The Book

Building information modeling (BIM) is rapidly replacing AutoCAD as the digital drawing tool of choice for architects and interior designers—and Revit ® Architecture is the leading software package in the BIM marketplace. Neither simplistic nor exhaustive, Revit ® Architecture 2020 for Designers is written specifically for architects and interior designers learning digital drawing for the first time or transitioning from CAD to BIM. Beginning with the building blocks of BIM (levels, walls, windows, and doors), the book progresses through in-depth instructions to create both presentation drawings and construction documents. Advanced features are also covered, such as custom families, photorealistic rendering, custom title blocks, and exporting drawings to AutoCAD ® and SketchUp. Instructions are fully illustrated, creating a smooth transition to the BIM environment for all designers.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
1 Introducing Revit Architecture
2 Floor Plan Basics
3 Multi-level Buildings

PRESENTATION DRAWINGS
4 Presentations Plans
5 Presentation RCPs
6 Perspective and Isometric Drawings
7 Photorealistic Rendering
8 Elevations and Sections
9 Roofs and Site Plans
10 Advanced Modeling

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
11 Construction Plans and Details
12 Furniture and Finish Plans
13 Construction RCPs and Details
14 Sheets and Printing

About The Authors

Douglas R. Seidler, LEED AP, ASID, Associate AIA, IDEC, is Department Chair and Associate Professor of Interior Design at Marymount University, USA.