NBS National BIM Library

Is the primary source of high quality BIM objects in the UK.

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Extensive range of BIM objects

You’ll find thousands of generic and manufacturer BIM objects authored and certified by our experts to our trusted NBS BIM Object Standard, ensuring the consistency and currency of all objects in the library. Our extensive collection includes generic objects you can use for outline design stages, as well as a vast range of specific manufacturer objects for use later on in your project.

Embedded in the BIM workflow

Our integrated suite of BIM tools and content support you through the BIM workflow, enabling you to make the right decisions and deliver outstanding projects in an informed, collaborative and efficient way.

Our unique ecosystem demonstrates the ease and simplicity in which you can engage with BIM and marry it into your building projects. A key part of our ecosystem is our plug-ins, allowing you to drag and drop BIM objects directly into your NBS specification. Within the NBS Plug-in each BIM objects also has the relevant NBS product guidance, saving you time researching.

NBS National BIM report

Our expertise is evidenced in the NBS National BIM Report – now recognised as one of the industry’s most comprehensive reviews into the use of BIM.