Mastering Autodesk Revit 2017 for Architecture

Mastering Autodesk Revit 2017 for Architecture
ISBN: 9781119240006
Publication Date: 10 June 2016

The ultimate guide to Revit Architecture just got even better

Mastering Autodesk Revit Architecture is the bestselling guide for Revit 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 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 tasks. From templates, work-sharing, and project management, to modeling, documentation, annotation, and complex structures, this book provides full coverage of essential Revit 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.

The architecture, engineering, and construction industries are transitioning from 2D software to the more efficient, more powerful BIM, and Revit is leading the pack. Professionals faced with the switch need to get up to speed quickly, and this book is your one-stop solution.

• Learn up-to-date Revit 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...