BCLP-084- Revit Essentials -Walls Joints and Compound Walls

Wall Joins

·???????? Wall joins are essential for creating seamless intersections between walls in Revit.

·???????? By default, Revit creates a butt join when walls intersect, which cleans up the display in plan views by removing visible edges between the joined walls and their corresponding component layers.

Types of Wall Joins:

·???????? The default join type is a butt join, but you can also choose between miter and square-off joins.

·???????? Miter joins are not compatible with slanted walls, while square-off joins square a wall end to 90 degrees.

·???????? Join configurations can be adjusted by changing the join type or the order in which walls butt up or square off against each other.

Configuring Wall Joins:

1.?????? To modify wall joins, navigate to the Modify tab, select the Wall Joins tool, and click within the gray square that displays at the join.

2.?????? Choose the desired join type from the Options Bar, such as Butt, Miter, or Square-off.

3.?????? Adjust the join configuration by clicking the Next and Previous buttons to cycle through previews of possible join orders.

4.?????? Once the desired configuration is displayed, click Modify to apply the changes.

Wall Join Cleanup Options:

·???????? The Wall Join Display instance property controls whether the cleanup applies to all wall types or only to walls of the same type.

·???????? Specify whether and how a wall join cleans up in a plan view to customize the display according to your preferences.

Joining Walls to Mid-End Faces:

·???????? Walls can be joined to mid-end faces, maintaining the join when either of the joined walls is dragged, thus adjusting the length of the other wall accordingly.

Working with Non-Editable Walls:

·???????? In a team environment with worksharing enabled, specify whether elements, including walls, in a workset are editable.

·???????? Non-editable walls can be joined or unjoined based on specific guidelines to ensure proper model integrity and collaboration.

Editing Complex Wall Joins:

·???????? The Wall Joins tool is not recommended for editing complex joins involving more than 4 walls, multiple floors, or multiple worksets.

·???????? Follow a basic procedure to edit individual walls as needed for complex joins, including selecting and dragging walls to adjust their positions.

Disallowing Wall Joins:

·???????? By default, Revit creates joins where two walls intersect, but you can prevent joins for selected walls when necessary.

·???????? Disallowing joins is useful for maintaining expansion spaces between walls or resolving complex join issues by disallowing joins on specific wall ends or mid-end faces.

Compound Walls

·???????? Compound walls in Revit are analogous to other multi-layer building elements like roofs, floors, and ceilings.

·???????? They consist of multiple vertical layers or regions, allowing for complex wall structures that fulfill diverse architectural and engineering requirements.

·???????? These walls can be customized extensively using various tools to modify their structure, add elements, and adjust properties.

Tools for Editing Compound Walls:

·???????? Edit Assembly Dialog:

o?? Accessed by editing the wall type, this dialog provides a comprehensive interface for modifying layers and regions within compound walls.

·???????? Sample Height:

o?? Represents the height of the wall displayed in the preview pane of the Edit Assembly dialog.

·???????? Modify Tool:

o?? Enables users to perform several functions:

·???????? Changing Thickness:

o?? Adjusts the thickness of layers or regions by selecting boundaries and modifying values.

·???????? Allowing Layer Extension:

o?? Unlocks layers for extension, permitting adjustments to top or bottom extension distances.

·???????? Constraining Regions:

o?? Clicking on borders between regions allows users to constrain regions a specific distance from the top or bottom of the wall.

Splitting and Merging Regions:

·???????? Split Regions Tool:

o?? Divides wall layers or regions horizontally or vertically into new regions, inheriting materials from the original.

·???????? Merge Regions Tool:

o?? Combines wall regions horizontally or vertically into new regions, with the material determined by cursor position when highlighting borders.

Assigning Layers and Regions:

·???????? Assign Layers Tool:

o?? Facilitates the assignment of layers or regions to rows in the Edit Assembly dialog, defining properties such as material, thickness, and function.

·???????? Rules for Assigning Layers:

o?? Guidelines include maintaining sequential order, single assignment per row, proper thickness, and alignment with core boundaries.

Flipping Wall Orientation:

·???????? Allows users to change the inside/outside face orientation of walls as they are placed or afterward.

·???????? Utilize the Spacebar while placing walls or select existing walls and click control arrows to flip their orientation.

Adding Sweeps and Reveals:

·???????? Sweeps Tool: Adds material to walls to create specific shapes or profiles.

·???????? Reveals Tool: Removes material where profiles intersect wall layers, creating reveals or indentations.

Importance in Architectural Design:

·???????? Understanding compound walls and their editing tools is essential for architects and designers to create customized wall structures that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.

·???????? By leveraging these tools effectively, designers can achieve intricate designs, optimize structural integrity, and enhance overall building performance.

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