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Room data sheets are structured descriptions of the specifications that apply to specific room types. They are usually developed during the briefing phase (or architectural programming in the US) of the design process and aid in defining the client’s needs for each type of space. They can be used to develop specifications that assist designers and contractors understand what is expected from each space and how they can ensure that a proposed solution meets the client’s needs.
Typically room data sheets are created by architects and other members of the design team, such as engineers and interior designers. They are a work in development and may be an ‘in-progress’ document until the client has signed off on the final architectural design. The data from the room sheets of data can be linked to the Revit model by a process called backfilling. Utilizing this method of verification will ensure that the information in the room accurately matches the requirements in the final documentation and can also identify any discrepancies between the two.
The Room Data Sheets component in BriefBuilder allows you to quickly create room data sheets, and then use them to be synced with the Revit model. It provides a set of standard templates and pre-programmed picklists for the electrical, structural, plumbing and HVAC disciplines. It allows the insertions of thumbnail-sized drawings and graphics.
The program is easy to use and doesn’t require any special configuration. It can load configurations that had previously been saved, reducing the time needed in setting up. It permits properties such as size, browser organization, and naming for each page to be defined.