OpenBuildings Designer is Bentley Systems' multidisciplinary BIM solution dedicated to complex building projects. It unifies architecture, structure and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) in a unique environment, promotes collaboration between dispersed teams and optimizes each phase of the project, from concept to execution.
The BIM base that turns your architectural vision into reality
With OpenBuildings Designer, you design, analyze, document and visualize buildings of all types, forms and complexities, while removing barriers between the different construction occupations and geographically dispersed teams.
A BIM model rich in information, shared by all the disciplines of the project.
The 10 key points of OpenBuildings Designer
| Key point | In practice |
|---|---|
| 1. Multidisciplinary design | Architecture, structure and MEP in a unique and collaborative BIM environment. |
| 2. Interoperability | IFC 2×3 and IFC 4.x certified, iModel format generation. |
| 3. Conflict detection | Automatic identification of interferences between disciplines before construction. |
| 4. Conceptual energy analysis | Maximum loads, annual consumption, CO2 emissions, fuel costs. |
| 5. Parametric MEP design | Air treatment, piping, piping, electricity, fire detection. |
| 6. Structure design | Steel, concrete, wood — with ProStructures integration for retail. |
| 7. Automated documentation | Plans, cuts, elevations and schedules generated directly from the model. |
| 8. Unconstrained modelling | Simple or extremely complex geometries, with no shape limit. |
| 9. Photorealistic visualisation | Quality animations and renderings without third party software. |
| 10. Shared CAD core | Based on MicroStation, like most Bentley applications — large versatility on infrastructure projects. |
Focus on some key features
MEP design and multidisciplinary collaboration
Thanks to a shared set of BIM tools and workflows, the collaboration between architects, engineer engineers, electricians and structural engineers is significantly improved. Integrated conflict detection facilitates resolution, while sharing annotations and documents between teams reduces the risk of errors.
Technical batches (CVC, plumbing, electricity) are modelled in the same way as architecture and structure.
Performance buildings, from concept to operation
By simulating the performance of the BIM model in real-life conditions, you quickly identify the best options from the early stages of the project. OpenBuildings Designer This allows you to explore several design scenarios and refine your choices even before the start of the project.
From simple geometries to the most complex forms, without compromising performance.
Why choose OpenBuildings Designer with beCAD?
As an approved Bentley Systems partner, beCAD supports design offices, architects and construction companies in consulting, selling and training on OpenBuildings Designer and all Bentley solutions (MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, OpenPlant, iTwinCapture Modeler, AutoPipe Vessel, Synchro 4D...). Our team helps you structure your BIM workflows and train your teams to take full advantage of the software.
