In this Playlist you will learn various skills and techniques for using Bentley's BIM solution, OpenBuildings Designer, to model architectural BIM models.

This playlist contains videos for using the Space Planning tools in OpenBuildings Designer to do an 'on the fly' space layout, modify the space geometry, and create floor plans and schedules based on the space information.

To view the complete course and download a workbook, visit the Bentley Learn Server.

Part 1 - Setup for Space Planning In this video we will get started by setting up a new file for the purpose of doing a preliminary space layout based on a list of programmed spaces and areas.

https://youtu.be/wMT97-1ZIPo

https://youtu.be/p13N9UcLNng

Part 2 - Creating Spaces In this video we will create a new space catalog item and lay out a preliminary floor plan with a number of loft living units using the space layout.

Part 3 - Modifying Spaces In this video we will will modify the spaces in the space layout.

https://youtu.be/DKEX_ZSVMSQ

https://youtu.be/jwvfImFgmwA

Part 4 - Creating Walls from Spaces In this video we will start the 3D model by creating walls from spaces.

Part 5 - Place Space By Flood Area In this video we will place additional spaces using the Flood Area method.

https://youtu.be/kKRca5qaOeM

https://youtu.be/-675X14eflI

Part 6 - Modifying the Ceiling Height of a Space In this video we will modify the ceiling height of two spaces, first by modifying the data and then by graphically changing the ceiling height.

Part 7 - Space Annotation In this video we will create a floor plan of the loft floor with the spaces annotated and colored.

https://youtu.be/Y35kokFey0U

https://youtu.be/uF3_JgvDaGg

Part 8 - Using a Sketch Layout In this video we will create a new sales area layout file for the food market on the ground floor and attach a sketch to use as an underlay while placing the programmed spaces.

Part 9 - Importing a Space Layout In this video we will import a space program for the sales area of the grocery store into a new model.

https://youtu.be/RPAGIgDdhtI

https://youtu.be/eI6ZoHb0kbo

Part 10 - Modifying Space Data In this video we will edit the data on the spaces from the Schedules dialog.

Part 11 - Tracking Assets In this video we will add equipment to the different sales areas within the food market and then track the equipment that belongs to each space.

https://youtu.be/8HINuGB7niQ

Parent topic: Getting Started with Architectural Essentials