Get to Know Revit! – Revit Training – Lesson 1
Here at Dimond Architects, we have started an internal Revit training programme. One of our staff members with an extensive AutoCAD background is going to be trained in Revit.I have provided below the…
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Exposing the Revit Database (RDB Link method)
The RDBLink method establishes a bi-directional database which can be edited and updated. Be careful when using this. I would recommend trying it on a test project before actually putting it into use.…
Exposing the Revit Database (RvtMgdDbg method)
As a follow up to my previous post (Exposing the Revit Database), I will now explain how to install and use the RvtMgdDbg add-in for Revit, which allows you to “Snoop” the Revit database.What does Rvt…
Use 2009 UI with Revit 2010 (cya Ribbon!)
If you really hate the ribbon (also widely known as DLM – Drunken Leprechaun Mode) in 2010, give this a go: Create this file:C:Program FilesAutodesk Revit Architecture 2010ProgramDebug.ini In this fil…
Exposing the Revit Database (very cool)
Ooh La La! Does Revit really want you to see what goes on under the hood? Well, if it can help you understand Revit better, then I would suggest that it does (because it will help you know how to ‘tre…
Free Revit Content
Have you heard of Andekan? Well, they have released four new Revit Content Starter Packs. If you want to download a free sample, go to http://www.andekan.com/revit-family-free-sample…
Copy between Project and Family
Sometimes you really want to copy some model lines from a project RVT to a family RFA, but Revit says NO! This is the workaround: In the Project, create detail lines that describe the elements you wan…
Make a Good…Impression Workflow (simple guide from Revit)
Autodesk Impression 3 has been readily available for some time now. But would you like to know how to turn your Revit drawings into ‘sketchy’ looking plans? Its simple:1) Install Autodesk Impression 3…
Revit 2010 Macro Manager – AUGIWorld Magazine
There is a nice, basic guide on using the Revit 2010 Macro Manager in the latest AUGIWorld Magazine.(LINK UPDATED 14/03/2011) Check it out if you are interested in the API. Picture from AUGIWorld Maga…
Contextual 3D Views – Shaded vs Rendered
There are many ways to present a building in context (with trees, vehicles and other entourage) in Revit 2010, but they fall into two main categories – using a Shaded view or using a Rendered view. At…