Scan-to-BIM & as-built drawings for schools in Massachusetts

The client requested the modeling of a school building and the preparation of a set of drawings.

For the ORIGIN team, the project focused on accurately capturing the building’s architectural character and structural complexity. First and foremost, our experts aimed at ensuring that both exterior and interior elements were represented with a high level of detail.

The building shown in the image serves as the main hub for high school classes and tutorials. Originally constructed in the early 20th century of brick, it was later renovated with the addition of a white wooden extension, blending traditional and modern architectural elements.

The project features a two-story structure with a basement and an attic. The building was modeled with all decorative elements and complex constructions, including exterior wooden stairs.

Throughout the project, particular attention was given to complex geometries and construction details to deliver a reliable model suitable for precise documentation and future use.

The client’s primary request was to render the facades at LOD 350.

To achieve this level of detail, we carefully modeled the following architectural elements:

• Fluted white columns on the wooden extension;
• Decorated cornice above the main entrance;
• Forged ornamental detailing on the entrance window.

This approach ensured a highly accurate and realistic facade representation suitable for detailed documentation and presentation.

At the client’s request, the exterior stairs were modeled in detail, including numerous wooden elements, and connect the adjacent area to the attic of the building.

To accurately represent this construction, the team used a combination of Revit families, including stair families, structural framing, structural columns, railings, and roof elements.