Architectural Design of a Multi-Storey Building Using Autodesk Revit Architecture

Abstract

This research aims to perform the architectural drawings on Autodesk Revit Architecture to have deep insight into the utility of Autodesk Revit. Whenever a construction project is in the planning phase, Autodesk Revit is used to prepare 2D (floor plans in detail, MEP systems, sections, and elevations), 3D (modeling), 4D (cost & estimation), and 5D (project management). In the current study, a project of a multi-story building was taken as a sample for 2D and 3D architectural drawings with render, animation, and 4D cost estimation of openings (windows and doors). The total area of the project was 5498 square feet from which the basement contained 3602 square feet and the ground floor covered an area of about 4118 square feet. All architectural drawings were composed of basement floor plans, ground floor plans, and the top roof of the apartment building. All 2d drawings were prepared on Autodesk Revit by using different commands in Autodesk Revit. In the second step, 3D modeling in detail of the project was done with renders. Animations of the model were also prepared. This software streamlined the design process with the help of a central 3D model, where changes were made in one view and then they were updated across all other views as well as on the printable sheet user interface. The cost and estimation of all windows and doors were also prepared. The Schedule Settings window (which pops up automatically throughout the schedule construction process) was used to set schedule properties for preparing cost sheets. It is concluded, that Autodesk Revit is a versatile software that develops all pre-construction documents, 2D, 3D, and 4D of any project accurately and in less time. This makes work more efficient by eliminating the confusion of managing multiple file versions. Revit might replace AutoCAD in the coming future.