02: Generic Model Elements

Transferring geometry from Rhino to Revit can be accomplished in multiple ways, each tailored to specific stages of design and detail requirements. Below are three primary methods to integrate Rhino’s modeling capabilities with Revit’s BIM environment.

Generic Model Elements from Rhino (ArchiTool)

This method is ideal for projects with multiple Rhino objects. It preserves material and graphic control through Rhino layers, making it perfect for context models or schematic documentation in Revit.

Requirements

Rhino.Inside Revit
Install Rhino.Inside Revit from Rhino.inside.Revit Download.
01A_ArchiTool Package
Download or update the 01A_ArchiTool package in Rhino via the PackageManager.

Step by step

Open Rhino Inside Revit
- Launch Rhino within Revit by navigating to the Rhino.Inside tab, clicking Start, and then selecting Rhino.
Organize Layers in Rhino
- Open your Rhino file.
- Group objects into layers by material or other relevant categories.
Import into Revit
- In Revit, run the command 01A_R2R_Generic.
- Within the ArchiTool interface, load the Breps and click Run to import the geometry as a Generic Model.
Adjust Materials & Graphics in Revit
- Modify Visibility/Graphics Overrides, Materials, or Object Styles to control the appearance of elements by layer.

Pros & Cons:
Pros

Fast and effective for large context models

Offers control over material appearance via layers

Cons

Geometry is not native to Revit

Limited editing capabilities within Revit