Micro Living Building Project| Leverage the design & detailing using Allplan with ALLTO PythonParts
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The Micro Living project in Frankfurt, involves the transformation of an 11-story historic office building located in Frankfurt. The design combines modern, sustainable elements with retro touches from the building’s original architectural style, creating a fresh and inviting living environment.
This case study explores the design and detailing of a residential development using Allplan software with ALLTO PythonParts to streamline and automate rebar detailing. The project encompasses approximately 16,562 square meters and 252 units, designed to maximize living space while adhering to structural efficiency, this project emphasizes durable construction and compliance with Eurocode 2 for reinforced concrete.
Key Steps in Project Execution
1. Project Setup and Modeling by ALLPLAN and ALLTO PythonParts
Using Allplan’s modeling capabilities, the units and communal areas were designed with detailed attention to spatial optimization and natural lighting.
The architectural model includes all unit layouts, common areas, and structural elements, providing a clear blueprint for further structural and reinforcement detailing.
Begin by setting up the 2D and 3D elements, including walls, slabs, beams, and columns, for each unit within the 16,562 m² area.
Given the scale and unit count, establish typical layouts to streamline repetitive design aspects and ensure efficient use of space.
2. Define Structural Components and Reinforcement Requirements:
For each structural component, set up detailed specifications for concrete strength, cover thickness, and load-bearing capacities in line with Eurocode 2, since this will guide the reinforcement design accurately.
Specify the rebar parameters such as bar diameter, spacing, and bending shapes for consistency across units.
3. Applying ALLTO PythonParts for Reinforcement - Rebar Detailing and Labeling:
ALLTO PythonParts can automate the detailing of complex reinforcement by defining and placing rebars according to standardized reinforcement layouts.
Reinforcement details are defined according to Eurocode 2 standards, ensuring that each structural component (slabs, beams, walls, and columns) meets the necessary strength and durability requirements.
ALLTO PythonParts is deployed to create customizable reinforcement components. This includes predefined rebar shapes, stirrups, and longitudinal reinforcements that are automatically adjusted to fit each element’s geometry and load-bearing needs.
Label each section accurately within the drawings, making adjustments for country-specific Germany standards if required.
PythonParts allows for automated placement and labeling of reinforcement bars, which improves accuracy and consistency across the entire project.
Additionally, ALLTO PythonParts generates rebar schedules in compliance with local standards, expediting the documentation process.
4. Efficiency and Quality Control
Clash Detection and Model Verification: Allplan’s clash detection tools help identify and resolve potential issues within the rebar layouts, ensuring all reinforcements fit within the structural constraints without conflicts.
Documentation and Export: Finalized reinforcement drawings, including annotated plans and detailed rebar schedules, are exported for use on site. These comprehensive documents provide construction teams with precise information for rebar placement.
5. Results and Benefits:
Enhanced Accuracy and Speed: With ALLTO PythonParts, rebar detailing is automated and standardized, reducing manual errors and speeding up the design-to-documentation process.
Compliance with Standards: By adhering to Eurocode 2 guidelines through Allplan’s tools and PythonParts, the project achieves regulatory compliance, contributing to safe and robust construction.
Cost Efficiency: The efficient rebar detailing process minimizes material waste and labor costs, offering a sustainable approach to residential construction.
ALLTO PythonParts supports various design standards, such as Eurocode 2, allowing engineers to meet regional compliance requirements easily.
This case study demonstrates how Allplan software, integrated with ALLTO PythonParts, provides a robust solution for large-scale residential projects. Through advanced modeling, automated rebar detailing, and quality control, this project exemplifies the efficient, accurate, and compliant development of urban residential spaces.
Let us know if you’d like more information on using ALLTO PythonParts in your projects at support@alltosoftware.com
