Context:
The client, a leading company in urban development projects in the Paris region, needed to generate an ‘as-built’ BIM model of the project they had just completed: the development of the Olympic Village that will house athletes during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Challenges:
This project required integrating multiple disciplines into several georeferenced BIM models within a tight deadline, while respecting the technical characteristics of the elements actually used. The ultimate goal was to create a federated model that accurately reproduced the work carried out and enabled the city of Paris to maintain an accurate database for future maintenance or renovation work. The disciplines included in the models were:
- Sewerage networks: Wastewater and rainwater drainage.
- Supply networks: Drinking water, electricity and telecommunications.
- Road infrastructure: Pavements, kerbs, sidewalks, signage and street lighting.
- Public spaces: Green areas and street furniture, among others.
Solution implemented:
Our team used Revit to create detailed BIM models from 2D plans provided by the client. In addition, we developed a library of specific objects needed for the project and coordinated the different disciplines using Navisworks, which allowed us to detect and resolve interferences. We also ensured the correct georeferencing of the models to facilitate their integration and future use.
Results obtained:
- Creation of an accurate digital twin that reflects the final state of the completed project.
- Improved urban asset management thanks to a detailed BIM model for future maintenance or renovation work.
- Delivery of the model within the established deadline, complying with the customer’s technical and regulatory requirements.
Conclusions:
Thanks to these As-built BIM models, the city of Paris now has a key tool for optimising the maintenance and management of the Olympic Village facilities. This demonstrates how BIM can transform the way cities plan and manage their infrastructure.
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