BIM explained

Building information modeling (BIM) is a new way of approaching the design and documentation of building projects.

• Building - the entire lifecycle of the building is considered (design/build/operations)
• Information - all information about the building and its lifecycle is included
• Modeling - defining and simulating the building, its delivery, and operation using integrated tools

BIM provides several major advantages over CAD:

BIM Models and manages not just graphics, but also information – information that allows the automatic generation of drawings and reports, design analysis, schedule simulation, facilities management, and more – ultimately enabling the building team to make better-informed decisions.

Migrating from traditional CAD to BIM

Bentley supports the need for an evolutionary migration from CAD to BIM, allowing you to upgrade at your own pace and leverage past investments in software, customization, and training.

While CAD has served as a valuable tool for decades, it has largely been used as an aid to documentation. BIM builds on the capabilities of CAD through discipline specific applications that inform and enhance design, construction, and operations as well.

BIM benefits your work processes by enabling a shift of work from late documentation efforts to early design opportunities, where your ability to positively impact change is greatest.

BIM is well suited to the changing methods of practice our industry is adopting.  Design-build, project alliances, build-operate, and integrated practice projects all benefit from the use of BIM.

Bentley Architecture

Bentley Architecture is an advanced, yet intuitive and easy-to-use architectural Building Information Modelling (BIM) application that empowers architects and designers to create with unlimited freedom, explore more design options, make better informed design decisions, and predict costs and performance. Design and construction documents are automatically co-ordinated, eliminating errors and omissions enabling architects to deliver better buildings on time and on budget, thus improving client services and increasing revenue.

Unlike stand-alone architectural applications offered by most vendors, Bentley Architecture is part of Bentley's integrated suite of Building Information Modeling  (BIM)  applications that provide seamless integration between design, engineering, analysis, construction, and operations for the entire lifecycle of facilities. Used by the world’s leading architectural, engineering, and construction companies on the largest and most complex projects, this unique solution supports multi-disciplinary workgroups and global teams in a managed environment, allowing them to build as one.

Choice of 2D, 3D, or Both

The building information model can be created and manipulated in a traditional 2D plan or an advanced 3D model environment – using the same tools and interface for either. Floor plans, sections, and elevations comply with user-definable drawing standards, such as symbology, patterning, annotation, and dimensioning, ensuring coordination and consistency across all documentation.

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