Mastering Revit Architecture 2009
Chapter One
Understanding BIM: From the Basics
to Advanced Realities
In this chapter we'll cover the principles of a building information modeling
(BIM) approach and summarize how BIM differs from a traditional 2D computer-aided design (CAD)
process. We'll explain fundamental characteristics of Revit, how Revit delivers the
benefits of a true BIM tool, and why Revit is the tool best suited for a process motivated by an
integrated and collaborative practice.
In this chapter, you learn how to do the following:
* Identify the advantages of building information modeling
* Know what to expect from BIM
Identifying the Advantages of Building Information Modeling
The production of design documents has traditionally been an exercise in drawing
lines to represent a building. These documents become instruction sets: an annotated
booklet that describes what the building should look like when complete. The plan, section,
elevation, and detail are all skillfully drafted-line by line, drawing by drawing, ... read full excerpt from Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 ebook
