Can IFC files be imported into ReluxDesktop?

ReluxCAD for Revit > FAQ > Can IFC files be imported into ReluxDesktop?

The answer is yes, they can be imported.

Solution 1

In ReluxDesktop it is now possible to work with an open standard format of BIM (Building Information Modelling), the so-called Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).

After starting an interior or exterior project the user has the option to import an IFC file under File/import/buildingsmart IFC.

Screenshot of the black ReluxDesktop backstage import panel, featuring file format tiles for rdf, gbXML, reCAD, and a red box highlighting the "buildingSmart IFC" scene selection icon.


During the loading process of the IFC file following window dialog will pop up.

The IFC Import configuration popup window overlaid on ReluxDesktop, showing a storey checklist tree alongside two red highlight boxes framing the "Import geometry as exterior scene" and "Close unenclosed spaces" checkmarks.


In this dialog the user can determine which space parameters should be considered in the project. Interior spaces as well as the import geometry from an exterior scene can be chosen. Even to close unclosed spaces can be selected as an option.

If an additional text appears where the information is mentioned (No IFC spaces) are recognized, then just the exterior scene will be considered.

The reason why no IFC spaces are available is because the rooms were not defined in the original BIM project from where the IFC file was created.

After the loading process of the IFC file in ReluxDesktop is completed, the user can proceed further with the lighting design without considering the construction phase anymore. That’s the main advantage of working with IFC files.

Full application window view of ReluxDesktop's main 3D canvas displaying an imported multi-storey office building model with surrounding parking lots, streets, and sidewalk geometry under a daylight sky simulation.


Solution 2
If you are in possession of a full version of Revit, we recommend that you   install  our add-on ReluxCAD for Revit and purchase the licence in our online shop.
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With the ReluxCAD for Revit add-on, you receive a powerful tool to carry out lighting design based on the radiosity method directly in your Revit model, or to transfer the model to ReluxDesktop via the export/import functions.


Close-up screenshot of the light-grey ReluxCAD for Revit menu bar panel highlighting the specialized "Interface" section block framed by a pink box containing the directional Export and Import document utility buttons.


Overview of ReluxCAD for Revit

 
 

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