Panama Museum of Biodiversity

Project Description

Another interesting Frank Gehry design, the Museum of Biodiversity, also called the Bridge of Life Museum, in Panama City is situated at the Pacific entrance to Panama Canal.

Working with BIM solutions, Dowco was tasked to detail its complicated roof framework as well as the supports for the 15 buildings. A preconstruction model and 'partially complete' general arrangement and fabrication drawings were also provided to the contractor to provide information to potential bidders. Obtaining the true size, location and geometry of the main members in the structure was done by importing the Architect's 3D model into Tekla structures, resulting in huge cost and time savings to the owner.