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Chandra Upholstered Counter Stool can be downloaded as a revit component?
Hi Chanie, that product doesn't have Revit files unfortunately. Here is a link for a search query where you can see all Furniture products with Revit files: www.modlar.com/search/products/furniture/format--revit
How can I download these for use in my projects?
Also what file or folder. And I saw that this is a ZIP file, how do I unzip the file and add it to my library?
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What version of Vectorworks opens the VW files supplied by Modlar
I have VW 2010... it can't seem to open Modlar supplied files. I'd like to know which version does open the files. Do I need an upgrade? Is there a minimum requirement?
I have VW 2014, and was wanting to download the Modlar tools add-on, but it won't seem to let me? Is there a version elsewhere I can download to use? Thanks
When to use the show hidden lines or remove hidden lines tool
How would you use either option when wanting to view an element that is obscured from another element.
If the internal ref no is different from the project ref no, how is the file/folder distinguished?
I am seeking clarification on how to name the file so that the internal ref no is distinguishable from the project ref no.
Local file creation causing synchronisation error?
I have been having this synchronisation error when i open a file that is clashing with another file that one of my colleagues have opened previously.
Shadows that are viewable in elevation view?
How do i ensure that my shadows are viewable in a relevant view as i cannot locate a setting or turn them on to e.g. illustrate the position of the sun
If i wanted to change the unit settings, how would i go about doing that?
If i wanted to change the unit settings either temporarily or permanent, how would i go about doing this.
Was Acad your first system? Your question seems to indicate that changing units is a big deal, which it was in Acad. If you wanted decimals of a foot or metric units you had to literally change the size of the data so that units would read correctly. In Revit, units do not change the size of anything. If you have a 2 x 2 ceiling tile, if you... 1 More Answer
Take a loss to work in greener pastures?
How much of a loss in pay would you take to work on better projects or a better employer? Assume the drive is the same, the responsibility is the same.
Not more than 10% - assuming i was adequately compensated previously. Just my opinion... 1 More Answer
Salary negotiations help please
I don't know what I am doing. I am offered a job. I am to respond to an email with my days that I will be on vacation, availability and expected hourly even though this is full time salary. I did research on the company and the pay rate for this company is enormous... Read More
Hi Kozumelle, 1 More Answer
I sign for the firm I'm working for...should I get more?
My company is a contractor initially but when I joined the company, we became a design and build studio. I'm the only Architect in the firm so I sign the drawings and documents for approval. The thing is, this wasn't even in my job description and in the negotiation... Read More
Percentage of profit. 1 More Answer
Abusive Faculty
Good afternoon everyone. I am writing today to take survey of people's opinions, experiences and suggestions for dealing with a faculty member who fails to uphold a level professionalism in the academic arena. I am currently dealing with an instructor who regularly... Read More
Document everything, write down specific phrases and actions as they happen. Go to your student counseling office and make an appointment with a therapist, most schools offer a certain number of free sessions for each student. A therapist can help you determine a course of action via student services, if needed. After you've made and kept tha... 1 More Answer
Opening my own business.
Registered in different States. Has a stable job for last 15 years though salary sucks. Has solid design and construction experience in healthcare industry. Tired of working for other people. Should I take risk to go for my own firm?
Who would your target client be, exactly? Hospitals/ Med Centers? Tough to imagine a small startup firm breaking in there. Or would you be consulting to larger HC-oriented firms you've already been working for? That seems a bit likelier. Better yet might be going after developers of med office buildings. 1 More Answer
Looking to grow Design Build Business
I am a licensed architect and general contractor andI am trying to grow our design build business, by growing our architectural side of the business. We have primarily been doing residential work, as that was the lowest threshold / bar to entry. However, I would lik... Read More
Very interesting points Carrera. 1 More Answer
Use of Digital Design Tools in architecture
Hello, I am a student of architecture from School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi I am doing a Dissertation on How design process has changed post digital revolution. And how digital design tools effect the outcome of the design. So i want to have view on At wha... Read More
Read anything by Robert Aish. 1 More Answer
Markets hungry for all levels of talent
OK, so we all know about the "architect shortage". But it only seems to apply to project architects and only in select markets. So, does anybody have information on which markets are really desperate for architects? ALL levels of archiects. I ask for myself, of cour... Read More
I got a call from a head hunter yesterday about project architect with 7-10 years experience in institutional / educational / hospital work. Midwest. 1 More Answer
Architectural Image Copyright - Europe
wow, just read this about architectural copyrights in France, Belgium and Italy. Unlike the US, images of built architectural works (even publicly visible) remain under the copyright of the architect. Anyone here ever do any buildings there - have you figured out a... Read More
Hmm I guess it was a naive question. Obviously just need to remember to make the gift shop big enough for everything you'll want to sell! 1 More Answer
favorite artists who paint architecture...?
de chirico, Escher, Dali, Woods??? whos your favs.
Dr. Seuss 1 More Answer
M.Arch after Bachelor in Interior architecture ?
Hi everyone, So I have a bachelor in Interior architecture, and I need to get a master in Architecture since this is what I wanted in the first place. What masters are offered in architecture for a person coming from an interior design background. What degree option... Read More
Sounds like something I need to know too! 1 More Answer
Good News/Bad News
Good News: Wife is about 10 weeks pregnant now, can tell everyone. Bad News: Laid off today, F F F F State needs to get their butts in gear and process my license
congrats man...stay home with your kid for awhile. 1 More Answer
NCARB Says my School is not accredited, but it is....
Hi All; I am in the process of starting my ARE taking an was going to request ARE testing authorization from NCARB. When I sat down to do this, I was shown to be ineligible to do this, and it seem to be because NCARB things my M.Arch is from a accredited institution... Read More
Point them to NAAB. 1 More Answer
Integrated digital practice?
I am trying to get a handle on who's leading the industry with the most integrated digital practice. I am talking about firms that recognize the potential for technology to reshape and reinform what architecture is and how it can benefit the practice of architecture... Read More
There are few companies that have pods that specialize in developing digital tools. Woods Bagot, NBBJ, and KPF come to mind. I'd classically include shop, but I don't know if that's true or not, anymore. 1 More Answer
Nude drawings in portfolio
Hi all, I am a high school student planning to apply for top Canadian and UK schools such as Cambrige, UCL, and McGill. Recently, my art teacher recommended doing a nude drawing based on the portfolio instruction's emphasis on life drawing. However, I do not feel ve... Read More
All the hot girls of Montreal... there must be something in the water 1 More Answer
Why are there items that when downloaded they report that there are no BIM files?
There are products listed on our site without BIM files available to download. This product does not have BIM files available, please feel free to send us the request and we will pass it onto the manufacturer for you. Thanks.
Locating and downloading .rfa files to my drawings?
I have used revitcity.com a lot to add objects to my drawings. I would like to use this site in a similar way but it has been confusing to me to try and simply find objects I can add to my drawings in revit. Please help me understand this site better.thanks,TUMBO
Hi tumbo, thanks for the feedback, which part did you find difficult? We are releasing an upgraded search engine next week, which will make locating the perfect object a lot easier.
Uploading content for other to yse?
Am I able to upload something I have made for others to use?
You sure can! You can upload contents under 'My BIM Objects' on your profile. Let us know if you help! Thanks.
can't update uploaded files?
Where can i update/edit already uploaded files. Or delete and add. tnx
Hi, you can edit them from your brand pages dashboard here: http://www.modlar.com/my-modlar/manage-pages/
Where can I download point to point smoke detector?
All I found was only with ceiling. I just need the individual smoke detector that doesn't include the ceiling.
Hi kero, Just one question (I am new to Revit, and used to use Sketchup), can you modify the number of panels ?
Ideally I need 4 in total. If so can you please tell me how? Regardless if this can't be modified, this is the best parametric Bi-fold door I ever found. Thank you again. :-)
full height windows
Do you have any wall hung models available?
Sorry, we don't have Toto wall hung toilet available at this stage. Please feel free to send us the request and we will pass it to the manufacturer for you. Thanks.
Uploading pictures
How do I upload pictures to the company account?
Hi Anindita, which company account do you want to upload pictures to?
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 .
If you could work with any architect, who would you choose?
It can be past or present...
WE ARE OPEN TO COLABORETE WITH ARCHITECTS THAT HAS A BOTH DESIGNING- AND TECHNICAL KNOWLEGE WERE WE CAN BE INVOLVED IN THE WHOLE PROCESS, FROM INITIAL DESIGN TO EXECUTED CONSTRUCTION AND SUPERVISION ON SITE. IT IS VERRY INPORTENT THAT THE INITIAL THOUGHTS AND IDEERS GET TO BE FOLLOWED UP DURING THE WHOLE DESIGNEXECUTION.
Can a Revit file be worked on by 2 or more users at the one time?
Hi Gavin, I have done a little research for you and I think this might answer your question: https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/revit-mep-forum/multiple-users-for-one-revit-file/td-p/3504546 . Let me know if that doesn't help.
ADDING PAINT COLOUR TO REVIT FROM A MODILAR PAINT COLOUR
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
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...
Is Modlar providing the wrong file for this download - a window, not a door?
When I download the Revit file for this outswing door, the file is actually a model of a window. Was it somehow loaded incorrectly onto the site?
Hi Laura, Thanks for letting us know. We will update the file.
who is the architect
Hi Michael, the architect is Santiago Calatrava. Thanks.
Is this ok to use in residential, new england climate
Is this ok to use in residential, new england climate
Hi Ernest, It would be best to check with the manufacturer to ensure it is okay to use. Thanks
