Planning, Designing, Analysis of Residential Building (G+10) by BIM Software and Hybrid Method of Construction

Abstract

This project is a comprehensive study of planning, designing, analysis of a residential building (G+10) by using BIM software and hybrid methods of construction such as the combination of mivan alufrom and conventional brickwork by timber formwork and various other things such as the software like AutoCAD, Revit, Staad pro, naviswork, etc. This project contains a deep study of various softwares which are to be used like autocad, revit, staad pro, naviswork , etc to make a ideal residential building using these softwares we have to use the softwares for planning, designing, analysis of the building which consist of doing 2D drafting of the plan then 3D of the plan in revit and then analysis of the same in staad pro and also naviswork quantity estimation along with cost estimation of it. To do all the things we first need to use the Autodesk Autocad software for 2d drafting of the plan of the residential building and then we have to use the AutoDesk Revit software for doing the 3D modelling of the same building and also to do the rendering and walkthrough of G+10 residential building. Now for the analysis part of the building we have to use the Bentley STAAD PRO software to do the design of column, beam, slab and also to put the loading of dead load, live load, wind load, etc. To do this we have to follow some procedures like firstly we have to prepare a 2D line plan of the drafted plan in autocad then we have to decide where the columns, beams, and slab will be located in the building structure. Then for the loading part of it we have to define load cases and then select the area of city/town for doing the wind analysis and for live loads and dead loads we have to define some factors for the loading assignment after the loading cases are defined we have to do have assigning of the loads which will be done like on lower floors there will be more loading but as we go up in the height there won\'t be much loading because when we go higher and higher the amount of loading gets decreased so we have to give sizes accordingly. Then for the wind analysis part of the building we have to define the zone/area in which we will do the analysis of wind. It will be done in the staad pro software as well as by reviewing various research papers and IS codes for standard values of the same.

Introduction

The construction industry is rapidly evolving with the integration of advanced technologies and efficient building techniques. A key innovation is Building Information Modeling (BIM), which enables the creation of detailed digital models of buildings, improving accuracy, reducing waste, and saving time and costs—especially critical for complex projects like G+10 residential buildings (ground floor plus 10 stories).

BIM tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and STAAD Pro allow for better visualization, simulation, and analysis of structural performance, energy efficiency, and cost. Alongside BIM, hybrid construction methods are gaining traction, particularly the combination of Mivan Aluform (aluminum formwork) and conventional construction (brickwork and timber formwork). Mivan technology enables monolithic casting, faster construction, and improved finish, whereas traditional methods are more familiar and accessible to smaller builders.

The aim of the project is to design a cost-effective G+10 residential building for small-scale builders using a hybrid of Mivan and conventional methods, guided by BIM tools. This approach addresses common challenges such as high initial costs and lack of Mivan expertise among smaller builders.

Key Objectives:

1. Design a cost-effective residential G+10 building.

2. Use a hybrid of conventional and Mivan construction methods.

3. Leverage BIM software for planning, visualization, and analysis.

4. Make the approach scalable for both small and large builders.

5. Learn and apply multiple construction methods and BIM tools.

Problem Statement:

Small-scale builders often avoid Mivan technology due to high upfront costs and limited technical knowledge. This project bridges that gap by proposing a hybrid method suitable for mid-rise buildings (G+3 to G+10), combining Mivan’s speed and precision with conventional familiarity and cost flexibility.

Methodology Overview:

• Software Used:

  • AutoCAD (2D drafting)

  • Revit (3D modeling, rendering)

  • STAAD Pro (structural analysis)

  • Navisworks (cost estimation)

  • Excel (cost calculations)

• Construction Methods:

  • Conventional (brick, timber formwork)

  • Mivan Aluform (aluminum reusable formwork for monolithic structures)

• Hybrid Approach:

  • Use Mivan for structural elements (beams, columns, slabs).

  • Use conventional methods for non-structural elements (walls, finishes).

Benefits of Hybrid Construction:

• Faster build times

• Higher structural durability

• Long-term cost savings

• Reusability of materials

• Applicability for small and large-scale projects

Challenges:

• High initial cost

• Need for skilled labor and technical expertise

• Requires experienced supervision

Literature Review Highlights:

• BIM improves design accuracy and efficiency (Gandhi Institute for Technology).

• STAAD Pro enables effective structural analysis and design (KDK College, Nagpur).

• Comparative studies show Mivan construction is faster and provides better finish than conventional methods (MGM’s Polytechnic, Maharashtra).

This study demonstrates how integrating BIM with hybrid construction techniques can streamline the planning and building of G+10 structures, making them more accessible and affordable for small developers while maintaining quality and safety.

Conclusion

From this project we learned about various bim related softwares and also with their applications and functions and the various softwares being the autodesk autocad, autodesk revit, autodesk navisworks, bentley staad pro, etc. These softwares helped us to plan, design and analyze the g+10 residential building from scratch which includes doing the complete planning, designing and analysis of the residential building and also to do the estimation of it as well. The outcomes of our project are that we successfully designed/made a g+10 residential building using various software of building information modelling (bim) and also made use of the hybrid method of construction.

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