As Revit family creators, we see, use and model a wide variety of Revit
Families every day, thus becoming experts in identifying a great Revit file.
Are your Revit Families at the correct standard? Here are our top 5
revit tips.
1. Standardised Structure.
Naming a Revit Family is not as simple as calling it ‘two-seater sofa’.
If you intend to publish your files they need to follow the same structure as
other available content.
Within the UK, NBS have recognised the need for consistency and produced
an in-depth document of standards. Which you can see here
Within one BIM Family, multiple types can be created. For example,
within a desk family, three desk types could be named ODW1208A, ODW1408A and
ODW1608A or 1200mm, 1400mm and 1600mm. Selecting the right naming structure for
each file is important for ease of use. If a designer is unfamiliar with a
product it would be difficult and slow to choose from a list of product codes.
Remember, the chances of your…