Revit 2013 Update Release 3
Just in case you missed it, Update Release 3 is available for all 4 Revit flavours (links below). Key fixes (as per documentation): Improves stability when using Hardware Acceleration, Graphics Mode. …
2013
Practical ideas for Revit, BIM and construction technology. Built from years of shared experience.
IFC Exporter for Revit (v2.11/v3.3) and IFC Export Alternate UI for Revit (v1.11/v2.3) available
You are getting this message because you downloaded a version of IFC Exporter for Revit or IFC Export Alternate UI for Revit prior to June 14, 2013. We have posted an update to both, which you can get…
Using the vanilla toolset for multidisciplinary Revit coordination
A recent article on gostructural.com describes the basic tools used for coordination between disciplines in Revit. Its worth a read for “Revit coordination beginners.” It covers the three primary coor…
How can I get this parameter into a tag?
Ever wanted to get a Tag to pick up the hardcoded Elevation value given to a nested Family? Then check out this great little thread and cool answer by Julien! Answer: You need to set a SP in the neste…
Manage user credentials in Windows XP
“Type rundll32.exe keymgr.dll, KRShowKeyMgr in the Open text box and click OK to access the Stored User Names And Passwords dialog box.” Read more: Manage user credentials in Windows XP with the Store…
Turn a laptop into free Wifi hotspot by sharing a 3G / Cellular modem (Windows 7 and 8)
After having a look at a few options, I found that mHotspot worked for me:http://www.mhotspot.com/index.html…
Farewell Dimond Architects – its been great
After a 10 year association with Dimond Architects, I have decided to move to Adelaide and seek out new opportunities. We part on very good terms, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank th…
CADtoEarth updated to version 2.0
I previously posted about CADtoEarth at:https://wrw.blackgrid.com.au/2012/08/quickly-add-google-earth-site-context.html Although some people have struggled to implement it or understand how it works, …
Access Australian site data with Queensland Globe
How to use Download and install the latest, free Google Earth application. Existing Google Earth users should ensure they have updated to the latest version (version 7.0.2 or newer). Save the qldglobe…
Geodesic Spheres in Revit and Vasari (via @seandburke , by Andreas Dieckmann of CAAD TV)
Playlist link:http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6B657D3112B10639 I overlooked these amazing videos on creating Geodesic Spheres in #Revit #Vasari. They came in very handy today! youtube.com/playl…