IfcBuilding
What is IfcBuilding?
IfcBuilding represents a structure that provides shelter for its occupants or contents. It is the primary spatial container in the IFC hierarchy, grouping building storeys and their contained elements. A single IfcSite can contain multiple IfcBuilding instances for campus or complex projects.
Hierarchy
Inherits from: IfcSite
Common Properties
Properties commonly found on IfcBuilding elements in IFC models.
Property Sets
Standard IFC property sets associated with IfcBuilding.
- Pset_BuildingCommon
- Pset_BuildingUse
- Qto_BuildingBaseQuantities
Real-World Usage
IfcBuilding provides the top-level organizational container for all elements in a structure. Project managers use building-level data for high-level reporting, compliance documentation, and facility handover records.
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IfcSite
IfcSite represents the land area on which a construction project is located. It contains georeference data including latitude, longitude, elevation, and true north direction. IfcSite is the second level in the IFC spatial hierarchy, sitting below IfcProject and above IfcBuilding.
Spatial ElementIfcBuildingStorey
IfcBuildingStorey represents a single floor level within a building. It defines the vertical organisation of a building and contains all elements located on that storey. The elevation property defines the height of the storey relative to the building reference point.
Spatial ElementIfcSpace
IfcSpace represents a defined area or volume within a building, typically corresponding to a room or functional zone. Spaces carry data about their intended use, floor area, volume, and environmental requirements. They are bounded by building elements like walls, slabs, and doors.