Short Answer
Ideally, you provide an architectural design model as an IFC file (IFC 2x3 or IFC 4) containing the most important building elements: exterior and interior walls, slabs, roof, base plate, windows and doors, and, if applicable, stairs and balconies. A pure volume model contains too few building elements, while a fully layered execution model is often too detailed. Name the building elements clearly – additional attributes are usually not required.
Why It Matters
The level of detail of your model determines how well it can be evaluated automatically. A pure volume model contains too few building elements for the evaluation. A fully layered execution model, on the other hand, is often too detailed and makes automatic evaluation more difficult.
How It Works in vyzn
Export your model as an IFC file in version IFC 2x3 or IFC 4 – for example from Archicad, Revit or Vectorworks. The model should contain the most important building elements:
- exterior and interior walls
- slabs
- roof
- base plate
- windows and doors
- stairs and balconies, if applicable
Name the building elements clearly so they can be identified unambiguously. You usually do not need to maintain additional attributes: vyzn automatically adds a lot of information during its AI-based Deep Model Processing.
Avoid the following:
- exporting individual component layers
- incorrectly typed elements
- IfcBuildingElementProxy
Practical Example
Instead of naming a wall "Wand-001", use a descriptive name such as "Aussenwand EG – Dämmperimeter" (exterior wall, ground floor – insulation perimeter). This makes it clear which building element it is.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which IFC versions are supported?
IFC 2x3 and IFC 4, exported for example from Archicad, Revit or Vectorworks.
Do I need to maintain additional attributes in the model?
Usually not. vyzn automatically adds a lot of information during Deep Model Processing.
Is a pure volume model sufficient?
No, a pure volume model contains too few building elements. An architectural design model with the most important building elements is ideal.