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Module 5 - Points to Ponder
Please share your comments on 2 of the following Points to Ponder questions. (Choose 2 of the questions below.)
What are the principal advantages of using a single building information model of the existing conditions as the foundation for modeling proposed additions or renovations?
- Why not create a separate model for the new proposed design?
Using one model allows designers to always have the original building as a reference. If separate models are used, the design of the new addition can be disjointed, and not align well with the original building. With one singular model, it is much easier to stay organized and ensure that the new design is accurate.
What sort of complexities are introduced when you construct a building complex in phases?
- What happens at the interfaces between the buildings as the phases advance?
- How can you plan and prepare for these complexities as your create your initial building model?
What are the principal advantages of using a single building information model of the existing conditions as the foundation for modeling several proposed design alternatives for a portion of the building?
- Why not create a separate model for each of the design alternatives?
In your project, which features of the proposed design did you choose to model as design alternatives?
- Why did you choose these building features? And what were the biggest challenges in modeling them as the design alternatives?
In my project, I decided to have one design alternative located on the second floor. The original design option features a number of individual rooms for studying and meeting. In contrast, the secondary design option involves removing the walls, and creating an open, more informal, space where students can meet and relax.