Construction Management
Plaza East
Chantilly, VA
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Revised Thesis Proposal (Januarary 30, 2008)
Thesis Proposal (December 18, 2007)
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Critical Issues Research
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is increasing in popularity as years pass, yet it is still not used very often. Research will be done on which companies and why companies use the software. Using BIM software a model of Plaza East’s superstructure will be made to show the advantages in value engineering and work sequencing.
Analysis I
There were a few problems with the architectural precast concrete panels of the facade. The color of the panels and the mockup took extra time from the schedule. An alternative to the precast concrete building envelope will be suggested to save money, time, and energy (Breadth 2: LEED and Energy Savings).
Analysis II (Breadth 1: Steel Superstructure vs Concrete)
With another envelope, further use of the BIM software will also be incorporated in the research of an alternative material for the superstructure. These two suggestions would be presented to the owner to save money to incorporate the third analysis.
Analysis III (Breadth 2: LEED Green Roofs and Energy Savings)
Through the first two analysis money will be saved and suggested to be used to install a green roof. This green roof will help with energy efficiency and cost savings in the long run. With the green roof addition further suggestions will be made to increase the LEED ranking of the building.