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Building Products

Do we have a REVIT file for

Liang, Interior Designer • 2023

Really love this swing bar! Wonder if there is a REVIT file to download

Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Liang, unfortunately this brand doesn't have any Revit files for its products.

Building Products

Where can download the compo

Yahaya, Architect • 2022
Michelle, Interior Designer

I'm looking for the same, thanks you for asking.

BIM/CAD Software

Uni-Struts for Support of br

Harald, Engineer • 2021

Does anyone know where I can get .rfa files for UNI-Struts to construct support and mounting frame for breaker panels?

Digital Monk, Manufacturer

You may find .rfa files for UNI-Struts on manufacturers' websites, engineering forums, or CAD file repositories. Contacting UNI-Struts distributors or customer support might also help. Ensure compatibility with your CAD software before downloading and using the files for constructing support and mounting frames for breaker panels. Digital Mon...

Are there regular seminars o

Tom, Architect • 2012

I'm looking for a place running regular Revit seminars, I'd potentially be happy to pay if it was going to kick start my learning of Revit and BIM.

Jay, Architect

Find a local RUG (Revit Users Group, such as LARUG, where we do monthly meetings in Los Angeles, San Francisco & Orange County: http://losangelesrevitusersgroup.blogspot.com/ We do live meetings as well as stream and record them for viewing later!!! I bet you have a local group near you, if not: Start one!!! Email me if you'd like to disc... 5 More Answers

BIM/CAD Software

What is the diff b/w BIM and

DINESH, Architect • 2016
Annie, Writer

Dinesh, here's a link to an earlier discussion https://www.modlar.com/answers/87/help-me-to-choose-archicad-or-revit-and-why/ Hope you find it useful!

Building Products

I liked the Nanawall Folding

Daniel, Architect • 2016

How do I find a distributor in Brazil? [Gostei do produto e gostaria de saber mais. Como encontrar um distribuidor no Brasil?]

Mike, Modlar Administrator

For more information on the product, please reach out to the manufacturer directly. Please let us know if that doesn't help & we can reach out on your behalf.

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

Chicago massing/base map nee

gregco • 2014

Hello architects- Can someone please share a dwg file of downtown Chicago with me? I am a thesis student in Boston at the BAC and am seeking a 3D sketchup massing or 2d line drawing of the streets and building footprints around Michigan Ave/Columbus Ave. and the riv... Read More

Hi, would it be possible to send me the file too? I'm also doing my thesis in a architecture and finding it extremely difficult looking for a plan of the goose Island area. Any help would be immensely appreciated. 3 More Answers

BIM/CAD Software

having trouble placing downl

Lorna, Architectural Draftsperson • 2017

New to site. I've tried to download a archicad object and will not let me save it in the appropriate file to use

Liz, Modlar Administrator

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

Architecture

What are the basic requireme

Sophie, Project Manager • Aug 10
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hi Sophie, here is what the Autodesk website recommends: https://www.autodesk.com/support/technical/article/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-AutoCAD-2022-including-Specialized-Toolsets.html

BIM/CAD Software

What software do you use mos

Liz, Modlar Administrator • 2017
Roger, Architect

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Building Products

Revit file for revit auto ca

Jyoti, Interior Designer • 2017

Hi do we have a revit file for this model or similar looking bath. thanks heaps.

Liz, Modlar Administrator

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!

BIM/CAD Software

How to download AutoCAD 2d c

claudia, Student • 2015
Kero, Architect

You may find this link could help >> http://autocadtips1.com/2011/04/17/scale-objects-with-a-reference/

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

What to use for Clash Detect

Anthony, Architect • 2012

What tools are best for BIM clash detection.

Daniel, Architect

Really depends what clashes you want to detect, different software's are better at detecting certain types then others. 2 More Answers

Building Products

are any of the Nanawalls f

Vivien, Architect Office - Other • 2017
Lucille N

Hi, No, NanaWalls are not Fire Rated. However, they can be prepped to meet Egress Requirements.

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Does an architect's childhoo

Carrie, Architect • 2016

If it does, then how and why do you think it influences their home design decisions? Share your experience/instances where you've felt the above holds true.

Lucia, Architect

I grew up in an estate, always surrounded by greenery and nature. I loved waking up and seeing vast spaces covered in vegetation through my window- my parents' garden filled with flowers, ancient trees and ornamental shrubs would attract all sorts of birds, and I spent hours listening and looking at them. I realized I tend to put vegetation i... 2 More Answers

BIMx: how to share?

Amado • 2012

I want to show my clients my BIM models, is BIMx the easiest way to share it with them.

Additionally, the BIMx Community Site provides means for you to post it on there. 2 More Answers

Building Products

Getting rid of polygons when

George, Engineer • 2021

Hey! Awesome design!! Do you know if there's a way to get rid of the polygonal lines when it's imported to Revit?

Building Products

Is there a revit family for

Rose, Student • 2020
Ibrahim, Architect

That is unfortunate. 2 More Answers

How to capture screenshot/im

Gerd, Architect • 2012

I want to capture some images from BIMx, is this possible?

The new BIMx for AC 16 allows camera/video options, so not sure which version your using? 3 More Answers

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Which are good architecture

snk • 2016

I'm currently residing in Northern California and looking for opportunities preferably in the SF Bay Area.

Henry, Architect

A great firm is SB Architects, One Beach Drive Street, Suite 101, San Francisco CA 94133 I work in the Miami office. Hope this help. Regards, Henry Paredes 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

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...

Using Modlar

When will you have an update

Michael, Architect • 2014
Modlar, Modlar Administrator

We are currently working on our add-on tools for ArchiCAD 18 and it will be available soon. 2 More Answers

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

CAD file of Manhattan anyone

pauly • 2014

Hi I'm looking for a CAD file of Manhattan Can anyone help? Thanks

Bobby, Architect

https://cadmapper.com/#new-york 1 More Answer

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Are file format conversions

Claire, Interior Designer • 2019

I'd like to be able to use the Delta Bath Trinsic FG559LF in Maya, so I need a .obj or .fbx file. Is there any way to get one of these formats?

Claire, Interior Designer

Thanks for getting back to me Liz! I wonder if anyone knows if it's even possible to convert to one of the formats I need. I don't have much experience in this specific arena. Can a Revit file be conveted to an .obj or .fbx? Is it even possible? 1 More Answer

Building Products

HelloI am looking for FRP pa

Ahmad, Engineer • 2022
Liz, Modlar Administrator

Hello Ahmad, if you see anything on Modlar that would work for your project, I can share the brand's contact details for that product. We are not involved in the sales process, so you would have to talk to the companies directly.

How do I make doors and wall

William • 2012

How can I make the windows and doors always appear this way.

However if you're using AC 10 or lower try 3D Window Settings > Effects > Transparency in Shading, then select off. 1 More Answer

What is the difference betwe

Alessio, Student • 2012

I have seen BIMx used or mentioned, but what is the actual difference between BIMx and BIM?

Marcel, Architect

Hi, You mean xBIM -go to www.openbim.org eXtensible Building Information Modelling - although my personal interpretation for BIM would be Building Information Management. There is a lot of BUM around too :) (Bloody Ugly Modelling) Marcel 3 More Answers

BIM/CAD Software

What is Open BIM

Raditya, Engineer • 2012

Could someone please explain to me what 'Open BIM' is please? Is it just one type of company using it?

Marcel, Architect

Hi, Check out www.openbim.org and www.graphisoft.com/openbim/ for details on Open BIM. Google is a great resource! Marcel 4 More Answers

DWG into Revit? Do or don't?

PhDs • 2013

I'm wanting to import DWG files to Revit, I hear it's not the best practice according to some people. What do you think?

Revit prefers native Revit objects. It's best practice to avoid importing from AutoCAD if at all possible. If it's something like an MEP RCP, use link CAD (and consider Current View Only as well) instead of import CAD. If it's a family, you can temporarily import it to Revit to use as reference, but purge it out before loading your family int... 5 More Answers

BIM/CAD Software

Is is possible to open an 2D

carlo, Student • 2015

For a project i need to know if it's possible to open a 2D DWG drawing into SolibriAND for the 2D floorplan inside it to be visible!Can anyone tell me if this is possible? And how it's done

Scott, Architect

I'm sure I've seen this done before in Solibri, I'll try and dig out the tutorial for you.

Building Products

How can I download these for

MICHAEL, Architect • 2014

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?

sabastine, Engineer

revit 2016 2 More Answers

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.

Generic

Is there a way of reposition

miked • 2014

Is there any way of repositioning the origin point ( 0,0,0) over a reference point elsewhere in a drawing besides the centre point so that i could work out position placement.

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Contemporary insulation prec

Bobby, Architect • 2015

I'm in a wall section class and I have an assignment that requires: "Raise the level roof to R-49, walls to R-21 and floors to R-38, as if the project is located in a cold climate. " so I was wondering if anyone could point me in the direction of contemporary insula... Read More

um, is there any further requirement than that? Materials, doors, windows, usage? Cost range? Buildings aren't designed around the insulation- the wall assembly is developed to suit the look and functional requirements of the project. 1 More Answer

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