"How can a Revit model be "built correctly with performance in mind"?"
this is not an exact science and varies between different firm's needs and
as new releases come out. prior to the 2008 releases we model most building
elements. the items we do not model are elements that do not need to be
identified in either a schedule and/or more than one place/view (ie. grout,
screws, etc.) and avoid modeling anything curved unless it is necessary and
then it may get its own workset or alternate component/style type. typical
worksets might be superstructure, foundation, interior, furniture, canopy,
plumbing, exterior, site, mechanical, electrical. worksets not needed by
the user can be unloaded. for larger projects (multiple buildings), campus
RVT files are created and link individual building central files. when the
model gets far enough along it can be purged. there are other methodologies
as well.
"Is that something we can control as the MEP consultant, or does that start
with the Architect and thier model?"
as an MEP consultant you can only really control the MEP model. the
architect controls their building model. the structural engineer controls
their structural model. Project management skills become very important
when managing different models at different stages of a project. Only load
what you need when you need it. this has always been the case in the CAD
world as well.
"How do you know this info? Are you an Architect, Engineer, Autodesk
employee?"
Lots of reading, practice, asking questions, and helping others. my mother
taught me to believe i can do anything and to do my best:) don't be afraid
to try new ideas.
during the day i am a project manager for an architectural firm.
glad to help
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Brian Earsley
www.arete3.com
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Tinley Park, Illinois 60477
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How can a Revit model be "built correctly with performance in mind"? Is
that something we can control as the MEP consultant, or does that start with
the Architect and thier model?
You know much more than the average Joe about the groundwork behind Revit.
How do you know this info? Are you an Architect, Engineer, Autodesk
employee?
Thanks for your help.