Give examples of how the building information for a specific location in the project needs to be filtered for different audiences and purposes?
There are many different groups of people who will work with a project before it is actually complete and ready to live in. This is includes the client who may want to envision what the space will look like with furniture and other fixtures, the construction team who only need the dimensions of different spaces and the materials needed to build them, and the architectural team who keeps all of these different views in mind at the same time. Filtering the building information helps any specific group of people achieve their goal with minimal distractions.
Should your design ideas always be conveyed through photorealistic renders?
No, not all design ideas should be conveyed through photorealistic renders. Sometimes, when it comes to design regarding the structural support of the building such as trusses or columns, it is easier to see it when the walls are transparent or the furniture is absent.
How can schedule views be used to assist with procurement and model-based estimating?
This can help us estimate the sum of the cost of fixtures like doors and windows. Having them all categorized next to each other is super useful to look at them all in one shot and categorize each of them by price. Additionally, being able to see their specs quickly can help us make a plan for replacing specific elements with suitable replacements.