buildingSMART Data Dictionary (bSDD)
buildingSMART’s service for sharing definitions for describing the built environment to help everyone use agreed and consistent terms
What is the bSDD?
The bSDD is a collection of interconnected data dictionaries with definitions of terms to describe the built environment. The service is provided by buildingSMART for free, to enable easy access from all software solutions.
The content is published by independent organisations, spanning international classifications, national standards and company-specific agreements.
or access the content through software
Revit plugin
by VolkerVessels, Heijmans
BlenderBIM
by IfcOpenShell Contributors
Plannerly
by Plannerly
Get familiar with the bSDD
Data dictionary structure
Publishing in bSDD
FAQ
Read the technical pages
Classyfing IFC model in SketchUp with bSDD
Use case with ETIM classification
The Power of bSDD from buildingSMART
How to use bSDD to extend IFC for your needs
How to utilize bSDD in infrastructure owners perspective
Artur Tomczak answering bSDD-related questions
Recording of bSDD session from InfraBIM Open 2023
Do you have questions about bSDD?
Integrate bSDD
The bSDD API is the primary interface to interact with the bSDD database. Read more about bSDD data structure and how to integrate with the bSDD in our documentation for software developers. Ask technical questions and get notified about latest technical updates by subscribing to our forum.
The bSDD is a Strategic Project supported by:
