Fu, Charlie ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2019-5445, Aouad, Ghassan, Ponting, Amanda, Lee, Angela and Wu, Song (2004) IFC implementation in lifecycle costing. The Journal of Harbin Institute of Technology. ISSN 0367-6234

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Abstract

Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is always a major concern in the Architecture , Engineering and Construction
(AEC) industry. This paper presents the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology in the
development of a lifecycle cost2estimating tool. The IFC ( Industry Foundation Classes) model as an interoperable
building information model has been adopted as the central data repository to deliver the integrated information of
building designs from CAD design systems into the lifecycle2costing database. In this paper , the conceptions and rele2
vant factors , which could affect the LCC estimation , have been introduced. The problems of current LCC applications
have been identified as the lack of LCC data and the complexity of LCC exercises. The software application of IFC
models and relevant auxiliary are depicted as a solution of the problem identified. The lifecycle costing tool is a part of
the nD Modeling tool and as such is based on its integrated interface prototype toolkit and is able to holistically present
an IFC model into a 3D virtual reality view , a tree2view and a list of element properties. The functions and some tech2
nical points are also detailed in the paper. Through the research , it demonstrates the potential and possibility of imple2
menting BIM methods and techniques , particularly IFCs to enhance the computer applications in the processes of
building construction and facility management.

Item Type:	Article
Keywords:	AEC industry ; life cycle costing ; building information modeling ; industry foundation classes
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Depositing User:	Charlie Fu
Date Deposited:	14 Aug 2025 09:01
Last Modified:	14 Aug 2025 09:15
URI:	https://repository.uwl.ac.uk/id/eprint/13991

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