In a BIM model, plans, sections, elevations, and schedules all come from the same source. When something changes, every view updates automatically. This reduces drawing errors and keeps architects, engineers, and contractors working from the same information.
A BIM model holds more than geometry. Each element carries information about material, size, system, and manufacturer. Linking that data to time creates 4D sequencing, and linking it to cost supports 5D budgeting and model-based quantity takeoffs.
A well-built record model becomes a valuable tool for facility managers, holding equipment data, warranties, and maintenance information. Owners use it to plan renovations, manage space, and maintain systems for decades. For traditional 2D drawing production and permit sets, see our design and drafting services.
We model walls, floors, roofs, doors, windows, stairs, ceilings, and interior finishes with accurate materials and parameters. Room data, door schedules, and finish schedules are generated directly from the model. Architects and owners get a reliable model that supports design, documentation, and coordination.
We model foundations, columns, beams, braces, slabs, and connections in concrete, steel, and wood. Reinforcement can be modeled where the project requires it. Structural engineers and contractors get models that coordinate cleanly with architecture and MEP systems.
We model HVAC ductwork, piping, plumbing, electrical systems, cable trays, and fire sprinkler systems with accurate sizes, slopes, and clearances. Equipment is modeled with access and maintenance zones. MEP contractors get models ready for coordination and prefabrication.
We convert 2D AutoCAD drawings and PDF plan sets into intelligent 3D Revit models. Every wall, door, and system element is rebuilt with proper parameters, not just traced lines. Firms moving from CAD to BIM can reuse existing project data in modern workflows.
We turn laser scan point clouds into accurate Revit models of existing buildings, including structure, MEP systems, and architectural features. Modeling tolerance and detail level are agreed upfront. Renovation teams start design with a true picture of existing conditions.
We federate architectural, structural, and MEP models in Navisworks and run clash detection to find hard and soft clashes. Issues are tracked through coordination meetings until they are resolved. Contractors move into construction with a coordinated, conflict free model.
We link model elements to the construction schedule to create visual simulations of how the building will be built. Teams can review site logistics, crane placement, and phasing before work begins. Owners and contractors spot schedule risks early and plan with confidence.
We organize model data to extract accurate quantities for concrete, steel, walls, ductwork, and other systems. Quantities are updated as the design changes. Estimators and owners can track cost impacts throughout the design using our construction estimating services.
We develop LOD 400 models with the detail needed for prefabrication of MEP assemblies, steel elements, and modular components. These models feed directly into fabrication workflows. Contractors increase offsite production and reduce field labor, with shop drawings produced from the same model when needed.
We build custom Revit families for furniture, fixtures, equipment, and manufacturer products with accurate geometry and parameters. Families are lightweight and follow your naming standards. Design teams and manufacturers get content that performs well in any project model.
We help define BIM goals, model uses, LOD requirements, file naming, and collaboration processes in a BIM Execution Plan. Our approach aligns with ISO 19650 principles and the National BIM Standard United States. Projects run smoothly when every team follows the same rules from day one.
We update models to reflect as-built conditions and add asset data for equipment, warranties, and maintenance. COBie data can be delivered for facility management systems. Owners receive a digital record of their building that supports operations for years to come.
BIM delivers the greatest value where systems are dense, schedules are tight, and buildings must be maintained for decades. These are the sectors where our models make the strongest impact.
Contractors use our coordination models and 4D sequencing to reduce field conflicts and plan construction.
Architecture firms rely on our modelers for Revit production, CAD to BIM conversion, and model management.
Engineering firms use our team to build and coordinate discipline models during busy design periods.
Trade contractors use our fabrication-level models to prefabricate assemblies and install efficiently.
Owners use our record models and COBie data to manage assets, maintenance, and future renovations.
Manufacturers use our Revit families to get their products specified in architectural and engineering projects.
Successful BIM depends on clear goals and organized collaboration. Here is how we deliver models that support your project from start to finish.
Send your CAD files, PDFs, point clouds, existing models, and any BIM Execution Plan or owner standards.
We confirm the disciplines, level of development, deliverables, and schedule, then send a fixed fee proposal.
Our modelers build the model, run clash detection, and complete quality checks for accuracy and standards compliance.
You receive native and open format models, clash reports, drawings, and data exports, with ongoing support as the project progresses.
Browse real samples of our takeoffs, cost estimates, and drafting work to see the level of detail you can expect on your own project.
Cost depends on building size, number of disciplines, required LOD, and source material quality. A single discipline CAD to BIM conversion costs far less than a fully coordinated LOD 400 model for a hospital. We review your project and send a fixed fee proposal before work begins.
Small buildings or single-discipline models are often completed in one to two weeks. Larger, multidiscipline models with coordination can take several weeks or months depending on complexity. We provide a schedule that aligns with your design or construction milestones.
LOD stands for Level of Development and describes how detailed and reliable model elements are. LOD 100 represents conceptual massing, LOD 200 and 300 represent design and construction document detail, LOD 400 includes fabrication detail, and LOD 500 represents verified as-built conditions. We follow the LOD Specification published by BIMForum.
We deliver native Revit RVT files, Navisworks NWD and NWC files, IFC files for open BIM workflows, and PDF drawing sets. Other formats, such as DWG exports or COBie spreadsheets, can be provided based on your requirements.
Yes. We can model buildings from PDF drawings, scanned plans, or AutoCAD files. The accuracy of the model depends on the quality and completeness of the source drawings, and we flag any missing or conflicting information before modeling.
We combine discipline models in Navisworks, run clash tests based on agreed rules and tolerances, and group results by location and priority. Clash reports with screenshots are shared with the project team, and issues are tracked until resolved in coordination meetings.
Yes. We work directly in Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM Collaborate Pro, and other cloud platforms your team uses. This allows real-time collaboration and keeps everyone working on the latest model versions.
Yes. We follow your BIM Execution Plan, templates, naming conventions, and owner requirements. If your project does not have a BIM Execution Plan yet, we can help prepare one.
4D BIM links model elements to the construction schedule to simulate building sequence over time. 5D BIM links model elements to cost data, allowing quantities and budgets to update as the design changes. Both help teams make better decisions about time and money.
Yes. We prepare record models with equipment data, maintenance information, and asset tags. COBie deliverables can be provided for integration with computerized maintenance management systems.
3D CAD creates geometric shapes, while BIM creates intelligent building elements with data such as materials, dimensions, systems, and relationships. BIM elements know what they are and how they connect, which allows automatic schedules, quantities, clash detection, and coordinated documentation.
Yes. We build custom Revit families for equipment, fixtures, furniture, and manufacturer products. Each family is modeled with accurate dimensions, parameters, and appropriate detail levels so it performs well in any project.
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