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Week 3 Partners Activity - Nic & Chanelle

We chose Autodesk Revit.


Here are our reasons:


Nic:

  1. During the 3 years of Diploma studies, we learnt how to use Autodesk 3D Revit even during our internship.


  1. Autodesk Revit is the most commonly used technology in the Built Environment Industry along with Autodesk Autocad.


  1. Revit is able to draw from basement carpark floor plan to level 1 floor plan all the way up to rooftop level floor plan on it’s own even without autocad.


  1. Revit is able to provide 3D View Navigation by turning 360°. This allows for better presentation during meetings across different industries to showcase to viewers from outside view to inside the BTO flat rooms.


Chanelle:


  1. Ever since learning about Revit from my previous diploma, I’ve been hooked into the software. I find it very freely as it allows me to visualise and broadcast my ideas on a building easily.

  2. In my opinion, Revit is the most manageable and user-friendly out of all the autodesk 3D modeling software so far. Which makes the transition from physical to digital much more smoother. 

  3. I believe the usage of modelling software will be more prominent in the future as it is cost reducing and for more accurate calculations.


Prompt for Chat GPT:

“Can you provide me with a detailed list of functions and features of Revit.”

Summary Results: 

Autodesk Revit is a powerful Building Information Modeling (BIM) software designed for architecture, engineering, and construction. It offers parametric modeling, enabling dynamic 3D models that automatically update with design changes (Autodesk, n.d.-a). Revit’s multidisciplinary collaboration tools, including worksharing and cloud integration, allow teams to work on the same model simultaneously, improving coordination (Autodesk, n.d.-b). Its automation capabilities ensure consistency by generating 2D drawings, schedules, and sections directly from 3D models (Microsol Resources, n.d.).

The software includes advanced tools for structural design, MEP systems, and architectural visualization, enabling users to create high-quality renderings for project presentations (Autodesk, n.d.-b). Additionally, Revit supports performance analysis, such as energy modeling and daylight simulations, to optimize building sustainability (Novatr, n.d.). Features like clash detection and quantity takeoffs streamline construction workflows, making Revit an essential tool for managing complex projects efficiently (Microsol Resources, n.d.).

**References**  

Autodesk. (n.d.-a). *Revit software features*. Autodesk. https://www.autodesk.com/products/revit/features   

Autodesk. (n.d.-b). *Revit for architecture & building design*. Autodesk. https://www.autodesk.com/products/revit/architecture   

Microsol Resources. (n.d.). *Top 10 benefits of Revit*. https://microsolresources.com/tech-resources/article/10-benefits-of-revit/   

Novatr. (n.d.). *Your guide to Revit: Key features, applications, and benefits*. Novatr. https://www.novatr.com/blog/detailed-revit-guide   



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