ifc2room

An Introduction to ifc2room

ifc2room is an innovative Revit plugin that seamlessly bridges the gap between architectural and mechanical/electrical engineering in openBIM projects. This powerful tool enables engineers to import architectural rooms from Ifc files into Autodesk® Revit®, thus providing a valuable dataset for creating MEP rooms in Revit architecture. With ifc2room, mechanical and electrical engineers can easily collaborate and work with architectural models to streamline their design process.

Enhancing Collaboration and Efficiency

One of the standout features of ifc2room is its ability to read architectural rooms in the form of levels, room geometries, room numbers, and room names from Ifc files. This means that MEP engineers no longer need to waste time manually recreating rooms in Revit. Instead, ifc2room transfers all the essential architectural information directly to the desired Revit file, allowing engineers to focus on their specialized tasks.

The plugin's target audience primarily consists of mechanical and electrical engineers who are proficient in Revit but receive architectural models in the form of Ifc files. By seamlessly importing architectural rooms, ifc2room empowers these engineers to generate accurate MEP rooms, facilitating a smoother workflow. This eliminates the need for constant back-and-forth communication with architects, as engineers can now have access to the necessary data set within their Revit environment.

Seamless Integration with Revit

ifc2room's integration with Revit is seamless, ensuring a hassle-free experience for users. The plugin operates efficiently and reliably, enabling engineers to effortlessly import Ifc files directly into Revit, without any loss of data or discrepancies. This integration significantly speeds up the design process and enhances collaboration by providing a unified platform for architects and MEP engineers.

Conclusion

ifc2room is a game-changing Revit plugin for mechanical and electrical engineers working on openBIM projects. It eliminates the time-consuming task of manually recreating architectural rooms and empowers engineers to generate MEP rooms accurately. With ifc2room, engineers can seamlessly integrate architectural data into Revit, enhancing collaboration and efficiency throughout the design process.

If you are an MEP engineer using Revit and frequently work with Ifc files, we highly recommend giving ifc2room a try. It is an invaluable tool that revolutionizes the way architectural and MEP design teams collaborate, ultimately streamlining the entire project workflow.