Efrilaut 16, Iceland
Comprehensive BIM Modelling, Coordination, Fabrication Drawings & Handover Model for a Residential Development in Iceland
BIM Modelling and Coordination / Fabrication Drawings / Handover Model
4 BIM Engineers
6 months
Residential Development with Fully Coordinated MEP Systems. Efrilaut 16 is a residential apartment development located in Iceland. The project required the design, modelling, coordination, and documentation of all major MEP systems in accordance with Icelandic standards.
Starting from architectural and structural Revit models together with CAD and PDF documentation, our team developed a complete BIM solution covering ventilation, domestic water, heating, rainwater, and sewage systems.
[ Challenges ]
Designing Multiple MEP Systems Simultaneously
The project required the development of several interconnected engineering systems within a relatively compact residential building while maintaining compliance with Icelandic standards.
- Ventilation system design
- Cold and hot domestic water systems
- Heating system calculations
- Rainwater and sewage systems
Without proper planning, this would normally result in:
- Design conflicts
- Repeated revisions
- Reduced modelling efficiency
- Project delays
Coordination Across Multiple Disciplines
All engineering systems had to be coordinated with architectural and structural models while maintaining installation feasibility and construction readiness.
- Architectural coordination
- Structural coordination
- MEP routing restrictions
- Openings management
This created risks such as:
- Construction clashes
- Additional site modifications
- Rework of completed systems
- Schedule disruption
Delivering Construction-Ready Documentation
The final BIM model had to support fabrication, installation, and future building operation while remaining fully coordinated across all disciplines.
- Fabrication drawings
- Openings documentation
- Model validation
- Handover requirements
Without sufficient detailing, this would normally result in:
- Installation uncertainty
- RFIs from site teams
- Construction delays
- Increased project costs
[ Solutions ]
BIM-Based MEP Design
Starting from architectural and structural models, our team developed all major engineering systems for the residential building in accordance with Icelandic standards and project requirements.
- The engineering design scope included:
Integrated BIM Coordination
Since multiple engineering disciplines occupied the same building zones, continuous BIM coordination was required to maintain consistency and construction readiness.
- Coordination activities included:
This ensured all systems could be installed efficiently without major coordination issues.
Openings Management & Clash Detection
To avoid construction conflicts, all engineering systems were coordinated using Navisworks and integrated with architectural and structural disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.
- The coordination workflow included:
Potential conflicts were identified and resolved before fabrication drawings were issued.
Fabrication Drawings & Handover Package
Once all systems were fully coordinated, fabrication drawings and the final BIM handover model were prepared for construction and future building operation.
- Final deliverables included:
The result was a complete BIM package ready for construction and project handover.
[ Scope of Work ]
The initial project scope included
Working from architectural and structural models, our team developed, coordinated, and documented all major engineering systems required for construction and handover.
DESIGN OF MEP SYSTEMS FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
LOD 300 BIM MODELLING OF ENGINEERING SYSTEMS
- Ventilation systems
- Cold & hot domestic water
- Heating systems
- Rainwater systems
- Sewage systems
BIM COORDINATION & OPENINGS MANAGEMENT
FABRICATION DRAWINGS & TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Construction-ready documentation and ongoing engineering support throughout project delivery.
[ Delivery Process ]
BIM Setup & Engineering Design
The project started with architectural and structural BIM models together with CAD and PDF documentation. Based on this information, engineering systems were designed according to Icelandic standards.
- So we started with the core requirements:
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Review architectural models
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Review structural models
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Define engineering strategy
- Following approval, the design framework was established:
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Modelling standards
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Coordination procedures
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Documentation requirements
BIM Modelling & Coordination
Engineering systems were modelled in Autodesk Revit and coordinated continuously with architectural and structural disciplines.
- Key activities included:
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Ventilation modelling
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Domestic water systems modelling
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Heating, rainwater and sewage modelling
This ensured engineering consistency and minimized coordination issues before construction.
Clash Detection & Project Delivery
Navisworks was used to identify clashes and coordinate all engineering systems before issuing fabrication drawings and handover documentation.
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Clash detection reviews
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Openings coordination
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Fabrication documentation
The final BIM package was delivered as a coordinated handover model ready for construction and future building operation.
[ Results ]
The project resulted in a fully coordinated BIM model, optimized engineering systems, fabrication drawings, and a handover package ready for construction and future operation.
Construction Drawings & Output
FINAL PROJECT INFORMATION INCLUDED:
Total project area 3,800 m²
Building type Residential
Location Iceland
BIM Level LOD 300
The client received a fully coordinated BIM package containing all major engineering systems, optimized for construction and future building operation:
Ventilation systems developed and coordinated to LOD 300
Cold & hot domestic water systems integrated with architectural and structural models
Heating systems calculated using MagiCAD
Rainwater and sewage systems prepared for construction delivery
Openings coordinated across all disciplines
Fabrication drawings issued for project execution
Final BIM handover model prepared for the client ENGINEERING SYSTEMS DELIVERED
Ventilation Systems Designed & Modelled
Domestic Water Systems Designed & Modelled
Heating Systems Designed & Modelled
Rainwater & Sewage Designed & Modelled
Business value
Fully coordinated BIM environment
Construction-ready fabrication drawings
Reduced clash-related rework
Improved installation efficiency
Optimized engineering solutions
Complete BIM handover package [ Tools & Standards ]
Our workflows follow UK BIM standards to ensure quality, consistency, and seamless coordination across disciplines.
[ Case Study ]
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