Designing gastro operations in Autodesk Revit: A smart move for efficient design and operation

Designing foodservice operations in Autodesk Revit? In my experience, it's a smart move for efficient design and operation

Author: Luboš Prüger, CEO Projects 4GASTRONOMY s.r.o.

Today, designing a gastro operation is not just about drawing a kitchen and connecting appliances. At Projects 4GASTRONOMY we have been working with BIM methodology and tools such as Autodesk Revit, Twinmotion and their connection to Facility Management systems for several years. And I can say one thing - it's a move that pays off for designers, investors and the operations teams themselves.

✅ What does Revit bring directly in practice?

We started out classically - paper, CAD, spreadsheets. Today we model foodservice operations completely in Revit. What do we gain from this?

  • Parametric models of the gastro equipment - each element has its connection points (electrical, water, gas, HVAC) and we know the exact requirements.
  • Statements and legends are generated automatically - if something changes in the design, the statement is updated.
  • Collisions are detected earlier than on site - and this is something that saves money and nerves.

Why do we link models to FM systems?

Equipment in the kitchen doesn't just have a shape and size - it also has a lifetime, a warranty period, a service plan. In a BIM model, we record all of this from the design stage. So:

  • operating costs can be planned at the design stage,
  • we get a great basis for maintenance and record-keeping,
  • operational documentation is automatically generated from the model and used by the FM team.

? Cloud collaboration is changing the way we work

A shared model on the cloud (e.g. Autodesk Construction Cloud) is revolutionizing team collaboration. Whether you're a building designer, a technologist, an electrical designer or an investor - everyone sees the same thing.

  • Real changes in real time
  • Revisions and comments directly in the model
  • One version of the truth for everyone involved

Twinmotion? Excellent tool for presentation and operation planning

We use Twinmotion to visualize kitchens or dispensaries in realistic environments - and often in VR. We can create animations of operational scenarios - for example, how lunch dispensing or evening sanitation will work. For investors and operations management, this is often the moment when the project comes to life and all the details make sense.

BIM gives a new dimension to catering projects

For me as CEO, the BIM approach is one of the best decisions we have made in the company. It helps us:

  • Design smarter,
  • communicate better,
  • deliver better quality outputs for our clients and their operations.

Whether you're a designer, an investor, or a future operations manager, modern technology can greatly simplify the entire process - from initial design to day-to-day operations.

What about you?

Do you have experience with Revit projects in the foodservice industry? Do you work with BIM in kitchens or dispensaries? I'd be happy to share your experiences, insights or implementations in the comments - I'm always happy to be inspired.

#BIM #Revit #gastroprovision #facilitymanagement #Twinmotion #designedkitchen #digitalbuilding #constructiontech #collaboration

Inquiry