Recently, the editor of BIM Architecture Network has received numerous inquiries from friends interested in the application and development of BIM abroad. Today, we will provide a brief overview of The Application and Development Status of BIM-Related Structures Overseas.
1. BIM Institutions and Development Status in the United States
General Services Administration (GSA) of the U.S. Federal Government
In 2003, the BIM 3D-4D plan was introduced, leading to the establishment of the Building Information Modeling (BIM) Guide Series, which supports government projects. Since 2008, it has been mandatory for government projects to submit building information models.
American Academy of Building Sciences
This organization proposed the National BIM Standard (NBIMS) to enhance Building Energy Efficiency (BEP).
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
All projects are required to adopt Building Information Modeling as a mandatory standard.
2. BIM Institutions and Development Status in the United Kingdom
UK Government
Between 2016 and 2021, the government focused on increasing the utilization of building information models. Level 2 BIM has been in use since 2016.
Central Government Cabinet Office BIM Task Group
The Government Soft Landings (GSL) framework is applied to enhance efficiency during the delivery and operational phases of building facilities while reducing costs. Each department appoints a senior GSL supervisor to manage The Golden Thread across all engineering projects. Supported by design and construction teams, departments can proactively manage facility maintenance from the initial operational stage. The operation and maintenance evaluation mechanism acts as a collaborative tool to measure and optimize asset performance and develop relevant training programs. BIM is gradually becoming a digital management tool to support emerging project workflows.
3. BIM Institutions and Development Status in Finland
Congress Property (Real Estate Service Agency)
Since 2007, the use of Building Information Modeling has been required for all projects. That year also saw the adoption of IFC/BIM standards with plans to implement a comprehensive, model-based operational approach in the future.
4. BIM Institutions and Development Status in Norway
Civil State Client Statsbygg
Efforts began in 2010 to promote BIM adoption, mandating the use of IFC/BIM for all new buildings.
5. BIM Institutions and Development Status in Singapore
Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
Since 2014, BIM electronic submission platforms have been mandatory for new construction projects exceeding 20,000 square meters. This requirement was extended in 2015 to projects over 5,000 square meters. The public sector leads the way in adoption, promoting successful case studies, removing barriers, offering industry training, and encouraging widespread use.
6. BIM Institutions and Development Status in South Korea
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
From 2016 onward, all public works projects with budgets exceeding 500 million Korean won are required to adopt BIM.
7. BIM Institutions and Development Status in Australia
Construction Environment Industry Innovation Council
Since 2016, government projects have required the use of 3D BIM. Although BIM adoption is progressing, the government and industry associations continue to encourage acceleration of this process.
From the above, it is clear that BIM development overseas is largely driven by top-down policy initiatives, in contrast to China’s more gradual, bottom-up approach. However, in recent years, China’s construction sector has recognized the importance of BIM and introduced supportive policies to strengthen its adoption.
That concludes our overview of The Application and Development Status of BIM-Related Structures Abroad. We hope this article has been helpful, and we welcome any additional insights from readers!
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