“The scheduling tool helped the quantity surveyor to calculate the
volumes of materials needed and we imported IFC models from the
structural engineers to check the steel frame and to coordinate with
architectural elements.” the different trades. We provided information in both 3D and
2D including scale drawings of the model, which were produced
directly from ARCHICAD. We also imported all drawings from the
contractors into our model to compare with their proposals.”
Starting in 2011, the project wasn’t run to BIM level 2. However, the
team used elements of BIM Level 1 and Level 2 during the design
and coordination processes. AWARD-WINNING BUILDING
Purchased by American bank Wells Fargo to establish its
headquarters in London, the completed building offers 225,000sq
ft of light-filled prime office space, with river views and a
beautiful roof garden. It achieved a BREEAM Excellent rating and
has substantial cycle facilities which exceed the London Plan
requirements, including cycle racks and showers to encourage
people to cycle or run to work or during their lunch break. As a
result, the building was awarded a platinum cycling certificate
score.
“In particular,” said Agnieszka, “designing in 3D helped to coordinate
with the structural engineer and the MEP. The 3D models also
showed the complex junctions and movement joints and helped to
inform how to construct and fire protect the building.
“The clients liked working in 3D and enjoyed having the ability
to move around the model in 3D during design meetings. And by
showing the client the ARCHICAD model during design meetings we
had the flexibility to change things straight away.”
HANDS-ON AT CONSTRUCTION
JRA was appointed by HB Reavis during the build stage and was
heavily involved during the construction process.
“We monitored progress on site,” said Agnieszka, “and also helped
the developer with the detailing and interface details between
In addition, the project won Graphisoft’s Project of the Year 2018,
was shortlisted for the AJ100 2018 Sustainable Practice of the Year
award, shortlisted for the New London Architecture 2018 offices
category, won highly commended in the Property Awards 2018
developer of the year category and was a finalist in the British
Council for Offices 2018 commercial workplace category.
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