The ultimate guide to Revit Architecture just got even better Mastering Autodesk Revit 2017 for Architecture is the bestselling guide for Revit Architecture users of all levels, with focused discussions, detailed exercises, and compelling real-world examples. This new edition has been completely revamped based on reader and Revit Architecture instructor feedback to be more useful, more complete, and more approachable than ever. Organized by real-world workflow, practical tutorials guide you through each phase of a project to help you understand BIM concepts and quickly start accomplishing vital Revit Architecture tasks. From templates, work-sharing, and project management, to modeling, documentation, annotation, and complex structures, this book provides full coverage of essential Revit Architecture tools and processes. The companion website features before-and-after tutorials, additional advanced content, and an hour of video instruction to help you quickly master crucial techniques.
- Learn up-to-date Revit Architecture workflows and processes
- Master modeling, massing, and other visualization techniques
- Work with complex structural elements and advanced detailing
- Prepare for Autodesk certification exams
Building information modeling pairs the visual design representation with a parametric database that stores all geometry, spatial relationships, materials, and other data generated by the design process. Design changes instantly update all documentation, and it's this efficiency that makes BIM the new permanent paradigm. Whether you're studying for a certification exam or navigating the switch from CAD, Mastering Autodesk Revit 2017 for Architecture is your number-one guide to getting up and running quickly.
Master Revit 2017 for Architecture
Mastering Autodesk Revit 2017 for Architecture is the bestselling, comprehensive guide fully revised and updated for Revit 2017. Packed with detailed explanations, actual examples, and practical tutorials, it is organized by real-world workflows so you can quickly and effectively apply what you learn.
You'll begin with key BIM and Revit concepts and a hands-on tour of the Revit interface. You'll move on to a study of templates, work-sharing, and project management before exploring modeling, documentation, annotation, and complex structures. As you learn, you will also be preparing for the Autodesk certification exam.
Coverage includes:
- Using Revit workflows and processes
- Working in a team
- Modeling, massing, and visualization
- Creating walls and curtain walls
- Modeling floors, ceilings, and roofs
- Designing with the Family Editor
- Creating advanced stairs and railings
- Detailing, documenting, and annotating
- Presenting your design
- Applying professional tips and tricks
Master All the Revit Tools
Develop and Manage Graphic Standards in a Project Template
Learn to Share Files with Other Platforms
Work with Phasing, Groups, and Design Options
Track Changes During Construction
Prepare for the Autodesk Certification Exam
