Autodesk Revit Architecture 2014 Essentials

Autodesk Revit Architecture 2014 Essentials: Autodesk Official Press

Quickly learn essential Revit Architecture tools and techniques

Autodesk Revit Architecture is the powerful, sophisticated building information modeling (BIM) software that has transformed the architectural design industry. This Autodesk Official Press guide is the perfect introduction to the powerful software for architects, designers, and students. Three Revit experts provide concise explanations, real-world examples, and plenty of hands-on exercises and tutorials. You’ll soon master the basics and then find yourself using the software confidently, productively, and effectively.

Beginners will get comfortable with Revit’s core features and functions. Current users will have a valuable reference to refresh and hone their skills. And everyone can use this practical book to help prepare for the Revit Architecture certification exams.

• Gets readers up and running on Autodesk Revit Architecture 2014, Autodesk’s industry-leading building information modeling software
• Explains core Revit tools, features, functionality, real-world workflows, and BIM concepts
• Covers schematic design, modeling, families, views, creating drawing sets, and more
• Features best practices, rendering and visualization, worksharing, documentation, and annotation
• Provides downloadable starting and ending files, so readers can compare their work to that of the pro’s

Autodesk Revit Architecture 2014 Essentials is your perfect introduction toto the powerful industry-leading BIM software.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Introducing the Autodesk Revit Architecture Interface
Chapter 2. Walls and Cur tain Walls
Chapter 3. Floors, Roofs, and Ceilings
Chapter 4. Stairs, Ramps, and Railings
Chapter 5. Adding Families
Chapter 6. Modifying Families
Chapter 7. Schematic Design
Chapter 8. Rooms and Color-Fill Plans
Chapter 9. Materials, Rendering, and Visualization
Chapter 10. Worksharing
Chapter 11. Details and Annotations
Chapter 12. Creating Drawing Sets
Chapter 13. Workflow and Site Modeling
Chapter 14. Repeating Objects, Best Practices, and Quick Tips