Getting started in Autodesk Revit

Getting started in Autodesk Revit can be a daunting task. There are so many articles, videos, and tutorials out there to weed through to find the information that is actually important to get started. So, where do you begin? Autodesk offers two versions of Revit and a software package that contains more products for a variety of uses. Let’s take …

Continued – Getting Started in Autodesk Revit

One thing I did not mention in last week’s blog, I am using Revit 2020 for the examples in the blog. Upon some deeper investigation, the Commercial_Sample_Project.rvt is not an option in Revit 2021 or 2022. Regardless, the functionality and location of the tools and information translate across versions. For this week’s blog, I will continue with that file in …

Tips for Building Revit Families

Revit Families are the building blocks of a Revit project. Use the right families and watch how seamlessly things come together. Use the wrong families and get ready to pull your hair out. Setting things up right from the start will aid in your project’s success and managing your library for years to come. Here are some tips and tricks …

Benefits of Scan to BIM

What is this Scan to BIM stuff that everyone is talking about? Let’s first understand what a laser scanner is and how it can be a benefit for construction. Laser scanning or Lidar is a method of capturing all of the visible elements in a building. The laser scanners send out little pulses of light to the surface of an …

Benefits of Using Navisworks

The AEC/VDC industry is constantly taking advantage of new software for BIM. Navisworks has been a staple for years for coordination and clash detection. So, what makes Navisworks so unique? Navisworks helps review your 3D designs. Navisworks models are optimized for visualization. This simplifies your 3D model to navigate with more fluidity than in Revit. Navisworks allows project teams to …

Join the Jedi Council: Why Your Company Should Create BIM Standards

In the galaxy of construction projects, BIM (Building Information Modeling) has become a powerful tool for planning, designing, and constructing buildings. However, without consistent BIM standards across your company, your team could be facing a chaotic mess of inconsistent data. To avoid the dark side of BIM, your company should create and enforce BIM standards. Join the Jedi Council of …

Achievement Unlocked: How Gaming is the Leading Force in Historic Preservation

Long day at work, and you decide to kick back on the Xbox or PlayStation. You may choose Call of Duty, Grand Theft Auto, or Minecraft, but I say you should play Assassin’s Creed. Assassin’s Creed, Notre-Dame, Historic Preservation? The fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris on April 15, 2019, was a devastating event to many. The fire caused significant …

Frosty

Frosty the BIM Man: A Winter Tale of Collaboration and Construction Join us in the snowy enchantment of winter as we unfold the frosty adventure, exploring the collaborative dance between Frosty the BIM Man, MEP coordination, and the crucial field collaboration that transforms visions into a snowman reality everyone can be proud of. Frosty the BIM Man and MEP Coordination: …

Navigating the Future of Construction

Navigating the Future of Construction: The Essential Role of BIM Lead Coordination In the evolving landscape of construction and design, Building Information Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a revolutionary tool. At the heart of this transformation lies the role of BIM Lead Coordination, a pivotal element that is reshaping how construction projects are planned, executed, and delivered. What is BIM …