Dimensioning in Elevations

[Cismon]

This is how I generally used to dimension elevations

[lbuttery]

Anything that is user "defineable" in the z-axis in Chief should be "dimensionable" in elevations/sections. Chief has the info, ..........



Sarah:

I agree with Jim


There should be a tool to create an auto-magical elevation with the "standard" dims and it should be editable so that we can add anything else that is needed.


If there is more than one "standard" then give us a dbx with settings or a selection of Elevation style A or B or C ...


Lew

[spark]

There should be a tool to create an auto-magical elevation with the "standard" dims and it should be editable so that we can add anything else that is needed.

What do you define as "standard" dims?

[spark]

Cabinetry, all elevations!!!

Heigth and width? You have height and width in any elevation. What else do you need to dimension on cabinetry?

[spark]

Hi

This may or may not be relevant to your enquiry but I’ll through it out there anyway.
After generating an exterior elevation it would be most helpful to be able to show only the terrain lines that come in contact with the foundation (model?)

Relevant, no. But since you brought it up... I am not familar with what you're talking about.

Then be able to place “special use” markers on objects that will auto display elevations with regard to the first floor elv. 0.00’

Elevations as in height? Or the elevation tool?

I send just about all elevations and cross sections to cad detail so for me it would be important that all the above mentioned transfer there as well as the model view. I realize the loss of the link between the view and the model but the above would still be a great time saver.

And while your at it,,, when the model is sent to cad detail have all the elements contain in that view to remain on their assigned layers,,, not just the two layers we have now.

I'll put this in the database.

And another thought,,, wall sections,,, have these proposed “smart elv. Markers” work for top of all walls,,, framing members,, foundation walls,,, footings,,, top and mid points of pony walls,,, retaining walls,,, joist,,, headers,,, decks,,, base line for sure,,,,

I am also not sure what you're stating here...

you asked! ,,,Ray

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You're pictures are a bit small and hard to read. I can make out some floor/ceiling stuff, maybe roof ridge?

Thanks for the feedback.

[spark]

Sarah,
Anything that is user "defineable" in the z-axis in Chief should be "dimensionable" in elevations/sections. Chief has the info, ..........
Is that too general?

Jim

We could dimension every line you see in an elevation, right down to the brick pattern... Ideally, you would be able to dimension anything. So, we could add dimensioning for heights of plants, electrical, casing around windows, railings, etc, but it's quite a long list and if there's anything you're required to show (floor/ceiling heights, for instance) it's probably best we tackle those first so you're not drawing CAD lines long into X?.

Thanks for the feedback.

[spark]

Cabinet dimensioning would be enhanced by having a single toggle that would set dimension values, usually smaller, as predetermined by the user. The same toggle would reinstate "floor plan" defaults as desired.

A tool that would allow you to swap out your default settings?

I have a question: do you like dynamic defaults? Or would you prefer that your dimension never changes once it's drawn?

[spark]

This is how I generally used to dimension elevations

Thank you! Very helpful.

[spark]

I put most of my dimensions on a cross section.

What do you dimension in the cross section?

[spark]

I also use F.F.L., F.C.L., Headers, Grade.

I am not familiar with these acronyms.

[spark]

hi,

we have to show window sill & head heights on elevations so the ability to show these automatically would be great.

thanks, brian

Excellent feedback. Thank you.

[spark]

Stairs headroom

Where is stair headroom measured from?

[lbuttery]

What do you define as "standard" dims?



Sarah:


The types of dims that are being posted via pics in this thread


At a minimum, the floor heights and eve heights and ridge heights
roof pitches


Lew

[spark]

Hi Sarah,

Down here for planning applications:

All floor and ceiling heights in relationship to a main elevation data point
and each other.
Overall building height from ground level to highest point and other significant points in between - eave, boxed gutters, ridge, chimney, elevator shaft, etc
Height of building in relationship to boundary
Daylight (shading) heights from boundary (varies by compas points)

What is the boundary you use to calculate the heigth of the building?

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. It's very helpful.

[Allen42acj]

Hi Sarah
Her is a picture of what I add to cross sections to the left.
The point markers are where I would like to see automatic elevation dimensions.
With the math done for us..
It was done as a cad on the first floor and i sent the plan into support addressed to you.
"Auto elevation Dimensions for Sarah"
Does the plan give me more extra points?

I didn't check my math to see if it was right..