Specification Support Series: Designing with BIM-Ready Architectural Systems

BIM has reshaped how architects design, document and coordinate buildings — and specification now starts much earlier than it once did. When architectural systems are BIM-ready, they can be properly considered from concept, not retrofitted later under time pressure.

BIM-enabled architectural systems allow architects to model accurately, test design intent and coordinate with consultants and contractors well before construction begins. This leads to clearer documentation, fewer compromises and reduced risk during delivery.

At Stratco Architectural Solutions, we’re aligning our architectural steel and wall cladding systems with the digital tools architects already rely on. The availability of systems like NINELINE™ architectural wall cladding range delivered via the Ci Tools Coverings add-on for Archicad supports smoother workflows, improved accuracy and better project outcomes. Revit users are supported with the availability of Revit families and 2D & 3D files for the pierced fix profiles.

By investing in BIM objects and digital design resources, we aim to support architects where decisions are really made — inside their modelling environment — helping streamline specification and deliver more predictable, buildable designs.

Image: NINELINE™ Pleat, as seen in Ci Tools Coverings add-on for Archicad.