When working in a conceptual mass file, the project does not contain other project geometries to work from. Conceptual MassĪ conceptual mass can be created by navigating through the File tab, New sub-menu, and selecting Conceptual Mass. The items created in a project through this method are only available in this project and will not be saved as an individual family file.

This massing is used to build a small-scale element that is specific to the project such as countertops shapes, wall details, or shading systems, where the project’s geometries are available to build from. The model in-place is located on the ribbon under the Architecture tab by accessing the Component icons drop-down menu. This massing is used to create large-scale building masses where floors, walls and roofs can be added quickly. 6.1 TYPES OF MASSING In-Place MassĪn In-Place Mass is located on the ribbon under the Massing & Site tab by selecting the In-Place Mass icon. Save the new project as “Class Project 2”. In this chapter, start a new project using the Architectural template. Massing can be used to build anything from small elements to an entire building’s masses.

Revit mass modeling