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Building Products

Why is this a zip file for r

Sarah, Student • 2017

Trying to import this product in my project on revit

jayppie, Engineer

i can not download in my revit 1 More Answer

Building Products

Do you guys have a revit dow

Zoe, Interior Designer • 2020
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Zoe, unfortunately this manufacturer does not have any BIM/CAD files.

BIM/CAD Software

How are sensors connected to

Deniz, Student • 2016

Hi, I'm a seniour Civil Engineering student and I'm writing my thesis on integration of BIM and FM programs. Right now I'm working on the sensors and the data transfer from sensors to FM systems. Other than using BIM in 3D modelling programs, it is possbile to find... Read More

Henrique, Architect

Programs with platform for use BIM and BIM OPEN , Vectorworks is the most plastic, with a drawing engine based on Cinema4D and easy to use . I use Vectorworks more than 8 years and not change. 1 More Answer

BIM/CAD Software

How are IFC Files used in de

Alan • 2016

How are IFC files actually used? Are they editable? I've been put in charge of BIM because I have 30 years CAD experience. But the people in charge don't really understand BIM and I'm not getting the training! Anyway, what i want to know is: How if an IFC file ACTUA... Read More

Cari, Architect

Hey Alan, editting an IFC element doesn't imply meyhem... you can move them around to your hearts content, and if they are composed of a typical archicad object, you can edit to the heart is content. Where you run into trouble is if the object is a particular manufacturers product and you change it, well, it'snot really their product anymore... 8 More Answers

Photos

How do i download a revit fi

Caroline, Engineer • 2017

I would like to download this please

Lucille N

Hi there, we currently don't have revit files available for these inspiration photos. Here is a revit file for a different fireplace https://www.modlar.com/brands/travis-industries/4415-ho-gsr2-fireplace/. Thanks

Building Products

How to make corner curtain w

moidin, Architect • 2016
Brent, Architect Office - Other

.rfa is a Revit Family file extension 2 More Answers

Decent car objects for Archi

michael • 2012

I have a presentation to do to a client next week and want to show some nice realistic cars in the project's garage (both in 3D & 2D). The client isn't going to be excited by the box shaped ones currently in the ArchiCAD 14 library!

Modlar, Modlar Administrator

Hi Michael, there are a few ArchiCAD cars on our network already. If you search via the ArchiCAD/cars tag: http://www.bimstop.com/bim-content/tag/archicad-cars/

Architecture

Mention your favorite Zaha H

Shruti • 2016

Deeply saddened by the death of Zaha Hadid. She was a true inspiration for architects and women around the world. Her incredible work has won her many awards some of them being the Evelyn Grace Academy, Maxxi Museum and Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre.

JORGE, Student

is not her buildings that inspire me, is the self Zaha Hadid with her thinking to think in the impossible forms and transform it in concrete (literally) 4 More Answers

BIM/CAD Software

What type of barriers will I

gregco • 2016

What's the cost implementation going to be like? Basically, what are the pros and cons of using BIM?

Philip, Architect

Adding one more thought...the aerospace, automotive, oil and gas, and consumer electronics products sectors have been employing sophisticated 3D modeling and simulation systems for design, manufacturing and assembly for years. Its long overdue for the architectural profession to become fluent in BIM technologies, pushing their use to the limi... 6 More Answers

Building Products

where can i find information

Angela, Facility Manager • Aug 1

sedia systems - jury seat

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Angela, here is the info on the brand's website: https://www.sediasystems.com/jury-series Please feel free to contact them directly if you would like to purchase any products.

Architecture

What are the disadvantages o

Season, Architect • 2018

I need a list of disadvantages of ArchiCAD from user experience.

Praveen, Interior Designer

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

Architecture

Architectural Rendering Serv

3dpraxis studio, Architect Office - Other • 2017

Hi guys, I'm looking for professional 3d visualization company. Could you advise me some? https://www.3dpraxisstudio.com Thanks for your help!

Rafi, Commercial Builder/Developer

If you are looking for professional 3d visualization company you can try- www.perfectretouching.com 10 More Answers

Architecture

List of some high quality ar

Sushmita, Architectural Draftsperson • 2019

Hi everyone kindly share the list of websites with good 3d interior design samples.

TheCheesy, Architect

3D Rendering Company, THE CHEESY VISUAL is one stop solution for mid to enterprise visualization projects. They have successfully delivered 1000+ projects for multiple industries. https://www.thecheesyanimation.com/ 9 More Answers

Building Products

how do I insert this file, a

siran, Architect • 2018

do I create a new family or just copy it?

Difference between CAD and B

Daniel, Architect • 2012

Just starting out and am wanting to know what the difference between CAD and BIM is.

3D CAD describes buildings by 3D views such as elevations, plans and sections. 3 More Answers

how i can insert textures in

miguel, Architect • 2013

I need insert new texture in archicad, but I need create a new material whit new 2d and new name but i dont now !!... excuse my english !!..

Scott, Architect

You need to go to the ArchiCAD material manager. From there you can duplicate an existing one, then adjust the 2D and texture image settings as you please.

Building Products

Revit Model for CYLINDER CY2

Breanne, Architect Office - Other • 2017

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

Andrew, Architect

Revit? 2 More Answers

Building Products

How do I download this revi

Mckenna, Industrial Designer • 2020

Aren't you suposed to be able to download all objects on modular as revit files?

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Mckenna, Modlar has a Community BIM/CAD section www.modlar.com/bim-cad-sharing that is focused solely on files (with Revit being a popular option). We also have a Products section that is set up to give specification details on a wide range of products and brands. A lot of these products also have BIM/CAD files which is really great. The m...

BIM/CAD Software

HOW CAN I DOWNLOAD REVIT COM

Judah, Student • 2017

HOW TO DO DOWN PIPING

Liz, Modlar Administrator

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'...

BIM/CAD Software

How can I put this BIM Objec

Gaby • 2016

I want to put this ATM Machine in my project. Could anyone help me?

Mike, Modlar Administrator

You could try export the above Revit file to IFC and then load it into ArchiCAD project.

Workshops for ArchiCAD?

Tom, Architect • 2012

Like my previous question, but this time for ArchiCAD, are there any workshops, seminars or webinars available? Maybe even ones run by independents?

C2Architect, Architect

You could start by looking at the Graphisoft website where they have many resources that can point you in the correct direction regarding education and training for ArchiCAD. The tutorials that they have are step by step with accompanying videos that teach as you go and are excellent. Beyond that if you want more, Eric Bobrow is an excellent... 4 More Answers

Building Products

Sweet Home 3D compatibility

Pierre, Procurement • 2018

I'm learning a lot, how do I import this into Sweet Home 3D and is it compatible ? Thanks I;m still learning and have started with Sweet Home 3D as it is a lot easier than the complicated product.

Tom, Manufacturer

To use shipping containers in Sweet Home 3D: 1 Get a 3D model of a shipping container (create or download). 2 Import the model in Sweet Home 3D's "Furniture" tab. Click on the "Import furniture" button and select the 3D model file of the shipping container that you want to use. 3. Adjust size, design interior, and visualize your layout. 4. Ex... 1 More Answer

BIM/CAD Software

Why am I missing the relevan

Elena, Student • 2017

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

Sarah, Architect Office - Other

Hi Elena. Can I recommend you check the downloaded zip for a separate texture file. Thanks. 4 More Answers

Using Modlar

is there a payment if I down

Arkithings, Student • 2021
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi there, there is no cost to any services for users, so feel free to download any BIM/CAD files you like.

BIM/CAD Software

ArchiCAD and Cinema 4D or Ar

Daniel • 2012

I want to produce some high end renders from my ArchiCAD models so am looking for a piece of software to achieve this. I've got it down to either Cinema 4D or Artlantis but can't decide, what have others used?

If you want the easy road, Artlantis is the way to go. Cinema 4D offers more features than Artlantis, but Artlantis is easier to learn & use and runs super fast. You can do quick radiosity renderings using the Artlantis rendering engine (which, in many situations, may be all you'll ever need to do), plus in Artlantis you've also got the o... 1 More Answer

Architecture

Descargas de mi perfil no es

Jose Antonio, Architect • Jul 11

Hola. No tengo activa la pestaña para descargar objetos. Gracias

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Jose, I have just had a look at the product that was in your folder and this manufacturer doesn't supply BIM/CAD files for its products. Unfortunately that means there is nothing to download. If you want to only see products that have the right files, you can do a search and use the 'Formats' filter. For example, here is a blank search tha...

Building Products

How do I download this objec

Маргарита, Architect • 2022
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Маргарита, this product here does not have any BIM/CAD files, so there is nothing to download. We have thousands of products, many of which do have files to download. You can use the format filter when you do a search and that will allow you to see only products that have the relevant files. Alternatively, we also have a sister si...

Building Products

revit dosyası olarak indirm

Hanife nur, Student • 2020
Robert, Manufacturer

this type of bench and table looks great in the park or in the cafeteria.

Building Products

Installation of steam Door i

Rebecca, Contractor • 2023

How do you install? Are there installation instructions?

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Rebecca, you can find more info on the brand's website: https://www.helosaunas.com/commercial_steam

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

Generic

what is the Seer Rating for

Mike, Project Manager • Aug 16
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Mike, for specific questions about products, you will have to contact the brand directly. You can find their contact details here: https://www.hotwater.com/about-us/contact.html And here is a link to the product's information page that might be helpful too, although I don't believe it lists the Seer rating: https://www.hotwater.com/product...

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.

Building Products

Why the color of this armcha

reyhane, Architect • 2016

I'm using this armchair in my renders, however it appears grey?

Modlar, Modlar Administrator

The material parameters are blank and no appearance assigned to the model, you could try add material to the model appearance and it should show different colour when rendering. Thanks for letting us know the issue and we will pass it to the manufacturer. 5 More Answers

BIM/CAD Software

Can I open a BIM file in Cin

Laura • 2015

Hi, I'm wondering if I can open BIM files in Cinema 4D. I already tried and it doesn't seem to work. Are they only compatible with Autodesk programs or can I work around this problem some way?Thanks.

Kero, Architect

The following file formats can support Cinema 4D; DXF, DWG, 3DS, DAE, FBX, DEM, LWS, STL, VRML2, OBJ, COLLADA, Alembic. You can export files to these formats and import into Cinema 4D. Thanks.

Best European countries for

pauly • 2014

I would like to eventually move to Europe and be able to still work in the architecture industry. My first choice is the UK, but my research suggests this is a difficult market to break into without being registered and many firms do not hire overseas workers. My ot... Read More

The UK is recovering swiftly from the economic recession, but Turkey is one of the fastest growing in Europe for Architecture and architecture related jobs (i.e. structural engineering, BIM modelling/integrated design technicians, etc). I would urge you to look there, as the countries proficiency in English is very good too. The only real dan... 1 More Answer

Building Products

Where could be possible to f

Maurizio, Architect • 2013
Modlar, Modlar Administrator

Try http://www.jeld-wen.com

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

What render software to use

Costel • 2013

Hi, could anyone tell me the best render software (and that is not to expensive), as I would really like to do some professional renders for my current projects in Revit 2013.

I like Lumion. 5 More Answers

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