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Shadows that are viewable in

miked • 2014

How do i ensure that my shadows are viewable in a relevant view as i cannot locate a setting or turn them on to e.g. illustrate the position of the sun

Pinning a mullion to a wall

miked • 2014

How do i set a mullion so that if a wall or floor moves the mullion stays in its current position attached to the and not moves.

Utilising flow design as a p

gregco • 2014

I am looking for a plugin or option that will allow me to control exterior airflow within my design so i can see the limitations concerned on a high rise building project.

Autodesk Simulation CFD has excellent airflow modeling capabilities!

When to utilise Revit famili

pauly • 2014

How would i go about controlling the development protocols aimed around standardising families so that we don't duplicate or damage them once created.

Local file creation causing

pauly • 2014

I have been having this synchronisation error when i open a file that is clashing with another file that one of my colleagues have opened previously.

Finding the correct plug in

gregco • 2014

Is there a plug in for Revit that will help me with conducting a structural analysis on families.

If the internal ref no is di

miked • 2014

I am seeking clarification on how to name the file so that the internal ref no is distinguishable from the project ref no.

BIM/CAD Software

How beneficial is it to use

gregco • 2014

I have heard so many great things about utilising the MEP within Revit and would like to know how best to use it.

BIM/CAD Software

Using Revit over other platf

miked • 2014

Is Revit the better package to use as i have heard that Archicad has some great functionality and i have only briefly looked at the software. Are there any other major Architectural platforms that would be good to use.

Changing measurements from m

pauly • 2014

How do i change the measurements in Revit from imperial to metric or vice versa if i have opened a supplied drawing or file.

Adding a linear hatch patter

pauly • 2014

How could i add a linear hatch pattern to my drawing for the floor layer.

Cameron, Student

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Issues relating to a callout

gregco • 2014

How could i address the callout view issues associated with Revit.

BIM/CAD Software

Utilising Revit views as opp

gregco • 2014

I want to save my Revit project in a similar fasion to the way Autocad utilises layers. Does Revit have a same option of something similar for me to save the projects into different layers etc.

importing a Navisworks file

miked • 2014

Is it possible to import a Navisworks file into Revit and if so what file format must be saved in order to do so.

BIM/CAD Software

Cropping a portion or region

pauly • 2014

how would i go about doing this, so that only a selected area is piece is cropped.

BIM/CAD Software

Drawing stairs by Sketch or

gregco • 2014

Which option is better to use in order to accurately draw stairs.

Plusspec has parametric stairs. There is no easier way www.plusspec.com › tools 1 More Answer

BIM/CAD Software

Capping a wall that has a sl

miked • 2014

How best would I be able to cap a wall below the roof or gable.

BIM/CAD Software

What is an acceptable font t

gregco • 2014

I have tried many different fonts, so confused as to which one would atheistically look the best.

BIM/CAD Software

When to use the show hidden

pauly • 2014

How would you use either option when wanting to view an element that is obscured from another element.

Revit 2014 to 2015, damaged

gregco • 2014

how would i solve this dilemma so that my new version behaves like the older one.

Revit 2015 the new kid on th

pauly • 2014

what are the new additions of using revit 2015

Using Modlar

What version of Vectorworks

Ben • 2014

I have VW 2010... it can't seem to open Modlar supplied files. I'd like to know which version does open the files. Do I need an upgrade? Is there a minimum requirement?

Leah, Student

I have VW 2014, and was wanting to download the Modlar tools add-on, but it won't seem to let me? Is there a version elsewhere I can download to use? Thanks

Building Products

How can I download these for

MICHAEL, Architect • 2014

Also what file or folder. And I saw that this is a ZIP file, how do I unzip the file and add it to my library?

sabastine, Engineer

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Using Modlar

Archicad 16 Add-ons

Brent • 2014

Although impressed by MODLAR, I can see that Archicad 14 is the latest program add-on. Will this be updated to include AC16 and for the AC15 user's as well?

Scott, Architect

yes they're coming very soon! 1 More Answer

Building Products

Suppose I want to use a mode

Scott • 2014

Is there any way to pay for a model if a "noncommercial" project suddenly becomes commercial? Can anything be renegotiated? You never can tell when somebody might suddenly want to buy something ...

frameless sliding door?

kerri, Architect • 2014

How can I make a D2 Sliding 16 door that is frameless? I'm using ArchiCAD 17. I've tried to set the frame to 0" but it keeps giving me a little bit of wall at the ends. And when I've played with the reveal setting, I get a weird air space between the door and the... Read More

Building Products

Beautiful family, but only i

Renato • 2014
Antony, Manufacturer

Yeah, sorry we only use 2014. I am in the process of adding CAD models to the site as well so you can create your own family's in earlier versions.

Kog - Cube Foam Seat

Can I download to an project

David • 2014

I would like to have my library handy when doing certain projects. The only way is to download to my computer. Is this possible. I am sure if I am doing it correctly. Please advise me on the correct method of operations. Also my I use in AutoCAD for same reason. Th... Read More

Building Products

Hello, I was wondering if th

Lisbeth • 2014

I have Revit 2013 and it won't allow me to insert them! Thank you!

Antony, Manufacturer

Hi Lisbeth;Thanks for visiting our page. Sorry we only have Revit 2014 and as you probably know your unable to 'back save'But I have uploaded some DWG files that may be of use to you. You can then create your own family with these. Not as user friendly I know but you can still alter the materials and colours through VG Graphics panel. Sorry I...

Sorrento Upholstered Seating
Building Products

When I open the downloaded f

ramchandra, Architect • 2014
Antony, Manufacturer

Hi;The colours are set on a materials parameter, so you can add whatever materials and colours you like. Either in the Family or Project.Hope this helps.RegardsAntony

Lexie 3 Seater Sofa
BIM/CAD Software

How do I download free famil

Rachelle • 2014

Revit Families

I would like to know how to download revisited families

Uploading Problem?

Antony, Manufacturer • 2013

I'm in the process of redrawing all our furniture as RVT files and wanted to add them to the site, but when I try adding the Revit model it says I can't add this file type and my model wont upload. Any ideas. I'm using 2014, could this be the reason?Thanks in advanc... Read More

Antony, Manufacturer

Ah, brilliant thanks! Works fine now. Just a few hundred more to go!!Thanks Antony. 1 More Answer

BIM/CAD Software

How to I download a crane fa

AMBROSO, Engineer • 2013

How to I download a crane family to use in my revit models. Any families would be ok.

Can I change the size of the

Md, Architect • 2013

When I download a car and open it in Revit then the size of the car is bigger then my requirement.There is no any scaling option.Then what should I do?

Deng, Architect

Replace the family.

Building Products

Where could be possible to f

Maurizio, Architect • 2013
Modlar, Modlar Administrator

Try http://www.jeld-wen.com

Custom Wood Clad Casement Window

downloaded files won't load?

Alan • 2013

i have downloaded some sheet pile family files, but i can not get them to load into project.  i have opened each of the files so i know they are not empty. what am i doing wrong?

Deng, Architect

Check the version. 1 More Answer

Issues with linetype setting

Nikhil, Architect • 2013

I have created a family of a toilet pod using revit 2013. I'm currently trying to produce detailed elevations/ sections of this family. However, when I try to override the line style of certail lines, (i.e 2d model lines I have drawn directly onto the family wall... Read More

Do you have revit models for

John, Architect • 2013

ESW 6229H 6890 BPH 6800 BMDCG 6800I can't seem to find them on your web pages @ milelebim.com.auIf so can you please send them to me, or show me a link to them.if not can you let me know what revit model closest resembles the above products.

Scott, Architect

Ok, can you please send us a link to the product on Miele's website, we do have all of their current products for the AU market. 2 More Answers

archicad downloads not worki

Cecilia • 2013

what is going on with the archicad object downloads. The files are empty with only a small text file in the downloaded folders. Can someone please assist with this matter.

Roderick, Architect

The same has happened to me, I download objects that specifically say they have an Archicad version and what I get is a text file and no actual object. 4 More Answers

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