SCAN TO BIM LONDON

Scan to BIM is the process of turning a laser scan of a real building into an accurate 3D model. A survey team captures millions of measurement points on site, producing a point cloud that records the building exactly as it stands. From this point cloud we create a structured Revit model, which can be used in design, refurbishment, and facility management.

Unlike a traditional measured building survey, Scan to BIM provides a full digital model instead of just 2D plans. This allows architects and engineers to test ideas, coordinate services, and reduce mistakes before work starts. The output can be delivered as Revit files, IFCs, or 2D drawings, depending on the project need.

Whether you call it point cloud to Revit, 3D BIM modelling, or measured surveys for BIM, the goal is the same: a reliable digital twin of the building you are working with.

London presents particular challenges. Many projects involve heritage buildings with incomplete records. Others are refurbishments where existing layouts are complex and undocumented. New developments are often on tight sites where accuracy is critical.

Scan to BIM helps overcome these issues. A Revit model based on a point cloud provides a true record of the existing structure. Design teams can test ideas against accurate data, spot clashes before they reach site, and coordinate services with greater certainty.

For contractors and developers, this translates to fewer changes during construction, reduced risk of delays, and better cost control. The ability to share a clear digital model across the whole team also makes workflows faster and more transparent.

In practice, Scan to BIM in London is not just a useful survey method — it is a tool that supports better outcomes in design and construction.