Thursday, February 7, 2013

Schematic Design Model

Now that we have  committed to our primary design option, and after creating a "save as" of our models, moved forward on the next assignment, the "Schematic Design Model."
The title of this phase is a bit of a misnomer since many of you already have models that are far beyond the "schematic" phase. To that end, I expect your models to include the following, by next Thursday (Feb 14):
  • accurate wall types with any sweeps and reveals
  • generic furniture that is in a similar size to what you will use for the final
  • ceilings with appropriate heights and materials
  • generic light fixtures 
  • floors with appropriate heights, designs, and finishes
  • interior glazing (including interior windows, curtain walls, etc.)
  • casework: you can use generic components or take a stab at modeling custom
  • any exterior fenestration changes
  • at least one in-place model
While I will not be grading  you on your designs per se, you should consider adding a level of complexity that shows your understanding of Revit.  For instance, designing a unique grid pattern in a curtain wall, creating multiple floor heights or ramps, designing a unique ceiling with varying levels and materials, creating custom wall sweep profiles, etc.

We will continue to work on your models in class on Tuesday, and you should come to class with any questions and challenges you might have. 

Submit your Revit file to the class Drop Box by 2:00pm on Thursday, February 14th.  Make a folder in your dropbox called, "Schematic Model," and place your file within.


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