Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 [Paperback]

Tatjana Dzambazova (Author), Greg Demchak (Author), Eddy Krygiel (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470295287 | ISBN-13: 978-0470295281 | Publication Date: September 9, 2008

Move beyond the basics of Revit and BIM and redefine your designs with this new edition of Mastering Revit Architecture. With updated coverage of Revit Architecture 2009 features, this comprehensive guide will help you discover best practices and tips that will make your projects smoother and their implementation easier. You’ll learn how applying key Revit and BIM priniciples to your designs will increase your productivity and improve your workflow plus develop a more thorough understanding of topics like design options and features, advanced modeling, and presentation techniques with the clear explanations and practical examples found in this book.

For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Redefine How You Design and Document with Revit Architecture 2009

Join the BIM revolution with the new edition of this bestselling guide from a skilled author team of Revit professionals. Using clear explanations, detailed tutorials, and practical examples, they show you how to immediately implement Revit in the real world with spectacular results.

You'll start with a focused look at Revit and Building Information Modeling (BIM) basics and the Revit interface, before quickly moving into setting up and customizing tools, preparing templates and settings, and creating a library of components. From there, the book guides you through a wealth of information, from basic to conceptual modeling and using smart workflows to fine-tuning designs and creating rich construction documents. Packed with techniques, tips, and sixteen pages of stunning examples in full color, this is the perfect resource to help you unleash your creativity with Revit Architecture 2009.

Coverage includes:

• Customizing system families and project settings to create templates and make Revit match your style and needs

• Creating massing studies and conducting feasibility studies to ensure your designs work

• Mastering modeling principles of Revit

• Understanding smart workflows—the power of groups, links, and design options

• Presenting your designs using the powerful new rendering tools and materials

• Learning practical techniques to achieve rich construction documentation

• Collaborating, tracking changes, and coordinating processes

• Measuring the effects of sun and shadow using animation

• Move to BIM and Increase Your Productivity

• Implement Revit and BIM Principles, and Learn Best Practices

• Master Powerful New Rendering Capabilities

• Improve Your Workflows, Worksharing, and Collaboration

• Update Design, Specification, or Modeling Information Dynamically

• Explore Sustainable Design with Revit Architecture

• Annotate All Views for Accurate, Professional Presentations

About the Author

Eddy Krygiel is an Autodesk Authorized Author and registered architect at BNIM Architects. He has used Revit to complete projects of all scopes and sizes. Eddy is responsible for implementing BIM at his firm and also consults for other architecture and contracting firms looking to implement BIM. Greg Demchak is a product designer for Revit Architecture. He also teaches at Boston Architectural College and holds a master's degree in architecture from MIT. Tatjana Dzambazova is an internationally recognized AEC industry technology speaker. She was project manager for Revit Architecture for two years and previously practiced architecture for twelve years in Vienna and London.

Product Details

• Paperback: 800 pages
• Publisher: Sybex (September 9, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470295287
• ISBN-13: 978-0470295281
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #914,456 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mastery Elusive, Mastering Helpful, December 21, 2008

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D. Chmielewski (Milwaukee, WI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 (Paperback)

I bought this title after purchasing and working through _Introducing Revit Architecture 2009: BIM for Beginners_. I had already built a case study building model and needed a reference for the things I wanted to do that weren't covered in the beginner book. Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 has fulfilled that role. I find it more readable than most computer books, a lot less of "insert tab A into Slot 2" instruction that leaves you lost in the middle of it. Still, it isn't about "mastering" the application. Maybe it should be titled _Wrestling with Revit Architecture 2009_ as the more I use Revit the more I realize just how far from mastery I am. For anyone wanting to learn, however, Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 will help you get through.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Real-Life Guide, November 16, 2008

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M. Farrell, LEED AP (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 (Paperback)

As an architect, this book helps with real-life Revit issues, and doesn't focus on simple tutorials that do not address real life scenarios. I often get frustrated with other books, such as those by other authors, that show neat tricks but do not get to the point of real CD production. This book is a valuable guide, and I have bought everyone in the office a copy to relieve pressure on our BIM manager and to speed up production by sharpening everyone's skills.

Thanks for a great book!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mastering Revit very helpful, September 18, 2008

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Steve Padget, AIA, LEED AP - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 (Paperback)

Mastering Revit Architecture 2009 (Mastering)
While anything as complex as Revit can't possibly be covered in one book, I found this book to be very helpful in my own development with the software. If you don't have a real live 'Revit Master' right at your elbow when you have questions, this is the next best thing.