February 25, 2020

Views & The View Manager in AutoCAD

Navigating between different parts of a drawing can be a manual process, but views can be setup to expedite the process. We can turn certain layers off when using a view, allowing us to see specific disciplines without too much “noise” from other irrelevant disciplines. Our views can be created in layout and model space.…

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Ariel Rejtman

February 25, 2020

Using Functions in Dimensions with Revit

Sometimes, our projects have fixed variables, such as a room that can’t exceed a certain size. Instead of manually modifying a room and confirming that it conforms to specific dimensions, we can create parameters that ensure that our rooms always maintain their “Design Intent” ratios. Below is a link to valid formula syntax and abbreviations:…

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James Cuervo

February 20, 2020

Viewports & Scales in Bluebeam Revu

Our construction documents usually contain floor plans, and sometimes, they incorporate notes and details. Most details are blown-up and use a larger scale compared to their elevations and floor plans. We can use multiple viewports to change the scales of different sections of our sheets. Bluebeam Revu will automatically detect a viewport created in a…

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Ariel Rejtman

February 12, 2020

Creating Schedule Templates with Revit

Project templates allow us to begin working immediately, and they aren’t limited to just projects: We can create schedule templates for specific objects, disciplines, and project milestones. They’re used to show pertinent information related to items and their status in a project’s lifecycle. Our template can include multiple criterion, such as dimensions, materials, preset descriptions,…

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James Cuervo