Revit Component Naming Guidelines

BIM Software Tip: Revit Component Naming Standards

In Revit, naming families is crucial because it establishes a standard. Setting clear naming conventions early on makes later processing much simpler. Of course, everyone has their own preferences, and each design firm often follows its own standards. Here, I will share my personal approach.

1. Wall Naming:

Location of Use – Main Material – (Decorative Layer Thickness) Main Thickness (Decorative Layer Thickness)

2. Floor Naming:

Usage Location – Structural Material – (Surface Layer Thickness) Structural Thickness (Decorative Layer Thickness)

3. Door Naming:

Door Type Code – Width × Height

4. Opening Naming:

Width × Height

5. Window Family Naming:

C – Width × Height

6. Curtain Wall Naming:

MQ: “Curtain Wall Number”

7. Column Naming:

Side Length b × Side Length h

8. Beam Naming:

Beam Width b × Beam Height h

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