01: Massing Method

Insert SAT File into Revit Mass

Use this method if you have a conceptual mass in Rhino that you want to quickly bring into Revit for further design development.

Autodesk- Create Mass Floors

Steps

1. Model and Simplify in Rhino

   • Create your mass model in Rhino.
   • Remove unnecessary details to keep the geometry clean.
   • Work near the origin for optimal results.

2. Export as SAT

   • Select your mass and go to File > Export Selected.
   • Choose ACIS (.sat) as the export format.

3. Insert into Revit

   • Enable Show Mass in Revit (under the Massing & Site tab).
   • Go to Insert > Import CAD (or Insert SAT) and select your file.

   Tip:
   If the geometry isn’t visible, double-click the middle mouse button to zoom to the imported mass.

4. Define Revit Levels

   • Switch to an elevation view and set your project levels.

5. Generate Floors & Assign Elements

   • Use Create Mass Floor to assign floors based on the defined levels.
   • Convert Rhino surfaces into Revit elements using commands like Floor by Face and Wall by Face.

Pros & Cons:
Pros:

• Quick setup for conceptual studies
• Easy floor generation from levels

Cons:

• No direct link to the original Rhino geometry; updates require re-importing