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Don't you think Singapore and Malaysia are two different countries?
Hi Zhiguo, thank you for bringing this error to our attention. I have corrected country for this project now. Please feel free to get in touch again if you find any other errors in the photo section.
Producers of prefabricated wall elements?
Good Afternoon. I am working on the project. Case - construction of public facility with prefabricated elements of wood and concrete. I am doing the analyses, therefore my question is: Do you know good source/producer website to see tested products (with some drawin... Read More
Hi, how do I download furniture? Sorry, I'm new to this!
Hi Bethany, Welcome to Modlar! The first step for downloading furniture is to find a product that has the file you are after. The easiest way to do this is to use the search bar at the top, either type in the product you are after or just 'furniture'. Then hit the search icon and once your search has been loaded, find the 'Formats' filter in...
Hi - I have selected a light I want to download but cant see how? Is there a download button somewhere Im missing?
Hi Patsy, Not all our products have BIM/CAD files, but when you do a search you can filter them by the file you are looking for. Simply enter a product type in the search bar (or leave this blank if you want to see everything) and hit the search icon. Once the search is loaded, you will see a 'Formats' filter on the left hand side. Tick the f...
The file that I downloaded doesn't have anything
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Hi Fallo, Which product or BIM object did you try to download? Could you copy the URL for me?
how can i change the dimension of this object in revit
Hi Hesam, For a general tutorial on how to change dimensions, you can have a look here: https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/revit-products/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2016/ENU/Revit-DocumentPresent/files/GUID-575DC14F-5571-4BB5-ACF3-991A8F49758F-htm.html . Or if you think there might be something wrong with this file, please let...
What are the disadvantages of ArchiCAD?
I need a list of disadvantages of ArchiCAD from user experience.
Hello Season. Below are the disadvantages of ArchiCAD: custom articles require GDL scripting, numerous old workarounds are never completely fathomed, a few expansions are never legitimately refreshed and less-utilized API. 1 More Answer
Unable to open file error on opening
Get an error message fail to open tried in 2014 & 2017 have downloaded several times
I got the same message. I'm using Revit 2016 3 More Answers
how to download this component in rfa or rvt
explain about tis very detailly & I like tis products
Hi Vinodhini, unfortunately this product doesn't have any BIM/CAD files to download. Once you find a product with the right files, it is very easy to download them. You simply tick the 'Revit' option in the 'Download Files' section and then click on 'Download' underneath. A zip file will start downloading automatically and once you have unzip...
having trouble placing downloads where I need them
New to site. I've tried to download a archicad object and will not let me save it in the appropriate file to use
Hi Lorna, Great news that you are now able to use the file. Yes, Modlar is completely free to use, we have a huge database of architectural products with specification details and many products have BIM/CAD files. We also have a great collection of inspirational photos of beautiful, cool and interesting architectural projects. I hope you enjo... 6 More Answers
Architectural Rendering Services
Hi guys, I'm looking for professional 3d visualization company. Could you advise me some? https://www.3dpraxisstudio.com Thanks for your help!
We produce visualization and real estate virtual staging https://virtual-staging.archicgi.com 3 More Answers
Revit file for revit auto cad 3d
Hi do we have a revit file for this model or similar looking bath. thanks heaps.
Hi Jyoti, I have had a look through our bath products, but unfortunately none of them have BIM/CAD files. We do have one bath with Revit files in our Community BIM section: www.modlar.com/profile/3623/kero-k/bath-tub-for-revit-architecture-2011 . I hope that helps!
how to bulk download bim models for favorited products?
how to bulk download bim models for favorited products?
Hi Tyler, we do not have a bulk download option yet, but having saved the products, you will be able to find them easily. Open each product individually and you will see the 'Downloads' tab on the right, unless there are no files attached to the products. If it has the file you want, tick that option and click on Download. Your computer will...
Hi, downloading is ok, but extracting the file is not functioning, why?
36 inch Built-In French Door Bottom-Freezer T36BT810NS everything works, download but uncompress it does not work 1 More Answer
how i download rfa file in my computer
Saved rfa files always show in your webpage.I want to save in my computer.
Hi Pankaj, I am not getting the same problem as you with Chrome, could you send me the link to the product/object you are trying to download? And have you tried opening the rfa file directly in the Revit software? 4 More Answers
need rfa file of shipping container, please
Hi Robert, this object has an rfa file: www.modlar.com/profile/18448/bobby-p/20-standard-height-cargo-container
how can i download this object
Hi Ramez, the download button is on the right hand side. Simply click on the word 'DOWNLOAD' in the red box.
Looking for a BIM model for metal spiral stair
I am looking for a BIM model of a 5'6" code compliant metal spiral stair
Hi Rob, I have had a look through all our spiral staircases for you, and unfortunately none of them have BIM files.
HOW CAN I DOWNLOAD REVIT COMPONENT
HOW TO DO DOWN PIPING
Hi Judah, To download Revit, go to a product page that has the right files and tick 'Revit' in the 'Downloads' tab on the right. Once you have ticked Revit, click on the download button underneath it. If you are having trouble finding the right products, you should do a search for the specific product you are looking for and then tick 'Revit'...
Revit Model for CYLINDER CY2 Light?
CYLINDER CY2 CYLINDER LED LUMINAIRE ADJUSTABLE SURFACE MOUNT I am looking for a Revit Model for this light, and saw that there was an archived option on Lucifer's site. Dose anyone have this model they can send me? Thanks, Breanne
Hi Breanne, we don't have Revit files for this one at all, sorry. 1 More Answer
I'm unable to load *.gsm files into Archicad 19 without a password. My Modlar password doesn't work.
Hi Richard, Most of our objects are password protected to avoid errors when the user tries to directly open the object file. You can load object into the project library and use it in the project normally without opening it. You can change the settings through the object interface settings as well. Please let me know if you are still having i...
Hi, How can i use my saved folder products in my revit project for my design?
Hi Lutfar, To download BIM files, first make sure that the product you are looking at has files to download. If it doesn't have a tab on the right hand side that says 'Downloads', then there are no files to download. If there is a tab there, tick the format you want to download the file in and then click on 'Download' underneath. 2 More Answers
Can you install rough Plumbing ?
Hi Gerry, that is a question that I cannot answer for you, but you can ask the manufacturer by emailing [email protected] .
Why does the cars have so many lines instead of solid color?
When i load the family into my project it ends up having lines . please i need help
Thank you 1 More Answer
Why cant I edit any of the components using Revit 2017 educational version ?
Hi Mo, this may be a limit of the education version you are using, it is best to email Autodesk for clarification.
What scale do the 2D blocks of appliances come in as?
The 2d CAD drawings of the Bosch HEI8054U are delivered with odd scaling. If I pull a dimension of the stove in the downloaded drawing, it says 3.150. The unit is 30" wide. Similarly the height dimensions as 3.76 but the unit is 36" tall. Shouldn't a dwg be correctl... Read More
How do I save to my folder?
No clear way to save to my designated folder!
Hi Daniel, When you click Save on a photo, it will ask you which folder you want it saved in. Make sure you have the right folder ticked and then click on the save button below again. You can also create a new folder instead of choosing one of the regular folders. If that doesn't work for you, please get back in touch to see what the issue is...
After saving the product, how can I start the download?
Hi Nathan, now that you have saved the products you will be able to find them easily. They will be in your folder, which you can access by clicking on 'MY FOLDER' on the top right of the page. To download the BIM files, open each product individually and you will see the 'Downloads' tab on the right. If the product has a file attached to it t...
i'm a new modlar subscriber... can i use these products on Revit
Hi Wes, yes absolutely. We have many products with Revit files. It might help to do a search for the specific product you are looking for and then ticking 'Revit' in the Formats filter on the left hand tab. Here is an example with windows: www.modlar.com/search/products/format--revit/query/windows .
Revit software for students
Hello, I am a student starting architectural drawings. Can I get Revit architecture software for free?
Hi Richmond, I have had a look on Revit's website for you and I think it might be possible. Have a look here: https://www.autodesk.com/education/free-software/revit . Good luck!
Models available in .ifc format?
I use Topsolid which can import .ifc files but not .rvt, .rfa, or lcf. Are the models on your site available in the .ifc file format? thanks... Scott
Hi Scott, we do have products with ifc files. To find these you can either type in IFC in the search bar, or search for a product and then use the BIM filter option in the left hand bar (IFC has its own filter). I hope that helps!
Why am I missing the relevant .jpg texture files from a revit model that I have downloaded?
After downloading and extracting the revit family, I import it into my revit project, and when I try to render, I find the furniture is just white instead of the texture it is supposed to be. I open the material browser and find that the texture is missing its requi... Read More
Hi Elena. Can I recommend you check the downloaded zip for a separate texture file. Thanks. 4 More Answers
It should be a dwg file and not revit right?
Hi Fe, thank you for flagging that issue. I am getting our expert to have a look at it now. 2 More Answers
Please verify if the Revit file for the awning has content or not.
Please confirm if the Revit awning zip folder had content or not. When I try to extract it, it is telling me that the zip file if empty. If possible, could the file be emailed to my address on file? [email protected] Thanks.
Hi Mark, The issue has been fixed, so any new files you download will be extractable. 1 More Answer
When I download files for Sketchup I get an error message. Why?
This is on a Windows 10 machine. I am able to open other Zipped files/folders. The error message states that the folder downloaded from Modlar is "invalid".
Hi Tom, The issue has been fixed, so if you download the files again, the zip files should be extractable. 1 More Answer
I am Downloading BIM objects from this site , but the file refuse to Extract
Thank you Liz , i will try it 2 More Answers
Are 2D AutoCAD files on this site?
Looking for 2D AutoCAD files on this site?
ok thanks for your answer! 1 More Answer
nulook sliding door stacker not working right in Archicad
Hi, i have downloaded the stacker door to use but it does is hidden or unseen in both door library and objects. Can someone please explain to me why this is not working. Thank you.
Hi Tony, thank you for letting us know about this issue. We're getting in touch with the manufacturer to see if we can get a replacement file.
I have saved some products , how do I transfer them to my Revit model.
Got it. Thank you. 1 More Answer