In this video, Rob Asher demonstrates how to export a completed design as an IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) file making it ready for further collaboration, analysis, or integration into other BIM workflows.
From Concept to IFC: Seamless Building Generation
The true power of this parametric approach lies in its ability to generate IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) files. IFC is an open, non-proprietary file format that is widely used in the BIM (Building Information Modeling) industry. It allows for seamless data exchange between different software applications, ensuring that building models can be shared and collaborated on across various disciplines.
The demonstrated system automatically generates an IFC file based on the user-defined parameters. This file can then be opened in any standard IFC viewer, allowing architects, engineers, and contractors to access and utilize the building model.
Integrating with a Master Plan: Contextual Design
The process is not limited to isolated buildings. It allows for contextual design by integrating the building generation with a site plan. By drawing a spline to define the building's location and orientation within a master plan, designers can create buildings that seamlessly integrate with their surrounding environment.