Give examples of how the building information for a specific location in the project needs to be filtered for different audiences and purposes?
The different plan views we developed for Module 4 are great example of the types of filtering required for different audiences and purposes, to share only the specific information that is pertinent to them. In my project submission for a retail center using the restaurant as an example, we needed to filter information for constructors to show only the basic building elements (e.g., walls, doors, floors, etc.) for construction, without design features (e.g., furniture). We included detailed annotations on dimensions, square footage, and tags for different components (e.g., windows, walls) that are critical for construction. For clients, we altered our floor plans to make them simpler and more visually appealing, demonstrating different design elements (e.g., furniture) and how the space could be used.
Should your design ideas always be conveyed through photorealistic renders?
- How does the level of detail in the rendering and its presentation affect the perception of stakeholders reviewing your design?
No. While photorealistic renders can be useful for clients to envision what the building might actually look like, for more technical stakeholders (e.g., constructors, engineers), it would provide distracting design elements that might block the basic building elements they need (e.g., building dimensions). Additionally, as we saw in our project, it can take a significant amount of time and credits for cloud rendering. In this case, producing a photorealistic render would be inefficient if you need to provide a design quickly. Presenting an appropriate level of detail relevant to each stakeholder can enhance their perception by helping to communicate design ideas effectively and allowing for easier collaboration.
How can schedule views be used to assist with procurement and model-based estimating?
As demonstrated in our project, schedule views can be used to assist with procurement and model-based estimating by providing details like the total number of elements needed, the material, the total area necessary for a type of element (e.g., doors, windows, walls), etc. This ensures that we correctly track and procure the elements necessary at different phases of the project and helps with cost estimating.