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material of yellow frames
hi there, are steel panels the material of the frames and are they attached to a concrete wall or steel frame? thanks in advace! g
Portfolio Standards Outside the US
I will soon be applying to masters programs in primarily northern Europe (Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland) and am trying to cater my portfolio to my target audience. I understand that formats and layouts vary by region and I was wondering if anyone could share thei... Read More
http://issuu.com/henrystephens/docs/gradportfolio_2014 1 More Answer
Hello, How Do I Open The File Into Sketch Up? It does Not Work
Hello, I have downloaded the files but I cannot open it on sketch up/I don't know how. I have tried to import is but every time it says failed
Hi Maureen, May I ask what file types they are once downloaded? And also if you can remember where to find the products/objects, it would be great if you could send URL's so I can check it from our end.
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.
how do I insert this file, a skp ffile to revit?
do I create a new family or just copy it?
Help jog my memory: New museum DC metro area?
I need help remembering a building I saw online a few months ago. There is a museum in the DC metro area, possibly Bethesda, being built by a somewhat prominent DC architect. From what I remember, it was added space for an existing collection. It seemed like the bui... Read More
From the Glenstone website 1 More Answer
Why does OMA produce successful offspring? What is their secret?
It is like OMA has monopolized the field. If you don't work or have close connects at OMA the odds are stacked against you. What kind of ritual witchcraft is going on behind the scenes there specifically? There is such a long list of successful OMA alumni. You don't... Read More
It has more to do with the people going in than what they are doing to them there. 1 More Answer
hello, how do I open the objects that I downloaded ?
After i downloaded the object i cant open it and therefor I can't insert it into the model. How do i do it?
Hi Sivan, It depends on which device you are using, you can try right-clicking the file and looking for the 'unzip' option. Some devices even let you just double-click it. If those two don't work, try Googling 'unzip on (device)'. I hope that works! 2 More Answers
I can not see Grids "live" in my local file, yet team members can. What did I do wrong?
I have set up Worksharing and set up the Worksets - Central File is on the server and local file on my desktop. Other team members can see the Grids "live" in their local files, yet I can not. What did I do wrong
Does anyone have a summary of finish prices
I am a young building technologist with no real experience in budgeting or estimating and I would like to learn. I'm looking for a summary of finish prices for walls, floors, ceilings, roofs etc. I'm not looking for accurate prices, I just want some general informat... Read More
Rawlinsons Cost Guide is used for Australian estimates. You might be able to find the equivalent for your country by searching for this one as a starting point 2 More Answers
How do I add a SHGC field into my window schedule in ArchiCAD?
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
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
Come faccio ad Importarlo su Archicad?
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
Why is this objects dimensions so large?
how can this model be resized to be a more sensible size?
What style/period is my home?
This home is no beauty by any means but we feel it has potential. As you can see it is in terrible disrepair. We are interested in fixing the home up according to its original style. However, we have not been able to figure out what style it is. We were told it was... Read More
Tear it down? Never! This is a great little house. And that razor-sharp hip roof is fantastic. 1 More Answer
Architecture Degree - Construction Mgmt Experience - Real Estate MBA?
Hello, I have a BS in architecture and have been working in real estate development/construction in the last 5 years. I am thinking of going to real estate MBA and hope to work in real estate investment or private equity firms dealing with finance side of developmen... Read More
Most likely, once you have the MBA, your entry point in a development firm would be in Construction Management or Development Management. Then, as you demonstrate your ability to contribute over time, you should be able to parlay that position towards a more finance oriented role. 1 More Answer
China bans 'bizarre' architecture. What impact will it have on an architect's creativity
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
seeking casework?
are there any good useful casework BIM objects here that are modeled in ArchiCAD? I am seeking objects that are frameless and framed. thnks
There are a few in the library. Do you mean for Kitchen casework? Also which version of ArchiCAD are you running?
Why does my Revit program crash when I upload this car?
I can't even find where "load family" placed it to even try to place in model. Where did it go? I hope it is not a virus bearing file/ :)
Advice on modular design around a Fire Station
I am student doing a Post Grad in Interior Architecture. I am using the ideas of prefab and modular design to design a fire station. I was wondering If I can send a list of questions regarding modular design methods also for professional input.
How can I add material or find textures to Knightsbridge's Maddie Seating Range?
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.
Do you have 3d products that you can download to Archicad 20?
I only find dwg files on the products that I would want to use.
Hi Anna, The products will be showing all the files available currently. Would you like to link me to the specific products you are looking for 3D models and we can contact the manufacturers?
What is your favorite architecture in San Francisco
What is your favorite architecture in San Francisco?
I love the Transamerica Pyramid and the Ferry Building!
What's the best format for Solidworks
What's the best file format for import into SolidWorks? I would love to have an IGES or STEP file but I'm currently left to dxf which loses a lot of part information.I can import .igs .iges .stp .step .sat .vda .prt .ipt .stl .x_t .x_b .ifc .wrl .cgr .par .emn .3dmA... Read More
There are lots of IFC files available on this site! :)
Downloaded file addit_archicad.zip and it does not have Revit symbols. Why?
Hi, it appears their file labeled ArchiCAD is for ArchiCAD only. We'll contact them to see if a Revit family of this product is available.
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.
Was this issue ever resolved? I'm having the same issue. 1 More Answer
Karim Rashid - Karma's a Bitch!
Remember that Karim Rashid article a while back...this one...where he was all like "I'm not a licensed architect, but I'm so awesome I'm designing 11 buildings? Well, according to this article today, maybe he should rethink that a bit: The Department of Buildings au... Read More
Unlicensed designers haven't cornered the market on such problems. Same issues happen with licensed "architecters" every day. 1 More Answer
Uni-Struts for Support of breaker panels
Does anyone know where I can get .rfa files for UNI-Struts to construct support and mounting frame for breaker panels?
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...
TidyWork
Hi, has anyone used TidyWork for their Projects costing system. Its seems quite good and remarkably cheap.
Thanks Bobby, I am looking for its use in a number of medium sized Practices in the UK, the 10- 20 staff range. I will try it out. Joe 1 More Answer
if i downloaded by pictures this product does it work if u want use in revit?
have you got families for LED light fittings?
LED light fittings seem to be a trend now. do you have any revit families for LED lighting?In lighting design, we need all sort of LED light fittings for interior and exterior conditions, such as recessed down light, surface mounted, wall mounted, suspended, linear... Read More
How can I create ivy that is crawling up a wall?
i need to create IVY that is crawling up a wall, It should be plant type where you can see the wall material behind it and plants on pergola. Please help, if it's possible
There is a free plugin for Sketchup that does this. There may also be some '2D' ivy - a picture of ivy on a transparent background. There are plenty of 2D trees available done this way. Regards, Chris
Does Hope's have their windows and doors in revit or just cad?
We are using Hope's windows and doors in our project and I would like to use their revit components if possible.
Hi Hunter, it doesn't look like they have any Revit files on their website, only dwg files. Here are the resources they do have: https://hopeswindows.com/downloads/
Origins of "cluster"
Dear all! I'm trying to track down the origins of the usage of the word "cluster" in architecture, for example as used by Smithsons (1952), in Architectural Forum (1953) or later in Architectural Review (1957). Please, does anyone know when and by whom was the term... Read More
hey y'all - that buildin is a real cluster fuck! 1 More Answer
Architecture stories
Hello all, Here I am at my computer on a gloomy Friday afternoon and I was thinking of all kinds of ridiculous events that happened in studio during my last school year... It got me wondering if any of you have funny stories, horror stories (the xacto knife is the m... Read More
one on the x-acto knife, in this case a large box cutter. My school was a short block away from a hospital, and one morning, close to the end of first year studio, we walk in to the main hallway to find a trail of big blood drops going out and in the direction of the hospital. One of my classmates had been working on his model and using the b... 1 More Answer
What email program/product are architects and engineers using
I prefer Google Gmail or Apple Mail, but most architecture and engineering firms still seem to be using Microsoft Outlook ?
How to import an object in revit?
TELL ME HOW CAN I IMPORT EASY WAY
Drawing a vertical section in Revit, the section head triangle is covering up my text
What do i do in this instance, how could i solve it.
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...