ABSTRACT
A particular distinction must be drawn between the geometry types and the information embedded within the geometry. In many cases (as is evident within the Revit interface), modeling elements are based on the element type (i.e., walls, columns, doors, etc.). It is important to note that the elements under the Architecture tab are not considered structural or load bearing unless explicitly defined as such in the Structural Usage property. However, these architectural modeling elements can eventually be specified with materials, exterior/interior finishes, and assembly layers that are not associated with the structural model but pertain more to the spatial organization and aesthetic quality of the building (Figure 5.1).
