BIM Q&A: Creating Steel Shape Families in Revit Made Easy

BIM Q&A | How to Build Steel Shape Families in Revit

To start, you need to create a structural model. Keep in mind, this should be a structural model—such as structural columns or beams—not a general building model. You can verify this by checking the “Structure” option in the instance properties of the component.

Next, based on the actual reinforcement requirements, place the steel bars within the structural model. Drawing steel bars requires patience and careful attention to detail. Additionally, the Revit rebar feature has its limitations, so it’s beneficial to explore all available options by experimenting with them yourself.

When working with custom family creation, make sure to check the box that allows steel bars to attach to the host while editing the family.

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