Laboratory Design took an in-depth look at what Building information modeling (BIM) brings to the table in terms of design and sustainability modeling. Lindsay Hock’s article examines the benefits of BIM well beyond efficiency and coordination. She spoke with three of our BIM power-users, Chris Blomquist, AIA; Rishi Nandi, AIA and Cara Pomeranz about the ways they use the tool to collaborate, model energy performance and make informed design decisions.
Sustainable BIM
Computational fluid dynamics analysis of a nine-story lab in an urban environment.
“Building information modeling (BIM), now a standard tool throughout most architecture sectors, is critical for complex building types like healthcare and lab projects. Clients are finding great use for these models in facilities maintenance and long-term campus facilities planning. Owners also see great benefit with BIM, as many are interested in the long-term maintenance and scheduling abilities it offers. Others are more interested in increased accuracy in documentation, resulting in fewer unforeseen conflicts during the construction process.
The benefits of efficiency and coordination are just the tip of the iceberg for BIM.”
Sometimes models are best understood in motion. Stackable plates explore the digital path and connections between floors in our 16-story pharmaceutical fit-out in Kendall Square.
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