Building Performance Analysis

Autodesk BIM to BEM Workshop in Atlanta

As part of the ASHRAE Energy Modeling Conference this year in Atlanta, we will be hosting a pre-conference workshop. The workshop is open to the public, regardless of whether or not you intend on attending the full conference. During the 4 hour workshop we will be walking through how Revit automatically creates an Energy Analytical Model from architectural geometry and how you can interact with results from energy, lighting, and solar analyses. Additionally, we’ll be providing some sneak peeks at what’s to come! Be sure to read the workshop description for more details. Seamless BIM to BEM: Energy Analytical Model... Read more →

Color Coordinated: Using Analysis Display Styles

I’ve been known to say that Analysis Display Styles is my favorite Revit feature. When I say this people usually roll their eyes or chuckle, but I’m serious! It hasn’t always gotten the best reputation, and has been described as “not that useful,” but I’d like to change that mindset. Yes, it’s a simple concept, but what it really comes down to is making your analysis visualizations work for you. It might come off as kind of a “duh,” but many people don’t know they can already do this! Why is this useful? You can use it to apply the... Read more →

Join the Autodesk ASHRAE EMC Team!

Are you a fan of Autodesk Building Performance Analysis tools? Want to get your hands dirty and work on a project with us? Then join the ASHRAE Energy Modeling Conference LowDown Showdown! We’re still recruiting team members. If you can’t make it to the conference in person, you can still participate in our bi-weekly calls as a fan and contribute to the Autodesk team design! Reach out to [email protected] if you are interested in joining. The ASHRAE 2015 Energy Modeling Conference will take place in Atlanta, Georgia, September 30th to October 2nd. Read more →

Internet of Things for Buildings: Project Aquila

Autodesk’s Sustainability Solutions team recently launched Project Aquila for buildings and manufacturing facilities. It’s a cloud-based app that overlays building sensor data with 2D drawings and 3D models while providing useful analytics and real-time alerts for facility managers. Project Aquila is a free technology preview that will have ongoing development over the next few months, so be sure to provide feedback! Watch the video below and check out the full announcement here . Read more →

Webinar: Energy Analysis for Autodesk Revit

Still haven’t checked out Revit 2016’s energy analysis workflows? Join Autodesk Senior Product Manager Ian Molloy and Microsol Resources for an overview of the Revit 2016 workflows that make Energy Analysis easier, faster, and more reliable than ever before. In this webinar, you will gain unique insights into the energy and environmental performance of buildings at any stage in their lifecycle, an invaluable tool to help deliver higher performing buildings more cost effectively, and with greater certainty. Tuesday, August 11th 11:00am - 12:00pm ET Register here This webinar will focus on: Energy Analysis features and workflows in Revit 2016 The... Read more →