Mastering Revit Architecture 2010

by Demchak, Greg; Dzambazova, Tatjana; Krygiel, Eddy

• ISBN13: 9780470456491
• ISBN10: 0470456493
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-07-14
• Publisher: Sybex

Summary

As Autodesk's fastest-growing software package, Revit Architecture offers a new version that will require Revit users of all areas of expertise—architects, project managers, designers, contractors, and building owners—to learn new skills. As the only complete tutorial and reference for the newest version of Revit software, this book provides you with a hands-on look at the Revit interface, explores key modeling principles, looks at design options and features, and shows how to best present designs, and discusses proven workflows and best practices. The in-depth discussions, real-world examples, and detailed tutorials are drawn from the author's professional experience using the program.

Author Biography

Greg Demchak is a product designer for Revit Architecture. He also teaches at Boston Architectural College and holds a master's degree in architecture from MIT.

Tatjana Dzambazova is an internationally recognized AEC industry technology speaker. She was project manager for Revit Architecture for two years and previously practiced architecture for twelve years in Vienna and London.

Eddy Krygiel is an Autodesk Authorized Author and registered architect at HNTB Architects. He has used Revit to complete projects of all scopes and sizes. Eddy is responsible for implementing BIM at his firm and also consults for other architecture and contracting firms looking to implement BIM.

Table of Contents

Understanding BIM: From the Basics to Advanced Realities

Revit Fundamentals

Knowing Your Tools

Setting Up Templates and Office Standards

Customizing System Families and Project Settings in Your Template

Modeling Principles in Revit I

Modeling Principles in Revit II

Concept Massing Study: Early Design Phase

From Conceptual Mass to a Real Building

Working with Design Options

Moving from Design to Documentation

Extended Modeling Techniques-Walls

Extended Modeling Techniques-Roofs and Floors

Extended Modeling Techniques: Railings and Fences

Presentation Techniques for Plans, Sections, and Elevations

Presenting Perspective Views

Fine-Tuning Your Preliminary Design

Evaluating Conceptual Designs: Sustainability

Annotating Your Model

Developing the Designs: Smart Workflows Pt 1

Moving from Design to Detailed Documentation

Detailing and Coordination: Adding to Families

Tracking Changes in Your Model

Worksharing

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