Building Information Modelling

T.R.S.Peiris

Outline

What is Building Information Modelling(BIM)

History of BIM
Features of BIM
Building Information modeling supportive Tools
How BIM Works
Innovative Technologies for BIM
Advantages and disadvantages of BIM

What is Building Information

Modelling(BIM)
process involving the generation and management
of digital representations of physical and
functional characteristics of places.
potential to revolutionize the process of project
design and construction

History of BIM
The concept of BIM has existed since the 1970s
In Mid of 1980 s, BIM was first used in papers

In 2002, Autodesk released a white paper entitled "Building

Information Modeling

ArchiCAD was the first CAD product on a personal computer able

to create both 2D and 3D geometry
Autodesk, Bentley Systems and Graphisoft are pioneers in BIM

Features of BIM
1. Added dimensions:
Can add more details such as time, cost & etc
2. Virtual Information Model:
Information losses have been minimized
3. All encompassing system:
All information from initial stage to Demolition is
supported by BIM
4. BIM Management
efficient management of information systems during the
complete building life cycle

Continued

Building Information modeling

supportive Tools

How BIM Works

1. BIM use the 3D integrated database to
develop model
2. Create an Integrated Workflow
3. Reduce risk through the improved
coordination.

Innovative Technologies for BIM

Use of UAVs (drones)
Advanced laser scanning
Augmented Reality

Advantages and disadvantages of

BIM

Better Coordination and Collaboration among Designers

Faster Drafting without loss of cost and quality
Cost is reduced during the Design
Quick detection of the Problems
High level of customization

Data from the research company McGraw-Hill Construction

Advantages and disadvantages of

BIM
Disadvantages of BIM
Conflicts within used software's
Lack of standards
Training and Software Costs
More Work Upfront

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