13: Design Coordination

13: Design Coordination#

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Description#

A process in which 3D coordination software is used to determine identify 3D geometric conflicts by comparing 3D models of building systems. The goal of 3D coordination is to eliminate field conflicts and coordination issues prior to installation.

Potential Value#

  • Coordinate building project through a model

  • Reduce and eliminate field conflicts; which reduces RFI’s significantly compared to other methods

  • Visualize construction

  • Increase productivity

  • Reduced construction cost; potentially less cost growth (i.e. less change orders)

  • Decrease construction time

  • Increase productivity on site

  • More accurate as built drawings

Resources Required#

  • Design Authoring Software

  • Model Review Software

Team Competencies Required#

  • Ability to deal with people and project challenges

  • Ability to manipulate, navigate, and review a 3D model

  • Knowledge of BIM model applications for facility updates

  • Knowledge of building systems

References for Additional Information#

Staub-French S and Khanzode A (2007) “3D and 4D Modeling for design and construction coordination: issues and lessons learned” ITcon Vol. 12, pg. 381-407, http://www.itcon.org/2007/26 Khanzode A, Fischer M, Reed D (2008) “Benefits and lessons learned of implementing building virtual design and construction (VDC) technologies for coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems on a large healthcare project”, ITcon Vol. 13, Special Issue Case studies of BIM use , pg. 324-342, http://www.itcon.org/2008/22

Potential Output Information#

  • 3D coordination report identifying 3D coordination issues

Source: BIM Project Execution Planning Guide, Ver. 2.2 with minor revisions.