
Architectural BIM Services – it’s utilization in the design and development stage
BIM Modelling Services is one of the most sought after services in the field of AEC and Construction. This simply refers to the process of developing 3D geometry of a building design for design presentation, BIM coordination etc. Architectural BIM Services includes the 3D modeling and subsequent phases pertaining to the Architectural discipline. Since Architecture is the first phase of the construction process which deals with the overall aesthetic representation of a building, it needs to be done with extreme finesse and perfection. Apart from the presentation part, the building standards and codes also are extremely important.
Before BIM Concept came into existence, conceptual designs were drawn on paper and later drafted using AutoCAD. These drafts can give a basic idea of how a building layout it, area, site area, planning etc. however the functionality of BIM is that it represents the same design in a visual 3D format with complete Architectural data embedded in the model. This data can help in extracting several information such as schedules, quantities, costing etc. This Model can later be used for BIM coordination purposes, extraction of construction drawings, creating 3D renderings etc. There has been a considerable reduction in the error index and companies can also save cost by using BIM Services. After advent of BIM, the overall construction process has gained momentum and achieved huge success in terms of overall project execution and cost saving.
Architectural BIM Services comprises of the overall Architectural construction processes. Let us understand the overall utilization of BIM in providing the following deliverables
Conceptual designing using Architectural BIM: Developing Conceptual designing using Architectural 3D BIM Modelling is highly popular these days. Since lot many small, medium and large companies are gradually adopting the virtual construction modelling technology,utilization of Architectural BIM is growing pretty fast. Architects now develop their conceptual design in 3D format. This design can be applied texture/materials, rendered and presented to the builder or planning commission. This will virtually give a picture of how a building will look like when constructed.
Architectural Construction Drawings: Architects can develop a complete detailed BIM 3D model from which they can extract construction drawings by preparing sheets within them. We can add annotation, call outs, 2d details etc. to the sheet an export in AutoCAD or PDF. These drawings can be used on site for construction. Architectural 3D Modelling works with a parametric approach that can minimize the efforts taken to make any last minute changes in the construction drawings. With a BIM environment, one can make changes in the plan and have it reflected in the elevations too.
Façade Modelling:Façade modelling is a very key and integral part of exterior Architectural BIM Modelling services. Façade usually refers to the “Front elevation” of any building with predominant details, canopies and panels etc. Front elevations usually have intricate detailing and is the most complex and time consuming part of the entire BIM process. We can create Architectural families of panels, roofs, windows, details, canopies etc. to place in the model
Conclusion: Architectural BIM Services has transformed the design and development process by offering many benefits that can sort several road blocks and bottle necks that arise in construction. Cost saving and saving time during construction are some of the key advantages.