African Design Magazine ADM #41 June 2018 | Page 39

BUILDING INFORMATION MODELLING
cloud, such as Autodesk
BIM 360 Build software,
access to the model and
project details is provided
anywhere, on any device.
A simulation tool will
allow designers to
visualise things such as
the apparent sunlight
during different seasons
or times of day or the
ability to quantify the
calculation of building
energy performance.
Because designs are
fully 3D, there are fewer
steps required to render
impressive views and
walk-throughs.
Direct design benefits
BIM adoption results in the accurate
capture of design elements and
streamlines project preparation since all
data is compiled in a shared model. There
is therefore less need for rework and
duplication of drawings for the different
requirements of building disciplines.
There are a number of functions that are
only possible through a digital workflow
and review, and