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The Atlantic College case study exploring the use of BIM for the sustainable design and maintenance of property COBRA 2008 Construction and Building Research Conference Dublin Institute of Technology, Dublin, 4-5 September 2008 [electronic resource]

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: London RICS 2008ISBN:
  • 9781842194348
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 690.0285 $2 18
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Partial contents:
Introduction -- From accurate data capture to BIM -- Multiple applications and report from a single IFC-integrated model -- The Atlantic College experience -- Conclusion -- References
Summary: Conference paper from COBRA RICS Construction and Building Research Conference. Discusses and illustrates how the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) can be a useful tool for the design and maintenance of buildings to be refurbished according to a sustainable methodology. Use the case study of Atlantic College in Wales. Shows how a small design practice, by using Archicad 3D BIM and Ecotect building performance analysis software, can compete with larger practices in the quality of services provided. Demonstrates that refurbishing existing buildings is more economical and sustainable than new built. Examines how recording existing buildings in 3D using BIM has been found economical in subsequent facilities management and conservation management.
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Introduction -- From accurate data capture to BIM -- Multiple applications and report from a single IFC-integrated model -- The Atlantic College experience -- Conclusion -- References

Conference paper from COBRA RICS Construction and Building Research Conference. Discusses and illustrates how the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) can be a useful tool for the design and maintenance of buildings to be refurbished according to a sustainable methodology. Use the case study of Atlantic College in Wales. Shows how a small design practice, by using Archicad 3D BIM and Ecotect building performance analysis software, can compete with larger practices in the quality of services provided. Demonstrates that refurbishing existing buildings is more economical and sustainable than new built. Examines how recording existing buildings in 3D using BIM has been found economical in subsequent facilities management and conservation management.