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Teikoku Real Estate Strengthens BIM Practices with Government Support

Teikoku Real Estate Co., Ltd., based in Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, is taking a significant step forward in enhancing its Building Information Modeling (BIM) operational framework with the support of Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The initiative, known as the "GX-DX Promotion Project," aims to foster the widespread adoption of BIM within the construction industry, specifically addressing the integration of building lifecycle CO2 reduction strategies alongside BIM technology.

Since establishing a specialized team in 2021, Teikoku Real Estate has made strides in promoting consistent BIM usage across its design, estimation, and ordering processes. This initiative seeks to fortify collaborations among partner firms and elevate the overall effectiveness of BIM implementation in the industry. Despite progress, a recent survey by the Ministry revealed that BIM adoption rates in the construction sector stand at around 45%, with limited concrete applications at practical levels, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises that face challenges related to high implementation costs and operational burdens.

In light of these findings, the Ministry has launched the "GX-DX Promotion Project," which provides support for the integrated application of BIM technology and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of CO2 emissions in buildings. Starting from April 2026, operational changes will introduce BIM drawing reviews, emphasizing the transition from adoption to practical application in real-world projects.

Teikoku Real Estate seeks to leverage this subsidy project to expand BIM application across partner firms and strengthen its practical implementation framework. Between May 1, 2025, and February 28, 2026, Teikoku plans to utilize this subsidy for 59 properties, covering expenses related to BIM model creation, licensing, and payments for BIM coordinators and modelers. This initiative is anticipated to alleviate financial barriers, thus broadening the scope of BIM usage and facilitating skills acquisition within the company.

Specific Initiatives

• - Implementation of New Add-ons: Teikoku Real Estate will incorporate new add-ons to enhance BIM functionalities.
• - Promotion of BIM Adoption Among Partners: The company will encourage partner firms to embrace BIM technologies and practices.
• - Expansion of BIM Usage Within the Company: Efforts will be made to broaden the departments utilizing BIM to improve overall integration.

Expected Outcomes

• - Increase in Internal BIM Adoption Rates: With enhanced usage, the company expects a rise in internal BIM adoption rates across all departments.
• - Broader BIM Talent Pool: A significant expansion of personnel skilled in BIM technologies is anticipated.
• - Enhanced Employee Motivation: Employees utilizing BIM will likely experience increased motivation and engagement.

Future Outlook

As government initiatives pave the way for the integration of BIM into building confirmation and administrative processes, Teikoku Real Estate aims to utilize its established foundation to support forthcoming changes, including:

• - Compliance with BIM Data for Confirmation Applications by Spring 2029: This initiative will tap into BIM data to streamline the confirmation application process.
• - Automation of Steel Fabrication Drawings: Efforts will focus on automating the creation of these essential drawings.
• - Testing Automation of Volume Planning: The firm plans to analyze the feasibility of automated solutions within its workflow.
• - Standardization and Efficiency in Business Processes: Enhancing collaboration with partner firms will aim at standardizing workflows and reducing labor requirements.

Through these comprehensive efforts, Teikoku Real Estate intends to enhance the design, construction, and application processes while contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions across the building lifecycle.
While the current subsidy program limits LCA evaluation to certain projects, Teikoku plans to expand its target properties should the initiative continue. With plans to start construction on 150 new projects in the coming year, the company is committed to driving significant progress in decarbonization as a key player in social infrastructure development.

About Teikoku Real Estate Co., Ltd.

Renamed in May 2026 from Architect Developer, Teikoku Real Estate embraces the philosophy of "Creating Beautiful Lifestyles through Housing." The company specializes in the development and management of rental multifamily housing under a unified operational model. With a data-driven approach and expertise in finance, combined with the passion of its employees, Teikoku Real Estate aims to provide optimal value to owners, investors, and residents. Looking ahead, the company is dedicated to co-creating the future of communities with a long-term vision spanning 50 to 100 years.

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