BIM Elements Defined

Conceptual 
Providing “play dough” solid modeling abilities without worrying about fine details.

Space Planning
Outlining various designated areas and the minimum square feet or meters they occupy.

Construction Modeling
“Meat and potatoes” of design work—steel, concrete, electrical, ducts, floors, walls, door, windows, ceilings, fixtures, and so.

Reports and Analysis
Spacing reports; windows, doors, and walls schedules; and load analysis.

Presentation
Construction drawings, rendering and animation.