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Saddiq Ur Rehman

PhD Student | Department of Architecture | Kyung Hee University

I am a PhD Candidate in the ITA Lab under the supervision of Professor Inhan Kim at the Department of Architecture at Kyung Hee University, South Korea. I earned his Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Engineering and Technology Peshawar. However, driven by a keen interest in the application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in architecture and design, I transitioned to the field of architecture.

My research focuses on leveraging BIM, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA), AI, Extended reality, and Game Engines to optimize construction automation, decision support systems, and digital workflows. By integrating machine learning, NLP, and real-time simulations, I aim to bridge the gap between research and industry applications in modular construction and smart building technologies.

Research Interests

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Digital representation and data management for construction projects

Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA)

Optimizing construction processes through manufacturing principles

Extended Reality (XR)

Immersive technologies for architectural visualization and interaction

Game Engine Integration

Real-time 3D environments for construction simulation and training

MultiModal AI

Artificial intelligence applications in construction and design automation

Human Computer Interaction

User experience design for AEC digital tools and interfaces

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Education

Academic Journey & Qualifications

PhD in Architecture

Kyung Hee University, Global Campus, Korea

March 2021 - Present | GPA: 4.15/4.3

Thesis: related to BIM and XR integration

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering

University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar

September 2015 - September 2019 | GPA: 3.39/4.0

Thesis: Experimental Determination of Capacity of Pile Group and Pile Raft Foundation

Experience

Professional & Academic Journey

Skills

Technical Expertise & Competencies

Publications

Research Contributions & Academic Works

Projects

Research Projects & Innovations

Certifications & Awards

Achievements & Professional Recognition

Awards & Scholarships

Presidential Scholarship

Kyung Hee University, Korea (2021–2024)

Best Paper Award

Korea CDE Society Winter Conference (2023, 2022)

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Editor's Choice

Journal of Computational Design and Engineering (2023)

Professional Certifications

Activities

Professional Activities & Community Engagement

Professional Memberships

Korean Society for Computational Design and Engineering - Student Member (2021 - Present)

Editorial & Review Activities

Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering - Reviewer
Journal of Civil Engineering and Management - Reviewer
Expert Systems with Applications - Reviewer

Academic Collaborations

ITA Lab, Kyung Hee University - Research Team Member (2021 - Present)

Software & Tools

Innovative AEC Digital Solutions

ReUniXchange

Data exchange platform for BIM interoperability and standardized information sharing across AEC workflows.

Data Exchange BIM Interoperability OBJ CSV XML Autodesk Revit Unity

Data Exchange Platform

ReUniXchange is a cutting-edge Revit plugin that enables seamless export of BIM geometry, metadata, and materials to Unity. It supports modular construction workflows and immersive XR applications by bridging the gap between design and visualization environments. The plugin allows users to assign shared parameters (ModularID) to Revit group components, extract structured metadata into CSV format, export 3D views as OBJ files with MTL and texture data, and re-import any changes made in Unity through an XML file.

For modular projects, the plugin can automatically generate ModularID parameters based on group names, enabling logical tracking and reconstruction of elements inside Unity. Metadata from Revit views can be exported to CSV and attached to 3D objects inside Unity to enable semantic enrichment, selection, and inspection during runtime. Material definitions used in Revit are also exported into Unity-readable MTL files with associated texture images.

Core Infrastructure Components

  • Modular ID Parameter Assignment in Revit
  • Semantic and Metadata Extraction to CSV
  • Material Export and Unity MTL Conversion
  • 3D Model Export with Textures and Materials
  • Unity Hierarchy Creation for Components
  • Bidirectional XML-based Data Exchange

Platform Capabilities

Advanced BIM-to-Unity Workflow

Cross-Platform Integration Solution

BIM Data Exchange
Synchronization
Semantic Enrichment
Revit API Integration

ReUniXchange Demonstration

BIM Network Graph Maker

Professional data visualization solutions for Building Information Modeling workflows. Transform your architectural and engineering data into interactive network diagrams.

BIM IFC Network Graph ArchiCAD Revit CSV Semantic relationships

Automatic Network Graph Generation

This specialized application is designed for AEC professionals who need to visualize complex relationships within their BIM models. Each tool processes CSV/IFC data exports (by ReUniXchange for Autodesk Revit and ArchUniXchange for ArchiCAD, and IFC export as typical IFC from either BIM authoring tool) to create interactive network diagrams that reveal connections, dependencies, and hierarchies in your building information models.

Core Features

  • Create Network Diagram for IFC, and CSV
  • Create Hierachy based on different metadata
  • Automatic Calculation of elements and its types
  • IFC semantic Verification
  • ArchiCAD and Autodesk Revit IFC and CSV support

Data Visualization

BIM Network Graph Generation

Interactive Relationship Mapping

Contact

Get in Touch

Contact Information

I welcome collaborations, research inquiries, and academic discussions related to AEC industry digitalization, BIM technologies, and construction innovation. Feel free to reach out for potential partnerships, publication opportunities, or technical consultations.

Primary Email saddiqurrehman@khu.ac.kr
Personal Email saddiq.r.97@gmail.com
Office Address 경희대학교 공과대학 (Kyung Hee University College of Engineering)
26 Seocheon-dong, Yongin-si
Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

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