gsa study uses macro bim
DESCRIPTION
In 2010, the GSA commissioned a feasibility study of the Robert C. Weaver Federal Building, the 1.2 million-square-foot home of the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The HUD Building currently is home to 3,000 HUD employees with 700 more scattered through the federal district. Using Macro BIM to perform detailed analysis of occupancy and existing space, the project team created a new maximized space plan to accommodate all 3,700 staffers. Several major modernization plans were also studied. Webinar attendees will learn how Macro BIM was used: • With traditional “Problem Seeking” programming strategies • Gathering and verifying data • Analyzing multiple alternatives • Developing cost estimates Examples from the Robert C. Weaver Federal Building Feasibility Study and Program of Requirements project will be used to demonstrate these concepts. Additionally, lessons learned, other potential uses for the BIM, and a BIM roadmap for the project will be presented.TRANSCRIPT
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GSA HUD Feasibility Study Presentation Agenda
I. Overview of GoToWebinar Controls
II. Who is Beck Technology
II. What is Macro BIM
III. Concept behind DProfiler
IV. HUD Feasibility Study
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GoToWebinar Attendee Control Panel
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In operation since 1912
Privately held - 3rd generation
Consistently ranked among the top building
companies in the United States
85% repeat customers
Award winning Design and Construction firm
“Integrated Enterprise”
Development/Arch/Construction/Technology
Hunt Oil Company Headquarters | Dallas, Texas
About Beck…
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About Beck Technology…
Beginning in 1996
Member of the Beck Group of Companies
Technology Development Company
BIM Authoring Software - DProfiler
Commercially Available since 2006
Consulting Services since 2008
GSA Contract Holder
Offices in Dallas, Atlanta, D.C., Tampa, and
Rio/Sao Paulo
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BIM IDIQ Contract InformationContract No. GS-00P-09-CY-D-0283
Laser Scanning Contract InformationContract No. GS-00P-09-CY-D-0300
Zones AZones BZones C
Zones B
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Macro Building Information Modeling
“A computer model, assembled of
higher level components, used for
macro level analysis including
visualization, spatial validation,
cost modeling/estimating,
phasing/sequencing, energy
performance, and risk.”
“…rapidly assembled models for analysis…”
MACRO MICRO
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The Concept Behind DProfiler
…a simple 3D computer model
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The Concept Behind DProfiler
…tied to data
• Program
• Spaces
• Cost
• Energy
• Sequencing
• And other…
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Software Demo
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Benefits – Macro Analysis
Monthly Electric Consumption
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Benefits - Accurate Conceptual Cost ModelingPerformance Case Studies
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Benefits - Evaluating Alternatives
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Concept Analysis
Wilford Hall – San Antonio Military Medical Center
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Concept Analysis
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Design Development Cost Estimating
• Establishing early budget
• Begin with conceptual design studies
• Identify and define all assumptions
University of Texas at Arlington – Reaction Lab
Begin at Planning
Facilitates “Target-Based Design”
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Design Development Cost Estimating
• Continue through Schematic Design
• Update budget
• Re-Validate or adjust assumptions
University of Texas at Arlington – Reaction Lab
Schematic Design
Facilitates “Target-Based Design”
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Master Planning
Integrating Macro BIM alongside
traditional processes
South Texas College – McAllen, Texas
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Master Planning
Aerial Photo Planning Model Macro Cost Model
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Master Planning
- Existing Buildings
- 20 Year Build Out
- 15 Year Build Out
- 10 Year Build Out
Phasing Model
South Texas College – McAllen, Texas
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Master Planning
Communicate the Information
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Master Planning
656a Library Expansion 50,000 $200.34 $10,017,075.28
656a Library Expansion 50,000 $200.34 $10,017,075.28
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Feasibility Case Study
Integrating Macro BIM & Traditional Programming
A Case Study on the Robert C. Weaver Federal Building
Washington, D.C.
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Robert C. Weaver Feasibility Project
“To determine the viability of a potential modernization project.”Statement of Work - Objective #1
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REFERENCE KEY
Washington Mon.
US Capitol Building
GSA NCR
Air & Space
HUD
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General Project Information:
Robert C. Weaver Feasibility Project
SW District of DC Metro Area
Designed by Architect Marcel Breuer
Iconic example of “Brutalist” design
Construction completed in 1968
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Robert C. Weaver Feasibility Project
Construction Information:
1.3 Million GSF
900,000+USF
Hybrid CIP concrete and precast frame/skin
Load bearing, precast window modules
Punched openings
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Dark/lighting issues
IAQ issues
Limited access to views
Compartmentalized
Lack of meeting space
Poor space standards
Poor utilization
Fan-coil units
“10 Floors of Basement”
Notable Notes:
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Robert C. Weaver Feasibility Project
Purpose:
Explore a range of
building strategies
to support the
customer’s
mission
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HUD HQ Space Supply + Demand (Useable Square Feet)
SUPPLY TOTAL
EFFICIENT DEMAND TOTALSTATUS QUO DEMAND TOTALWEAVER SUPPORT
TOTAL
270,000 USF SPACE SAVINGS
Existing Lease Expirationsover next 4 years
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*From HUD CAFM
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4D Sequencing (BIM)
Modernization Phases:
-Move Out
-Area Under Construction
-Move Back In
-Area Complete
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*From DProfiler BIM
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Exploring Alternatives
Design concepts
incorporated into the
BIM for Cost Estimating
Atrium roof w/
glazing to allow
light into the space.
Explore the
Curtainwall
Concept
*From Cannon Study
*From Cannon Study
*From Cannon Study
*From DProfiler BIM
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Cost Evaluation of Design ConceptsThe cost model communicates design and
estimating assumptions for better analysis!
*From Cannon Study
*From DProfiler BIM
*From DProfiler BIM
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***Provide a roadmap for Design Excellence team & knowledge transfer***
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Preferred
Alternative -
Uniformat Cost
Elements
Breakdown
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Value Added through Integration of BIM and Problem Seeking:
• Speed of delivery
• Precision of budget
• Analysis of a wider range of alternatives
• Streamlining of decision-making
• Improved ability to secure funding
• Customer confidence in results and team
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