48 hours to build the future of open construction<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRegister Now \u20ac75\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView Challenges\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t ABOUT THE EVENT<\/p>\n The\u00a0openBIM Hackathon 2026\u00a0brings together developers, engineers, and BIM specialists for an intensive 48-hour building marathon. Using open standards like IFC, BCF, bSDD, and IDS, teams will create innovative solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible in the built environment.<\/p>\n Hosted by buildingSMART International and taking place in the days leading up to the Porto Summit<\/a> as part of its wider program, winners will present their results to industry leaders from around the globe.<\/p>\n HOURS<\/p>\n HACKERS<\/p>\n CHALLENGES<\/p>\n\t \/\/ openBIM Hackathon 2026<\/p>\n import\u00a0{ IFC, IDS, BCF, bSDD } from\u00a0‘openBIM’<\/p>\nexport const project = new openBIMProject({ \/\/ build your own…<\/p>\n\t PRIZE CATEGORIES<\/p>\n The most impressive end-to-end solution demonstrating technical excellence, innovation, and practical applicability.<\/p>\n Creative integration of multiple openBIM standards – IFC, IDS, bSDD, BCF, Information Delivery Specifications, and more.<\/p>\n TIMELINE<\/p>\n The following agenda is provided as a guide and is subject to change.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPre-event\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t Week before<\/p>\n\t Online<\/p>\n Online<\/p>\n Sunday, March 22<\/p>\n\t 09:45<\/p>\n 10:00<\/p>\n 10:15<\/p>\n 10:30<\/p>\n 11:00<\/p>\n 12:30<\/p>\n 18:00<\/p>\n 23:00<\/p>\n Monday, March 23<\/p>\n\t 08:00<\/p>\n 12:30<\/p>\n 13:30<\/p>\n 23:00<\/p>\n Tuesday, March 24<\/p>\n\t 08:00<\/p>\n 11:00<\/p>\n 11:00 – 13:00<\/p>\n 15:00 – 15:30<\/p>\n WHO SHOULD ATTEND<\/p>\n Python, C++, JavaScript, Rust – bring your skills to build with open standards.<\/p>\n Domain experts who understand IFC schemas, model coordination, and data exchange.<\/p>\n Make complex BIM workflows accessible through intuitive interfaces.<\/p>\n Fresh perspectives and cutting-edge academic research welcome.<\/p>\n\t PRIZES<\/p>\n Prizes Announced Soon<\/p>\n\t We’re finalizing exciting prizes with our sponsors.<\/p>\n\t THE JURY<\/p>\n openBIM Expert<\/p>\n Industry Leader<\/p>\n Technical Expert<\/p>\n Innovation Specialist<\/p>\n\t Judge lineup to be announced \u2022 Stay tuned<\/p>\n\t REGISTRATION<\/p>\n LOCATION<\/p>\n Join us at the historic\u00a0Alf\u00e2ndega Congress Center, a stunning 19th-century customs house transformed into a world-class event venue on the banks of the Douro River.<\/p>\n\t\ud83d\udedc High-speed WiFi throughout the venue \ud83d\udecf\ufe0f\u00a0 Accomodation<\/p>\n\t Discounted hotel rates are available through the buildingSMART International Summit website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\n\t\t\tBuild with\u00a0open standards. Shape the industry.\t<\/h1>\n\t
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\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBecome a Sponsor >>\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h2>\n\t
\n\t\t\t48 hours of\u00a0building.\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tRules Briefing & Dev Environment Setup\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tSkills Mixer – Find Your Team\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDay 1\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t
\n\t\t\tDoors Open\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tWelcome & Rules\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tLightning Pitches (60s each)\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tTeam Formation\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tHACKING BEGINS\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tLunch\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tCheck-in\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tVenue Closes\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDay 2\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t
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\n\t\t\tLunch\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tVoluntary Interim Pitches & Feedback From Mentors \t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tVenue Closes\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDay 3\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t
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\n\t\t\tPresentations Deadline\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tJudges Review Results\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tSummit Presentation of the Winning Projects\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tAre you ready to\u00a0hack?\t<\/h1>\n
\n\t\t\tSoftware Developers\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tBIM Specialists\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tUX\/UI Designers\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tStudents & Researchers\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tRecognition &\u00a0rewards.\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\t\t\tIndustry\u00a0experts.\t<\/h1>\n
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\n\t\t\tSecure your spot.\t<\/h1>\n
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\n\t\t\tIn-Person\u00a0Participation\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRegister Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\u2713 48 hours of hacking
\n\u2713 Coffee & snacks, and lunch
\n\u2713 Networking with openBIM community
\n\u2713 Access to Summit winner announcement
\n\u2713 Mentorship from judges\n\t\n\t\t\tPorto,\u00a0Portugal.\t<\/h1>\n\t
\n\ud83d\udd0b Power outlets at every table
\n\u2615 Coffee & refreshments\n\t