Optimizing Building Envelope Design: Seamless Workflows from Autodesk Forma to Revit with FenestraPro

When: 

Wednesday 9th October. 1pm CST (6pm GMT)

 

Outline: 

Introduction to Autodesk Forma and FenestraPro Envelope Analysis. 

Overview of Autodesk Forma as a conceptual design tool with real-time insights into site conditions. 

Introduction to Envelope Analysis for Forma and FenestraPro for Revit, focusing on their ability to automate and optimize facade geometry and material specifications at different stages. 

Key benefits of the integrated workflow: performance-driven design from concept to completion. 

 

Early Design in Autodesk Forma Using Envelope Analysis Demo: 

Set up a conceptual building model in Forma. 

Using FenestraPro tools to analyze Window-to-Wall Ratios (WWR), glazing configurations, and shading strategies at the early stages. 

Applying Construction Types to building envelope components. 

Understanding the impact of facade decisions on energy performance, daylighting, and thermal loads. 

Code-checking for local building regulations during the early design phase. 

 

Transitioning from Forma to Revit: 

Explanation of how to export Forma models and maintain project data continuity, including decisions made in Envelope Analysis, to Revit. 

Demonstration of importing geometry from Forma into Revit, showcasing how FenestraPro automates the application of envelope materials and window openings based on early design inputs. 

Using predefined families for walls, windows, and facades in Revit that match the conceptual design. 

 

Detailed Envelope Analysis and Energy Modelling in Revit: 

Using FenestraPro for advanced envelope analysis within Revit’s detailed design stages. 

Introduction to Revit Energy Analytical Modelling and its integration with FenestraPro, including energy performance assessments and carbon analysis using Autodesk Insight. 

Best practices for refining material properties, shading devices, and WWR in the design development phase. 

 

Case Study and Workflow Benefits 

Showcase a real-world project, highlighting improvements in energy performance, workflow efficiency, and compliance with sustainability standards.

 

Q&A Session 

Open floor for questions about specific workflows, FenestraPro tools, and integration with Autodesk platforms. 

 

Target Audience: 

Architects, engineers, designers, and energy modelers who are looking to optimize building envelope design and energy performance using Autodesk tools like Forma and Revit, alongside FenestraPro’s solutions. 

 

Key Takeaways: 

1. How to leverage FenestraPro’s integration with Forma and Revit for data continuity. 
2. Best practices for automating envelope analysis and material specification. 
3. Strategies for meeting energy efficiency goals throughout the design process. 
4. This webinar will highlight the enhanced workflow between Autodesk Forma and Revit through FenestraPro, enabling attendees to maximize design performance, save time, and meet sustainability targets effectively.