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Where can we find the Revit

Simon, Architect • 2019

Where can we find the Revit materials to go along with rfa. family? They are not part of the download and then looks terrible within Revit when they do not have the correct materials shown on the preview image

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Simon, I have checked the manufacturer for you, but unfortunately the rfa files are the only files they have for Revit.

Architecture

I cant download any BIM obje

uday, Engineer • 2020
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Shanlinika, this is where you can find the community objects: https://www.modlar.com/bim-cad-sharing . 4 More Answers

Building Products

How do i download this for m

Buniyamin, Architect • 2023

There is no download option on it despite saving it on my library

Revit family?

Tyrone • 2012

Does anyone have a Revit family for arrows that adjust to any scale. I want to use it to show bar the ranges for reinforcement detailing as a 2D detail. Currently I have done a family but I can't get the family to scale.

BIM G

It won't scale if you've created it with 'Generic Annotation' category. You need to build a 'Detail Component', that would change its size according to the view scale. 1 More Answer

Why does trace reference mak

michael • 2012

It annoys me how slow AC becomes when I use trace reference, could someone please tell me how I could speed it up?

Hans, Architect

I know many people have this problem but the slowness may also be down to your computer. 1 More Answer

Recommendations for guides/b

Werner P • 2012

I am wanting to create some of my own objects on ArchiCAD, and since this is a community of people creating and uploading their own BIM object creations I thought this would be a great place to get started!

Found this book online, only one that was available for viewing for free so maybe it's worth a shot? http://www.scribd.com/doc/35089318/Object-Making-With-ArchiCAD 2 More Answers

Tips for reducing rendering

Violeta • 2013

I know rendering normally takes a bit of time so does anyone have tips for reducing rendering time?

Really also depends on the software you are using, if you do rendering often it is probably worth buying a good rendering software. 3 More Answers

frameless sliding door?

kerri, Architect • 2014

How can I make a D2 Sliding 16 door that is frameless? I'm using ArchiCAD 17. I've tried to set the frame to 0" but it keeps giving me a little bit of wall at the ends. And when I've played with the reveal setting, I get a weird air space between the door and the... Read More

Building Products

Nice design. Great work. Hav

Mikko, Architect • 2015

That would be of great use - not just look good.

Building Products

Where can I find Autodesk Re

samuel, Architect • 2015

Anyone seen an Autodesk Revit file for a tree shade canopy?

Kero, Architect

Have you finally find that? I would like to use it in my project too.

Building Products

Help Spec'ing Miele Applianc

pauly • 2016

I'm looking at specifying Miele Appliances for the first time in a high residential project that I'm doing in the San Francisco Bay Area. I'd love to get feedback from other architects that have previously spec'd them, compared to other brands and whether your clien... Read More

Dennis, Architectural Draftsperson

I have used Miele many times in high end residential projects and have 5 Miele appliances in my own home. Work perfectly and never had problems. 3 More Answers

Building Products

How can i download furniture

JohnHenrey, Industrial Designer • 2017
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi John, unfortunately we have not been supplied with any ArchiCAD files for this particular products. For the products that do have ArchiCAD files, it is really easy: simply apply the ArchiCAD tick in the Downloads bar and then click on the Download button. The file will automatically start downloading and you can find it on your computer. L...

Building Products

ADDING PAINT COLOUR TO REVIT

REECE, Architect • 2017

GOOD MORNING I WAS JUST WONDERING WHEN I DOWNLOAD A PAINT COLOUR AND I OPEN IT IN REVIT HOW DO I SAVE THE COLOUR IN TO REVIT? THANK YOU

Lucille N

Hi Reece, If you try saving the colour by following these instructions: Click Save As (Project). In the Save As dialog, navigate to the desired location on the Revit Server network or on your hard drive. Enter a name for the file, and click Save. Here is a link to Revit troubleshooting also, that can be helpful -https://knowledge.autodesk.com...

Building Products

This SKP file can't open in

Mayra, Interior Designer • 2019

Hi, I model in revit and usually have no problem importing SKP files objects and then I turn them into RFA. This one is not working.

Mayra, Interior Designer

Thanks a lot. It happened in the past with an object from CGTrader and they did something and fixed it. Thanks a lot. 1 More Answer

Architecture

What are the best floor plan

Sushmita, Architectural Draftsperson • 2021

I have one reference article on the best floor plan software applications, and require some more suggestions

Christa, Architectural Draftsperson

You can try using AutoCAD, Sweethome3d, and Vectorworks.

Building Products

Can Quiet Qurl be used in a

Andrew, Architect • 2023

Gypsum underlayment will have radiant tubes in it. How does the heat from the tubes affect Quiet Qurl if the tubes are sitting directly above the mat?

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Andrew, this question can be best answered by the brand itself: Keene Building Products. Here is their contact page so you can get in touch: https://www.keenebuilding.com/contact

BIM/CAD Software

Is CAD perfect for designing

CloudBik, Manufacturer • Jul 29
Tom, Manufacturer

Yes, CAD is an excellent tool for designing 3d models, but no software is perfect for all situations. Its suitability depends on the project's complexity and the user's needs.

How do I zoom so I can see a

gregco • 2012

I'd like to change Revit to the view so I can see all windows, how do I do this?

F3, it will zoom all the tiled windows to their extents (to fit). 2 More Answers

Legal issues around BIM?

Rachel, Architect • 2012

As the adoption of BIM (Building Information Modeling) is happening faster and faster, what legal issues have people found around it? For example: -Who owns the model? -Who takes ultimate (legal) responsibility for its accuracy?

oldtexas, Architect

with all this talk about sharing models... the sale pitch for bim... i find that no one wants to share due to liability...thus unless you can find a legal way around your sharing of your model.... don't count on others wanting to take on that liability....i find bim useful strictly as an inhouse tool.... the give the paper to the rest of the... 2 More Answers

seeking casework?

Terrence, Architect • 2013

are there any good useful casework BIM objects here that are modeled in ArchiCAD? I am seeking objects that are frameless and framed.                          thnks

Modlar, Modlar Administrator

There are a few in the library. Do you mean for Kitchen casework? Also which version of ArchiCAD are you running?

REVIT 2014 Extension?

Pedro • 2013

Was wondering when the BIMStop extension for REVIT 2014 would be released. I''ve recently become a big fan of this website and am looking very forward to integrating it fully into my workflow within REVIT. Thanks.

Modlar, Modlar Administrator

Hi Pedro, Thanks for the great feedback. We hope to have the plugin out soon, we''ve been working on some exciting new features for it, which are taking a little longer to finish.

BIM/CAD Software

Capping a wall that has a sl

miked • 2014

How best would I be able to cap a wall below the roof or gable.

BIM/CAD Software

Drawing stairs by Sketch or

gregco • 2014

Which option is better to use in order to accurately draw stairs.

Plusspec has parametric stairs. There is no easier way www.plusspec.com › tools 1 More Answer

BIM/CAD Software

Using Revit over other platf

miked • 2014

Is Revit the better package to use as i have heard that Archicad has some great functionality and i have only briefly looked at the software. Are there any other major Architectural platforms that would be good to use.

If i want to work as BIm, wh

Gavin • 2014

I m currently a year 12 student and I want to become part of the BIM Sorry for bad English thank you

Ilia, Architect

I'm an Architecture student, and I spend most of my time working on BIM. Hope this helps. 1 More Answer

Egress From Third Floor Resi

gregco • 2014

It is my understanding that egress from a third floor in a single family home per the IRC requires two separate stairs. Two floors and you can have a stair and a jump platform, but three floors you will need two stairs. Is that correct? I recently saw a home built... Read More

Where are you located? Local code is critical. 1 More Answer

Daisy House by Stanley Tiger

Bobby, Architect • 2015

Hi people. I am in desperate need for a floor plan picture of the famous Daisy House designed by po-mo architect Stanley Tigerman. You know, that floor plan, clearly resembling the image of an ejaculating penis! Tx a lot.

could someone please upload a scan or a picture of this floorplan? tx 1 More Answer

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Architect to builder/develop

Bobby, Architect • 2015

Hi, I am an architect from India, have finished my B.arch and have worked in architectural firms for 1.5 yrs now and have gained good experience in terms of designing and handling a project architecturally. I have realized I want to design spaces and not do it accor... Read More

all it takes to become a developer is $ and connections to $ and the desire to low ball any and everything in the design and construction process to maximize your/your investors bottom line. 1 More Answer

Building Products

I keen to find multiple down

asmaa, Architect • 2016

l want to download this product, in an Autodesk Revit format. Is it available or can we please request it?

Modlar, Modlar Administrator

There is no BIM files available for this model. We will send your request to the manufacturer and hopefully to have BIM files created soon. Thanks 1 More Answer

Building Products

Can ArchiCAD be made availab

Karan, Student • 2016
Scott, Architect

Hi Karan, you could try the Horiso ones we have in the library: http://www.modlar.com/brands/horiso/ They're available for both ArchiCAD and Autodesk Revit formats.

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China bans 'bizarre' archite

Carrie, Architect • 2016

The Chinese government has issued a new directive banning "bizarre architecture", and criticising some of the "oversized, xenocentric, weird" buildings in the country. Source: BBC News http://bbc.in/1T274tB

Building Products

How can I change the number

Elvir, Architect • 2016

This bi-fold is great but not being able to regulate number of panels is a huge minus. Can you fix this please?

Kero, Architect

Thanks for interested in this model! Glad to know that it has been useful and I will put your request in my bucket list then :) 1 More Answer

Building Products

How can I find the same cars

Percy, Architect • 2018

Have downloaded most of these cars but none is compatible with my Revit Architecture 2009. Please help !

Jesse, Architect Office - Other

I don't know if the user still has problem loading this specific file, but I was able to load it. here is the steps taken. 1) download file. 2) go to the location where you saved the file on your device. 3) unzip the folder. 4) open the unzipped folder and there is another folder that you have to unzip. 5) unzip any other folder that might be... 1 More Answer

Building Products

Is there a revit family that

Aldo, Student • 2018
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Aldo, unfortunately the manufacturer of this door has not created an Revit files yet.

BIM/CAD Software

How do I add a SHGC field in

Stephen, Architect • 2018

Hello, I have been working with archiCAD for a little over a year now, and I have one issue with my window schedule. I have added in all my desired fields in scheme settings, but i can't seem to find a way to add SHGC to my window schedule. Am I just missing somethi... Read More

Stephen, Architect

Hello Nikia, Yes, I did figure this one out. In the scheme settings dialogue box for your window schedule, go to "add fields". Under general, select one of the custom text options, then add it to your schedule. You then can change the name from custom text to SHGC in the actual schedule. I tried to attach a photo, but I do not see an option t... 2 More Answers

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