design-build and BIM through all project phases.
Design-Build Delivers Blog, Podcasts and Webinars
Whether you prefer to listen, read or watch, DBIA has you covered as we explore how VDC is impacting designers, builders and Owners by enhancing design excellence, increasing quality and productivity, as well as improving lifecycle costs.
