Layman's BIM

Layman's  definition for  BIM is to model a design in 3D.

Differentiated from a 3D rendering and 3D animation of which final and accurate dimensions are not truly finalized and cannot be used for construction purposes.

To design from the get go..in any 3d design tool such as Revit or ArchiCAD is to apply BIM process immediately and is to an advantage.

To create a BIM model, as what is usually done today,..from 2d designs from separate consultants , all of which areas, Architectural, Structural and MEP/HVAC are given to all separate design consultants, means to get all/design and drawings and consolidating it on one BIM 3Dmodel.

ADVANTAGE?..the model is based on true design dimensions and measurements and therefore represents an accurate representation of the end –on site project with all the detects(clashes). Thereby letting the consultants address and issues prior to constructing, Virtually, saving time and money on the actual site.

The ability to churn out drawings is a matter of sectioning out from the model saving again time, a drawing or drawings can be fashioned out in matter of seconds.

Design change is easy and error free, when you choose to change an area, if it affects another area, the model will inform you of the error. Letting you make proper adjustments to the model.

All cost and materials are integrated into the model, if needed. Making cost and measurement  analysis accurate.