Form Editing

A form can be edited in sketch mode by modifying the curves from which it was created. A form can also be dissolved back to the curves from which it was created. Once a form has been dissolved, its profile curves and path (when applicable) remain. These curves and path can be edited to create a new form.

Adaptive Components

Adaptive component functionality is designed for situations when components need to flexibly adapt to unique contextual conditions. Adaptive points are created by modifying reference points. The geometry drawn by snapping to these adaptive points results in an adaptive component.

Structural Tools

Several structural tools, previously only available in Autodesk Revit Structure, are now available to Autodesk Revit Architecture users. These tools include: Curved Beams, Metal Decking, Slanted Structural Columns, Trusses, Beam Coping tool and Beam System Tags. 

Parametric Components are the basis for building components, offering an open, graphical system for design thinking and form making as well as an opportunity to express design intent at increasingly detailed levels. Use Parametric Components for the most elaborate assemblies, e.g. cabinetry and equipment, as well as for the most elementary building parts, such as walls and columns.

Enhanced Visualisation

Autodesk Revit Architecture now provides the ability to display materials and ambient lighting in editable views

Capture design ideas in a photorealistic state. With easy user interaction, high-quality output, and faster render times, the Mental Ray® rendering engine enables superior design presentation.

Background Images in Rendering

Autodesk Revit Architecture now provides the ability to display images in the background of rendered views. 

Adding to this Autodesk Revit Architecture now allows you to display materials and ambient lighting in editable views.