The team at bim.GROUP continues to collect accolades, with Tamás Sárvári, an intern at the steel structure design office, recently securing first place in the Hungarian Steel Structure Association’s (MAGÉSZ) diploma award competition.
bim.GROUP places great emphasis on nurturing talented young professionals, supporting their work in all areas, and ensuring their knowledge is well-founded. Competitions like the MAGÉSZ award not only bring prestige but also serve as industry-level validation of the efforts and contributions of young designers and engineers. The evaluation criteria for the diploma thesis included high-level, innovative problem-solving and originality in tackling challenges. The aim of the diploma award is to recognize and support students whose work aligns with MAGÉSZ’s profile, offering them both financial aid and professional recognition. Additionally, the award seeks to strengthen the industry by fostering future talent and raising the professional standards of the construction sector.
A Unique Thesis on Protecting a Buddhist Memorial
Tamás’s thesis tackled a distinctive challenge: protecting a Buddhist memorial from environmental effects. The Stupa in Zalaszántó stands 30 meters tall and 24 meters wide, and due to religious reasons, it cannot be modified. To address this, Tamás designed a protective covering to shield the structure from external damage. His final design features a steel lattice dome, onto which a glass cover is directly mounted. Using parametric design, he created a flexible script-based model that allows for easy adaptation to different geometries and configurations, enabling him to test multiple design variations in search of an optimal solution.
"I deliberately chose a challenging task to master parametric design and navigate a complex design process. Since I invested a lot of energy into it and received positive feedback from my colleagues, they encouraged me to apply for various competitions," Tamás emphasized.
"For the company and the group, the real value of this parametric process lies in its ability to create precise and structured models of any freeform structure. This level of detail ensures that structures are designed for easy assembly and manufacturing, significantly reducing costs," he added.
A Milestone Achievement
"I deeply appreciate that the judges selected my work, as this was a significant milestone in my studies, and I put a tremendous amount of effort into it. Many people invest similar energy in various fields, but it’s rare to receive this level of recognition," Tamás reflected on his achievement.
Within bim.GROUP, he received mentorship from Dávid Lewandowski, who helped him develop the mindset necessary to complete such a complex task. Lewandowski introduced him to the depth and intricacy of high-caliber projects, further showcasing bim.GROUP’s professional excellence.
Interestingly, another bim.GROUP colleague, Kálmán Martinovich, won the same prestigious award exactly ten years ago.
Congratulations to Tamás, and we wish him continued success in the future!