Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Data and Visualization That Makes Great Design Possible

 

BIM is an essential tool for architectural projects of any scale. We rely on it to communicate design, resolve potential issues, and make crucial changes in real time.

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Data and Visualization That Makes Great Design Possible

 

BIM is an essential tool for architectural projects of any scale. We rely on it to communicate design, resolve potential issues, and make crucial changes in real time.

A Living Model of Your Project

DesignGroup uses BIM (Building Information Modeling) at an advanced level on virtually every project. It’s a remarkably powerful design platform that allows us to create highly detailed construction documents and 3D models of buildings. Our design team members use BIM to review the project with clients, suppliers, construction partners, and others. Among many benefits, BIM reduces change orders and gives clients an even greater sense of confidence in the project. 

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  • Planning
    Site Analysis, Programming, Cost Estimation
  • Design
    Authoring and Review, 4D/VR Design Simulation, “Live Design” Real-Time Iteration
  • Construction
    Site planning, Clash detection, Digital fabrication
  • Handover and Operations
    Maintenance scheduling, Asset management, Building systems analysis
A Vital Part of Every DesignGroup Project
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Recognized Expertise in BIM
DesignGroup’s BIM team are advanced and certified users of the platform.
“Live Design" Capability
Adjust and react to design changes in real time during authoring and design review.
Explore Your Building Prior to Construction
3D virtual reality gives clients an immersive sense of space and scale.
Customized BIM Data Saves Money
Our BIM Execution Plan is a roadmap for our clients’ intended use of the BIM model so it fits their exact needs and saves costs.
BIM Drives Data for Facilities Management
Our BIM models contain data-driven information for facilities management and operations
Constant Focus on Best Practices
Our BIM team is deeply involved in standards development for data integration and platform enhancement
What our clients are saying
DesignGroup played a key role within the overall design team and worked very cooperatively and productively with other designers, construction managers, contractors and the owner’s representative to maintain the highest quality possible.
Garry Clarke, Vice President of Planning Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Meet the DesignGroup Building Information Modeling (BIM) Expert
DesignGroup architects and interior designers ask good questions, listen intently, and build strong collaborative relationships. It’s the key to understanding your mission and vision, today and into the future.
Check out our thought leadership on:
The Power of BIM Partnership: A Conversation with the BIM Managers of the New OSUWMC Tower Project

Building information modeling, or BIM, provides powerful 3D design and review capabilities to any project. When the project is 1.5 million square feet, though, it needs to be managed with extra care.

In this interview, BIM managers from DesignGroup and HDR describe their close -- and very successful -- collaboration on a massive new OSU Wexner Medical Center project. The two firms relied on advanced, and in some cases original, BIM methodologies and collaboration to manage it all. In all, 230 team members and 15 multi-disciplinary firms created 40 Revit models to facilitate design. 

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Request a BIM VR Tour
See for yourself how VR technology allows our clients to see and explore their spaces prior to construction. It’s essential for total confidence in final approval of design.