Building Information Modeling

Although entering this wealth of data initially increases the effort involved in planning, it saves a lot of calculation later as the building virtually calculates itself at the push of a button: How does the building geometry change if more office space is added? What impact would a green facade have on energy requirements? And what is the difference in cost between tiles and vinyl flooring?

The BIM model allows such design options to be examined at a very early stage of planning. As all parties involved in construction work use the same model, all information is immediately available. So if, for example, the planner changes the building floor plan, the number of windows and doors is automatically adjusted, including all the components required for them. And any collisions are detected well before the actual construction process, where they would lead to expensive delays. BIM automatically identifies planning errors, thus ensuring maximum planning certainty.

THE BIM DIMENSIONS

3-D COLLABORATION, COORDINATION, COMMUNICATION

The process is characterised by model-based, computer-aided coordination of planning, integrated collaboration between the project participants and digital, evaluable, documented communication.

4-D SCHEDULE, CONSTRUCTION PROCESS, CONSTRUCTION LOGISTICS

The construction of the building and site logistics can be simulated and optimised in the early planning phases.

5-D QUANTITIES, MASSES, COSTS, AWARD AND INVOICING

From daily updated quantity and mass determination to fully model-based tendering: the basis is element-based, attributed modelling.

6-D SIMULATIONS, EFFICIENCY, SUSTAINABILITY

Based on the current specialised models, complex simulations can be created and verifications and calculations can be made. Planning can thus be continuously optimised in terms of resource consumption and use or property operation.

7-D FACILITY MANAGEMENT, SMART OPERATION

Thanks to coherent and comprehensive data, BIM projects provide an excellent basis for fast and efficient commissioning. BIMtoFM ensures a smooth start to smart, digital operation.

BIM SOFTWARE

We do not sell any software, but provide independent advice on possible solutions. Your requirements are the only selection criteria for the right BIM software! Our BIM experts alsoensure from the outset that all data can be used seamlessly and is still available for practical use during operation and for subsequent recovery & recycling.

BIM IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Ideally, the BIM model supports a building over its entire service life – from the design and construction phase through the operational phase to deconstruction. If a facility manager takes over a building planned with BIM, they can use the model as a kind of operating system for building management. When maintenance, conversion or refurbishment work is undertaken, all operational data is recorded immediately, thereby facilitating communication between owners, operators and service providers. Using BIM, the building develops a kind of digital memory that records not only planning and construction data, but also all process data from ongoing operations. And at the end of the building’s life cycle, the model then enables precise scheduling of deconstruction planning:

BIM MANAGEMENT

Our experts are not only very familiar with BIM – they also have an intimate knowledge of your core business and the processes in your sector. Our expert network brings hands-on experience from the realization of many hundreds of successful BIM mandates to projects. Experts from the other Drees & Sommer competencies are integrated into the process to meet any additional challenges posed by digital planning, construction and operation. BIM Solutions uses this harnessing of competencies to develop suitable solutions for every digital real-world project challenge.

INTEGRATED PLANNING

through methodical, computer-aided, model-based collaboration, coordination and communication

VIRTUAL/AUGMENTED REALITY

Public participation and official coordination through virtual project inspections

AVA

through model-based quantity and mass determination

BIMtoSITE

Optimised construction operations, e.g. through model-based construction process simulation and defect management

BIMtoFM

Structured transfer of planning content in digital format

BIMtoCSB

Intelligent and smart building utilisation based on the digital twin

CRADLE TO CRADLE

Support for dismantling and recycling through a model-based material register

SCANtoBIM

Precise inventory as the basis for planning

SIMULATION

Optimised planning through early simulations and variant evaluations

BIM IN A NUTSHELL

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is used as the basis for digital planning, construction and operation. BIM brings quality, transparency and efficiency to the digital value chain across all phases and disciplines – from project development, planning and execution through to smart operation.

Building Information Modeling is not just another form of CAD. BIM is a methodology. Geometric and alphanumeric information is recorded, coordinated and documented across all project phases and disciplines. Even Level 1 BIM brings demonstrable and significant added value to a project.

3D scanners on the construction site

Adapted to the customer’s needs, the Customized Smart Building has a kind of central brain, allowing it to learn from its users and adapt to their needs. While meeting the highest IT security standards, the so-called brain intelligently interlinks all technical systems, sensors – as well as planning, operational and user data – allowing it to control the processes in the building in the most efficient way. For example, the system detects areas not currently occupied and that do not require heating or cooling, and switches off the systems in these areas accordingly.