BIM software: 5 valuable tips for making the final decision
Choosing the right software for modeling is a crucial step for any architect starting a project with BIM (Building Information Modeling). That’s because there are only a few high-quality programs designed specifically for BIM modeling, which makes the choice even harder for professionals. Many only know Revit — understandably, since it’s one of Autodesk®’s most […]
Revit MEP: understand how the software works for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing!
You might even think that Revit is a software only for architects and interior designers, but it was also designed for engineers. As a BIM (Building Information Modeling) software, with a highly detailed methodology, Revit has become an indispensable ally for engineers. Known as Revit MEP, this toolkit provides powerful features for mechanical, electrical, and […]
BIM Christmas decoration: 10 families to add to your project
The most anticipated time of the year has finally arrived, and with it, new projects are starting to come in. If you’re an architect or interior designer, you already know how challenging it can be to find the right families for a Christmas project in Revit. In most cases, Christmas families available online are not […]
BlocksCase: BIM digitization and digital file management with Blocks
Did someone ask for a BIM digitization success story? Blocks has one straight from the oven for you! In today’s BlocksCase, we’ll take a closer look at our collaboration with Tecno, a renowned gourmet kitchen brand. Want a quick preview? In this project, we digitized Tecno’s entire product catalog in Revit, SketchUp, and GLB (augmented […]
Free Revit Families: 10 Sites with the Best Families for Your Project
If you’re an architect or interior designer who uses Revit for your projects and you’re struggling to find the ideal families, take a deep breath… You’re not the only one. One of the biggest challenges faced by architecture and interior design professionals is the search for quality parametric families. This happens because there are numerous […]
Farnsworth House in BIM: a Blocks project
After years imagining the completion of this project, we can finally say it’s ready. Bárbara Pavanello, CEO of Blocks®, has always admired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth House and dreamed of representing it as a Revit model. Completely fascinated by the house and determined to bring this idea to life, Bárbara decided years ago […]
Marketing for Architects: how to build a personal brand that sells
Have you ever wondered why marketing for architects has become such a hot topic? In the digital age, the way we attract clients has completely changed. Architects, interior designers and even engineers who once relied solely on word of mouth now face a new challenge: building a strong online presence. After all, if you’re not […]
Revit Textures: Learn How to Download and Apply Them to Your Projects
In the world of architecture, textures hold a very important place in a project, as they are crucial for shaping the client’s entire experience of a project. Think about it: the very texture of stone walls in a house might inspire a vintage furniture selection. That’s why texture choices are best made early, during the […]
Revit for Mac: How to Install It on Your MacBook Step by Step
Who said Revit for Mac doesn’t exist? It might take a few extra steps compared to Windows, but yes, you can absolutely get it running. It’s true,there’s no native Revit version for macOS, as the software was designed exclusively for Windows. That does leave many users out. But in today’s tech world, there’s always a […]
Blocks Plugin: Get Access to Countless Revit Families in a Few Clicks
One of the main challenges faced by architects, especially those using Revit, is finding high-quality families for their projects. For those unfamiliar, BIM families are essential elements for architecture and interior design professionals, as they add the final touch to architectural projects. Often, those seeking high-quality families resort to Google, browse various websites in search […]