What types of building information are best portrayed in 3D views?
- Which stakeholders require 2D views, and why?
This assignment asked us to cater our plan views to two audiences: (1) a contractor/builder (this was the plan with specific dimensions included as well as door and window tags, schedules, etc.) and (2) a client, with a non-technical and more colorful plan. Similarly 3D and 2D views cater to different audiences. I often browse through Zillow and see renderings of homes that are yet to be built. However, the renderings are good enough portrayals to convince homebuyers to invest. A 2D view of the elevation or plans might not be so convincing to a homebuyer, but they are much needed and have more potential for specifical detailing required by architect’s, construction workers, contractors, engineers, etc.
Give examples of how the building information for a specific location in the project needs to be filtered for different audiences and purposes?
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?
Not always. Photorealistic renders are powerful for presentation, but sometimes simple diagrams, sketches, or conceptual views communicate design intent more clearly and efficiently. Also, rendering takes A LOT of time (and data- sustainability is important!) to produce, when rendered views are not always necessary.
Name some applications where viewing the building and model information in virtual reality or augmented reality would be most beneficial?
- Are there advantages to using a C.A.V.E as a virtual environment versus VR headsets?
How can schedule views be used to assist with procurement and model-based estimating?
Schedule views in Revit can list quantities, materials, and elements directly from the model. They make it easy to track what needs to be purchased, and can accurately reflect cost estimates even when the model is changed/updated. For example, in this assingment we had to use wall schedules to calculate the amount of wall used in the project. Functions can be added into the schedule when given prices of materials that can automatically calculate costs!