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CHAPTER 1

UNDERSTANDING BIM: FROM THE BASICS TO ADVANCED REALITIES

Figure 1.6

2D details can be

drawn directly over

the 3D model, allow-

ing you to add as much

more information to

the model.

Embrace the Family Editor

Most elements (families) in Revit are made with the Family Editor and can be built with incredible

features. Don’t be afraid to dig in to the editor and explore your creative side. We’ve seen many

beautiful families and clever tricks put to use that make Revit fun to use. Figure 1.7 shows a curtain-

wall system with nested panels and attachment clamps. As we’ll discuss in Chapter 5 and reinforce

in chapter 10, making such families isn’t too difficult, and requires no programming or scripting

knowledge. Using 3D modeling tools and parametric dimensions, you can create reusable and

dimensionally flexible components for any architectural element. By taking your time, being patient,

and problem solving, you’ll be producing custom content in no time.

Figure 1.7

Using the Family

Editor, you can

model intelligent

part assemblies.

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