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The Challenge
A leading household items retail chain was preparing to renovate one of its flagship stores located in Malleshwaram, Bengaluru. The project, however, encountered an immediate roadblock: the absence of accurate as-built data and area statements for the building. Without this foundational information, the client’s interior fit-out planning could not proceed.
Client’s Initial Hurdles
No reliable area statements for individual rooms and floor levels
Outdated or missing architectural and structural drawings
No visibility into existing MEP services and ceiling beam positions
No elevation or facade data for planning and tendering
Uncertainty in site conditions is delaying planning decisions.
Why This Was Critical
Why was the absence of as-built data a showstopper?
Because the fit-out design couldn’t proceed without confirming existing site dimensions and service locations.
Why couldn’t the client use existing design drawings?
They were outdated and didn’t reflect real conditions, risking misalignment and costly rework.
What impact would further delays have caused?
A delay in interior works would have pushed back store re-opening, affecting revenue timelines and vendor schedules.
Why was ceiling data particularly important?
To coordinate new MEP installations with existing beams, services, and ceiling voids, avoiding site clashes.
Why was the facade and elevation detail necessary?
These were crucial for planning external modifications and preparing tender documentation accurately.
Gaps in Existing Information
Missing verified room-wise area statements
No record of actual ceiling beam locations or MEP layouts
Incomplete facade, elevation, and outer wall data
Out-of-date architectural and structural documentation
Why Specific Requirements Mattered
Room-wise area statements were needed to initiate layout planning
Accurate ceiling and service data was essential to avoid on-site rework
Building elevations and outer wall dimensions were needed for vendor coordination and tendering
All information had to be delivered within a tight 4-week timeline to stay on schedule.
The Desapex Solution
Desapex deployed a digital engineering approach involving:
Laser scanning of the entire core and shell to capture true site conditions
As-built BIM modelling of Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (ASMEPF) systems
Early delivery of area statements and images to support parallel planning
Comprehensive drawing and model set handed over within 4 weeks.
Project Timeline & Milestones
Week 1: Laser scanning completed using 2 scanners and 2 survey teams
Weeks 2-4: Point cloud registration, BIM modelling, and sheet generation
Final deliverables handed over in 4 weeks, as committed.
Software & Technology Used
Autodesk Revit
AutoCAD
Leica Cyclone Register 360
Trimble RealWorks
PDF Viewer.
The Real Business Value Delivered
Enabled timely start of interior fit-out works
Delivered accurate as-built data, eliminating guesswork during design
Ceiling scans revealed beam and service layouts for clash-free planning
Provided reliable input for tendering, vendor selection, and project budgeting
Helped maintain renovation timelines without delays due to missing site information.
What This Means for Future Projects
This project demonstrates the transformative impact of integrating laser scanning and as-built BIM into renovation workflows. By bridging the gap between design intent and real-world conditions, Desapex empowered the client to take informed decisions, avoid costly delays, and coordinate downstream activities with confidence.
For future renovation or expansion projects especially in retail and commercial settings this approach can become a playbook for success. Early access to precise site data shortens the planning cycle, ensures stakeholder alignment, and provides a reliable digital foundation for design, execution, and facility management.
“When you begin with the truth on site, you build with confidence that’s the power of digital accuracy.”