EcoPhi ARCHITECTURE & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOP

 ECOPHI ASSOCIATES:

"BIM represents a comprehensive, virtual approach to the construction landscape. At ECOPHI, we unite a collaborative team of professionals from Design & Construction to leverage the most advanced BIM technology software. Combined with our creative minds, we aim to deliver buildings that are not only efficient, economic, and sustainable but also profitable, accurate, and well-coordinated on a global scale. Our real-world experience underpins our belief in the ECOPHI BIM Coordination & Sustainable Design Process™ as a formula for saving both money and time. We are convinced that investing effort during the BIM Programming & Schematic Design stages helps avoid costly mistakes, saving considerable time and coordination efforts during the construction phase—where changes are significantly more expensive than in the virtual design phase."

                                                                                   Jess Allen Glowacki - EcoArchitect + BIM Innovation Director, CEO

At ECOPHI, we're not just building structures; we're setting new benchmarks in the construction industry through our advanced BIM services. Our mission is to deliver projects that are not only efficient and cost-effective but also sustainable and resilient for generations to come.

ECOPHI BIM COORDINATION  & SUSTAINABLE DESIGN PROCESS

At ECOPHI, we harness the transformative power of Building Information Modeling (BIM) across multiple dimensions to revolutionize how projects are designed, executed, and managed. Our comprehensive suite of BIM services encapsulates the essence of innovation and sustainability in the construction industry.

A BIM Dimension signifies the various stages of information or data integration present in a BIM model, introducing increasing complexity and detail at each stage. These dimensions enrich the BIM model, enhancing its utility throughout a structure's lifecycle.

BIM fundamentally revolves around the creation and management of building information. Analogous to how a physical building comprises numerous layers, components, and dimensions, a BIM model similarly contains multiple information layers, each denoted by a distinct BIM dimension.

Moreover, it's crucial to recognize that BIM dimensions extend beyond the visible aspects of a building, such as walls, floors, and architectural details. Initially, the focus might have been on these physical components, but advancements in technology have broadened BIM's scope. Now, BIM encompasses the management of elements behind the scenes, crucial for the seamless execution of a project or the operational efficiency of a building. This includes, but is not limited to, scheduling, cost, operations, and more.

BIM 3D - Cross-Discipline Collaboration & Construction Documents (Autodesk Revit & BIM Collaborate Pro)

At the heart of ECOPHI's services, BIM 3D stands as an integrated data repository, encapsulating both structural and functional information of projects. This model serves as a cornerstone for engineers, designers, contractors, and various stakeholders, allowing them to extract critical data to address structural issues proactively. Our BIM 3D model is dynamic, permitting the infusion of new values at any juncture, thus enhancing accuracy and minimizing conflicts. Through our sophisticated data-sharing capabilities, we foster unparalleled interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring that every project benefits from collective expertise and insight.

BIM 4D - Time and Schedules (Autodesk Navisworks, Revit & BIM Collaborate Pro)

ECOPHI takes project management to new heights with BIM 4D, merging the time dimension with BIM 3D to provide a real-time graphical visualization of construction progress. This integration links project elements and design components with the construction schedule, streamlining the planning process and enhancing time management. Our BIM 4D service empowers clients with the ability to foresee project timelines, facilitating a seamless execution phase.

BIM 5D - Cost-Effective Projects (Autodesk Navisworks & Revit & BIM Collaborate Pro)

Our BIM 5D service interweaves with 3D and 4D dimensions to provide a comprehensive overview of project activities, cost estimations, and budgetary adjustments over time. ECOPHI's commitment to cost-effectiveness is embodied in our BIM 5D technology, enabling stakeholders to achieve an accurate, well-balanced budget. This proactive financial management tool ensures that projects not only meet their financial targets but also maximize value for our clients.

6D BIM - Sustainable Projects (Autodesk Insight & Green Building Studio)

Sustainability is a core tenet of ECOPHI's philosophy, and our 6D BIM service is tailored to reflect this. By estimating energy consumption at the design stage, we can adjust layouts to minimize energy loss and enhance the building's sustainability. Our approach to 6D BIM demonstrates our dedication to not just meeting, but exceeding, environmental standards and creating eco-friendly structures that stand the test of time.

BIM 7D - Facility Management (Autodesk Tandem, Revit & BIM Collaborate Pro)

Beyond construction, ECOPHI's BIM 7D service offers a robust framework for facility management. This dimension enables the storage and retrieval of comprehensive project information and documentation, including details about building elements, maintenance schedules, technical specifications, and warranty information. Through 7D BIM, we optimize asset management, extending the lifespan and maximizing the value of facilities under our care.

BIM Life Cycle

Understanding the BIM Life Cycle is pivotal to our methodological approach at ECOPHI. We classify the life cycle of a BIM construction project into several Levels of Development (LOD) to signify the evolution of geometric information, structured data, and documentation reliability. This classification aids in managing the BIM model's effectively, ensuring clarity and accountability at every stage. From LOD 100 through to LOD 500, we maintain stringent standards of refinement and accuracy, ensuring that every phase of the project is executed with precision.