ARCH2431 NYC Arch, FA2024 – BT3

The final submission for the facades assignment will be 11/21 and will we break up the pin up over two days (11/21 & 11/26). Think about which day you would like to present glazing and which for rainscreen, and we will vote during the next class.

This means we only have 2 more classes before the pin-up, so you will need to push hard to catch up with the modeling and drawings! Everyone is greatly behind where we need to be. You will need to be strategic about what should be 3d modeled (only a limited extends necessary for your diagrams) and what can be drawn (screws,sealant, etc.).

• See photos of the class drawings, rainscreen diagram examples, and prior semester student examples from this folder:  https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/t9esc9hmk2f64eqt7ehjv/AFzFBf1G5Ajdjmsbj-Q4B3Y?rlkey=bv5wd20dx585ixe0u134sungm&st=864r49f9&dl=0

For Thursday to be a productive class, you will need a draft completed of your rainscreen sheet along with your draft narrative. See the previous post for what drawings and details are expected. 

We will not have time to demonstrate modeling in class anymore, we will be focusing on assemblies and the drawings from now on. Refer to previous recordings for Revit demonstrations. Please contact me and we can schedule a Zoom session to review any modeling issues.

I hope you all enjoyed our site visit on Thursday, please upload any photos or videos you have to this folder to share with the class: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/5xgakwtmx30ishwjaadwm/AGlUqM1A5LmO1v7HbC0lAWA?rlkey=el32wqyhrlhced6gpn9hjdk57&st=32ddtndz&dl=0

The final submission for the facades assignment will be 11/21 and will we break up the pin up over two days (11/21 & 11/26). This means we only have 3 more classes before the pin-up, so you will need to push hard to catch up with the modeling and drawings! To help you create a narrative for your facade systems, please complete a draft of this word document (you can download and edit it directly) by the next class: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/4uy64qk30rv7q478g0a5r/ARCH2431-Building-Tech-III-Facade-Narrative.docx?rlkey=s28cziiz5c1kk4ksitxiu9f23&st=sb1kcnqk&dl=0

Additionally, the following is due for the next class (11/12):

• Draft narrative from word document linked above
• Rain Screen [FOCUS ON THIS]
  • Panelization should be complete. If not, move on.
  • Pick one vertical sliver of your rainsceen to model in greater detail showing the backup wall, subframing, and cladding attachments to your panel. The rest of the model can use a generic wall as a backup wall. This should go from the parapet down to the ground and should include a window (example below).
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      • The subframing and backup wall do not need to be a parametric model! Simply model the L-angles or Z-girts or hat channels as generic models!
      • If your manufacturer does not include these details, look at your classmates’ research for examples or simply look online (Google) for examples of rainscreen cladding attachments. There are many manufacturers (ex. KnightWall, EcoCladding, Cascadia Clip, GreenGirt)
      • See examples from this folder: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/2b3d8w4nm7ntv7x5s1q87/ANrbUFr7GylKbYnk6lmyYRQ?rlkey=vus4yxrthuht8alm7dfu0zu2j&st=elo0rpjx&dl=0
  • Set up views on your sheets including:
    • 4 views of overall model 
      • Start this by working at 1/8″-1/4″ scale 
      • Dimension panel sizes and align your views
    • 3d axon diagram
    • 4 views of typical structural bay, including a window, as we saw in the example drawing set in class
      • Should be at a larger scale than the overall model
    • Details (1-1/2″ or 3″ scale):
      • • Typical vertical and horizontal joint
        • Jamb/Head/Sill detail around the punched windows
        • Outside corner
        • Inside corner
        • Parapet
        • Base Curb detail
• Glazing (This should be done by now. If your parametric model does not work, then please model the elements individually directly in the file and move on) 
  • Set up views on your sheets including:
    • 4 views of overall model 
      • Start this by working at 1/8″-1/4″ scale 
      • Dimension panel sizes and align your views
    • 3d axon diagram
    • 4 views of typical unit focusing in a structural bay as we saw in the example drawing set in class
      • Should be at a larger scale than the overall model
    • Details (1-1/2″ or 3″ scale):
      • Typical vertical and horizontal joint at slabs
        • This should include anchorage to the slab
      • Outside corner
      • Inside corner
      • Parapet
      • Base Curb detail

 

We will be meeting on site at 55 Willoughby St for the next class at 1:30pm. Please complete the emailed forms if you have not done so yet!

• Miro board link : https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLU1AnRE=/?share_link_id=839274331733 (Password: AntoniGaudi)
• In-class Revit demonstration recordings for a rainscreen backup wall at the parapet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0

Due for next class:

• Rain Screen [FOCUS ON THIS]
  • Finalize panelization to be within the max/min requirements based on your research. Pay attention to panel sizes around the fixed windows and use that as a guide (similar to structural grid for glazing). If you cannot find panel sizes information for your product, please let me know and I will give you default values to use.
  • Model generic backup wall at all locations and pick one side to model in greater detail using the studs, sheathing, waterproofing as demonstrated in class.
  • Set up views on your sheets including:
    • 4 views of overall model 
      • Start this by working at 1/8″-1/4″ scale 
      • Dimension panel sizes and align your views
    • 3d axon diagram
  • Sub framing will be further developed next class.
• Glazing 
  • We have spent the last week diving deeper into various glazing systems.
  • Finish up modeling your systems and panelization should be complete.
  • Set up views on your sheets including:
    • 4 views of overall model 
      • Start this by working at 1/8″-1/4″ scale 
      • Dimension panel sizes and align your views
    • 3d axon diagram
    • 4 views of typical unit focusing in a structural bay as we saw in the example drawing set in class
      • Should be at a larger scale than the overall model
    • Details (largest scale):
      • Typical vertical and horizontal joint at slabs
      • Outside corner
      • Inside corner

The lack of progress and attendance is becoming UNACCEPTABLE!!! You must post your drawing progress for Thursday’s class. This is the 5th class for the facades assignment and some of you still have not shown any drawings for the glazing and rainscreen system. Points are being deducted from your assignments & midterm grade, and ultimately final grade, because of this.

• Miro board link (will be re-organized upon final system selection): https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLU1AnRE=/?share_link_id=839274331733 (Password: AntoniGaudi)
• In-class Revit demonstration recordings for a stick curtain wall and window wall system: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0

DUE FOR NEXT CLASS (10/31):

See the previous post for deliverables. In addition, we went over various glazing connections to the edge of slab and everyone should model the Halfen edge of slab connector for modeling practice (Regardless of glazing system selection), see product data dimensions below.

• HALFEN – Introduction – HCW Curtain Wall System – Anchoring systems – Construction – PRODUCT RANGES
• Halfen Slab Edge Catalog (P 20-21)
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• Hilti Slab Edge Connector
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=YxdmGc9XL_E
• F-/T- Anchor for how a stick system meets the ground floor
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• Miro board link (will be re-organized upon final system selection): https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLU1AnRE=/?share_link_id=839274331733 (Password: AntoniGaudi)
• In-class Revit demonstration recordings for a unitized curtain wall system: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0
• Please use the link below to enter your name for your final system selection (1x glazing and 1x rainscreen): https://1drv.ms/x/c/c08d8e5b4ba0f9ae/EUERnvN-lkxAgmw2cQ0GYRUBqDgOPfWyI5gIndEoCzjeuQ
  • Research should include the following:
    • Details
    • Panel Sizes (Max & Min Limits)
    • Color/Material/Texture
  • Please review and understand the final system you choose; these details are crucial to the modeling you will be doing. 

WARNING: Everyone must post and show progress on Miro, only about a half of you have been posting. As a reminder, this assignment is worth a third of your final grade and these Miro pin-ups count towards that grade. There has been a lack of progress and momentum the last week which will lead to you falling behind.

REMEMBER THAT I WILL BE POSTING MID-SEMESTER GRADES NEXT WEEK BASED ON YOUR PERFORMANCE TO DATE

Complete the following in each of the two models (2 SEPERATE SHEETS):

• Rain Screen
  • Finalize panelization to be within the max/min requirements based on your research. Pay attention to panel sizes around the fixed windows. If you cannot find panel sizes information for your product, please let me know and I will give you default values to use.
  • Set up views on your sheets including:
    • 4 views of overall model 
      • Start this by working at 1/4″ scale 
      • Dimension panel sizes and align your views
    • 3d axon diagram
  • This will be further developed next week
• Glazing [FOCUS ON THIS]
  • We have spent the last week diving deeper into various glazing systems.
  • Finalize panelization and pay attention to the relationship of your system to the edge of slab. 
  • Model a typical parametric unit following the class demonstration. These models are checked and count towards the assignment grade. No matter which system you chose, they follow a similar ideology. Let me know if you are confused with how to approach these models. 
    • Layout this new family according your panelization. 
  • Set up views on your sheets including:
    • 4 views of overall model 
      • Start this by working at 1/4″ scale 
      • Dimension panel sizes and align your views
    • 3d axon diagram
    • 4 views of typical unit focusing in a structural bay as we saw in the example drawing set in class
      • Should be at a larger scale than the overall model
    • 4 views each of details (largest scale):
      • Typical vertical and horizontal joint at slabs
      • Outside corner
      • Inside corner

• Grades have been posted to Brightspace for your steel connections assignment. Please review and let me know if any concerns.
• Miro board link (will be re-organized upon final system selection): https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLU1AnRE=/?share_link_id=839274331733 (Password: AntoniGaudi)
• In-class Revit demonstration recordings: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0
• Please use the link below to enter your name for your final system selection (1x glazing and 1x rainscreen) by Sunday morning so I can shift students if needed. https://1drv.ms/x/c/c08d8e5b4ba0f9ae/EUERnvN-lkxAgmw2cQ0GYRUBqDgOPfWyI5gIndEoCzjeuQ
  • Research should include the following:
    • Details
    • Panel Sizes (Max & Min Limits)
    • Color/Material/Texture
  • Please review and understand the final system you choose; these details are crucial to the modeling you will be doing. 

FOR NEXT CLASS EVERYONE MUST POST THEIR PROGRESS ON MIRO

• See the latest video recordings for plotting at 50% to improve graphics when uploading to Miro.
• Finalize your research sheets and your panelization. Prioritize developing the glazing model based on your selected system (window wall or curtain wall)
• Glazing: Pay attention to the relationship of your system to the edge of slab. Rainscreen: Pay attention to panel sizes and interface with the fixed windows. If you cannot find panel sizes information for your product, please let me know and I will give you default values to use.
• Set up views on your sheets including: 4 views of overall model, 4 views of typical unit, 4 views of typical details, 3d axon diagram as shown in video recording.

• Miro board link (will be re-organized upon final system selection): https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLU1AnRE=/?share_link_id=839274331733 (Password: AntoniGaudi)
• In-class Revit demonstration recordings: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0
• Please use the link below to enter your name for your final system selection (1x glazing and 1x rainscreen) by Sunday morning so I can shift students if needed. https://1drv.ms/x/c/c08d8e5b4ba0f9ae/EUERnvN-lkxAgmw2cQ0GYRUBqDgOPfWyI5gIndEoCzjeuQ
  • Research should include the following:
    • Details
    • Panel Sizes (Max & Min Limits)
    • Color/Material/Texture
  • Please review and understand the final system you choose; you will be presenting them in the next class. 

• Due for next class:
  • Glazing System
    • Complete your research of your system
    • Use the curtain wall tool to place replace the generic wall
    • Add the gridline for horizontal transoms and vertical mullions
      • Be careful of placing horizontal transoms based on curtain wall versus window wall system
      • Vertical mullions should be rationalized with the structural grid and overall facade geometry
    • Add the mullion framing
    • MIRO Posting
      • Post your research reference details
      • Post your 4-views (elevation, plan, section, axon) and exploded axon diagram in MIRO
        • Consider 1/8″ or 1/4″ scale
  • Rainscreen panel system
    • Complete your research – find details and place these on a sheet
    • Create a standard panel with parameters based on manufacturer details
      • Do this based on your research about the panel 
      • Add materials to your panel
    • Place panel on facade and copy it both horizontally and vertically – cover all facades
      • Make sure to figure out the correct panel sizes
      • Consider how the window fits into the system
    • Make any other families that you can – you will need all the components
    • MIRO Posting
      • Post your research reference details
      • Post your 4-views (elevation, plan, section, axon) and exploded axon diagram in MIRO
        
        • Consider 1/8″ or 1/4″ scale

Today’s Agenda

• Completion of Steel Connections
  • MIRO Peer Grading
  • Upload to Brightspace Due (PDF and Revit file)

NO CLASS ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15th!!!

• New Facades Assignment
  • Miro board link: https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLU1AnRE=/?share_link_id=839274331733 (Password: AntoniGaudi)
  • In-class Revit demonstration recordings & PDF of lecture slides: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0
  • Introduction and Overview
    • Show samples from previous years
  • Types of Facades
    • Rain screen w/backup wall (metal studs or concrete block)
    • Curtain Walls
      • Stick Systems
      • Unitized Systems
    • Window Wall Systems
    • Structural Glazing (no metal mullions) 

• • Building the Revit Model
    • Add Grids & Levels
      • Vertical grids spacing: 12’, 12′,8′,12′
      • Horizontal grid spacing: 9′,9′,9′ grids
      • Levels:
        • 1 to 2: 14′
        • 2 to 3: 12′
        • 3 to 4: 12′
    • Add Structural Columns – copy up as needed
      • Modify Level 3 to have fewer columns
      • Add longspan open web joists to roof (grid lines 2-5 A-D)
      • Add 4 notched beam joists (grid lines 1-2 B-D) use connections family
    • Add Structural Beams (with tags)
      • Review detail Level setting to see columns and beams
    • Add 6″ foundation slab for level 1 (1′-6″ outside of grids – aligns with face of exterior wall)
    • Add slabs levels 2 to 4 (roof) (5″ = 3″ LW concrete on 2″ metal deck)
      • 8″ outside of grid lines on all sides
      • Shift all beams down 5″
    • Add generic facade wall (exterior aligned with foundation slab)
      • 8″ generic wall (1′-6″ outside of grids or 2″ gap to slabs)
    • Add punched windows (centered in each grid bay)
      • Fixed 72″ x 48″
      • Fixed 36″ x 48″

• • The New Titleblock
    • Use large 72 x 120 (to be plotted 50%)
    • Open Student Titleblock from last semestet
      • Copy Selfie and customize name etc.
    • Place 4 view on the first sheet
      • Plan/Section/Elevation/Isometric (3/8″ scale as a start)
    • Duplicate Project File
      • 1 for Curtain Wall  (Lastname.Firstname FA.24 Novillo Curtain Wall)
      • 1 for Rain Screen (Lastname.Firstname FA.24 Novilo Rainscreen)
  • Introduction to Curtain Wall Tool
    • Modify the exterior wall to a curtain wall
    • Add horizontal and vertical mullions

• • Selecting a system
    • Each student must select 2 Rainscreen options and 2 Curtain wall options.  In next class we will finalize selections – each of you will be required to complete 1 Rainscreen and 1 Curtainwall study.
    • No more than 2 students can use the same system
    • Divide up in teams to help choose systems
      • Link to Rainscreen choices (link)
      • Link to Glazing choices (link)
        • Choose from Curtain Wall or Window Wall
      • Link to assignment description (link)

Due for next class (Due 10/17):

• Complete your research sheet
  • identify 2 options for each type (2 Glazing & 2 Rainscreen)
  • Post details for the choices into MIRO
  • Include URL links for each system so they can be reviewed in greater detail
  • We will finalize selections in next class
• Complete your 3d Models & view
  • Complete the Rain Screen Model
  • Place images on the sheet
  • Complete the Curtain wall model
  • Place images on the sheet
  • Post both sheets to MIRO

Miro board link: https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLdYX1kI=/ (Password: AntoniGaudi)

Revit demonstration recording for not hatching projected objects in elevation; the convention is to only hatch objects cut in section: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0

Assignment Deadline for thursday, October 10th –

• Brightspace 2nd Final Posting
  • Please use the new assignment upload (1st one will be hidden in the morning)
  • Upload the following by Midnight, Wednesday
    • A single PDF of all your sheets
    • Revit Project File (your families should already be saved within the revit file)
      • Make sure this is saved as a .RVT, not a template file.
  • Upload to MIRO by Midnight, Wednesday 
    • Your pdf file

• • We will do peer grading in class then move on to the next assignment
  • Your final grade on this assignment is based on the following:
    • Your oral presentation in-class
    • Your feedback to your classmates
    • Your initial final Brightspace upload & MIRO post 
    • Your second final Brightspace Upload & MIRO post
•  All drawings should have notes/leaders and dimensions.
  • Graphics, neatness are also part of the grade.
  • Balance how much time you spend modeling versus paying drawings on a sheet. Show the class how much hard work you did!
  • Those drawings in bold below are your priority and a higher percentage of your grade.

• Final Presentation should include:

  • SC-01 Basic Sheet
    • Show at least 1 plan – 2 plans are optional based on your details and drawing layout
    • Minimum 2 elevations, 1 perspective, 1 isometric 
  • SC-02 Vertical Exploded Isometric***
    • Include annotations.
  • SC-03 Kit of Part
  • SC-04, SC-05, etc.******
    • Start details in groups of 4 using 1-1/2″ scale
    • Larger details as required at 3″ or 6″ etc.
    • Always add notes & dimensions
    • Keep things consistent across your drawings.

Reference your feedback from the steel staircase assignment to enhance your drawings.

Miro board link: https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVLdYX1kI=/ (Password: AntoniGaudi)

In-class Revit demonstration recordings: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqpg2cozh09e0mnzlzt9x/AHYdthG94N3GU60YowIma7I?rlkey=8c98o80ov5uazaqemf7bqibdt&dl=0

FINAL PRESENTATION DUE FOR NEXT CLASS

• You now have all the tools and demonstrations to model all components necessary for the assignment
• Brightspace Posting Due Monday at Midnight
  • A single PDF of all your sheets
  • Revit Project File (your families should already be saved within the revit file)
    • Make sure this is saved as a .RVT, not a template file.
• MIRO Posting for Tuesday – earlier pinup allows feedback, please email once you have something posted and I can mark it up.
• Grading is based on students oral presentation and drawings
  • All drawings should have notes/leaders and dimensions.
  • Graphics, neatness are also part of the grade. 
  • Balance how much time you spend modeling versus paying drawings on a sheet. Show the class how much hard work you did!
  • Those drawings in bold below are your priority and a higher percentage of your grade.

Final Presentation should include:

• SC-01 Basic Sheet
  • Show at least 1 plan – 2 plans are optional based on your details and drawing layout
  • Minimum 2 elevations, 1 perspective, 1 isometric 
• SC-02 Vertical Exploded Isometric***
  • Include annotations.
• SC-03 Kit of Part
• SC-04, SC-05, etc.******
  • Start details in groups of 4 using 1-1/2″ scale
  • Larger details as required at 3″ or 6″ etc.
  • Always add notes & dimensions
  • Keep things consistent across your drawings.

Reference your feedback from the steel staircase assignment to enhance your drawings.