Existing Building Survey Modelling in Revit

This course demonstrates how to convert measured survey information from 2D CAD into a 3D Revit existing building model.

It takes into account the need to develop the existing design phase considering the future use of the model during the proposed design phase, demonstrating various modelling techniques to be adopted.

The course begins with the preparation of the 2D CAD information. The lessons progress by linking 2D CAD and developing the 3D model using various best practice workflows, tips and tricks including non-uniform roof design and complex curtain wall styles.

Detailed examples are illustrated using a live project which has been surveyed using AutoCAD, demonstrating how to model various details and building shapes without compromising the usability of the model.

Various workflows are discussed along with their limitations to enable delegates to make informed decisions on the appropriate modelling methodology for any given scenario of existing building modelling.

Tips and tricks are shared in the various lessons to enable delegates to learn specific workflows to overcome modelling challenges with existing complex geometry.

The course focuses on the progressive development of an existing church model as a sample file which contains various complex elements within the façade, such as rebated windows and door reveals, cornices, plinths, spires and stone features.

The course concludes by looking at the application of bespoke materials to the survey model to give a suitable level of aesthetics to the existing scheme and enable high-quality visuals to be generated from the existing building model.