Windows

Windows modeled as simplified geometries representing the overall opening and basic frame configuration. Detailed glazing systems, mullions, hardware, and complex profiles are excluded. Window function and operation type parameters included. Modeled to general shape and location according to plan with proper wall hosting relationships.

Scope

Architecture (Exterior): Exterior window elements and glazing systems
Architecture (Interior): Interior window elements and configurations

3D Visualization

Point Cloud

Standards

Workset Configuration

Property	Standard	Description
Workset Name	`EX_ARCH_CORESHELL`, `EX_ARCH_EXTERIORS`	Assign the standard workset to windows based on their location
System Category	Windows	Built-in system category classification

Unit System & Measurements

Property	Standard	Description
Unit System	Imperial, Metric	Standard measurement systems
Width	Standard window widths	Common widths: 24”, 30”, 36”, 42”, 48”, 60” (Imperial)
Height	Standard window heights	Common heights: 24”, 30”, 36”, 42”, 48”, 60” (Imperial)
Sill Height	Standard sill heights	Common heights: 30”, 36”, 42” above floor level

Family & Type Configuration

Property	Standard	Description
Family Type	Loadable	Window families are loadable families that can be saved as .rfa files
Family Naming	`<Window Type> Window`	Family Name: Single Hung, Double Hung, Casement, Fixed
Type Naming	`<Width> x <Height> <Operation Type>`	Example: 36” x 48” SH, 48” x 36” FX

Properties & Parameters

Property	Value	Description
Wall Hosted	Yes	Windows must be hosted by walls and properly cut openings
Level Insertion	Host Wall Level	Windows inherit level from host wall with appropriate sill height
Phase	Existing	All building elements should be in Existing Phase
Material	`<By Category>` (Default)	Standard material assignment

Window Operation Types

Operation Type	Description
Fixed	Non-operable windows for light and view only
Single Hung	Bottom sash operable, top sash fixed
Double Hung	Both top and bottom sashes operable
Casement	Side-hinged windows that swing out or in
Awning	Top-hinged windows that swing out
Sliding	Horizontally sliding sashes

Window Configurations

Configuration	Options	Description
Frame Material	Wood, Vinyl, Aluminum, Fiberglass	Frame material classification
Glazing Type	Single, Double, Triple	Number of glass panes
Grid Pattern	None, Colonial, Prairie, Custom	Decorative grid configurations
Glass Type	Clear, Tinted, Low-E, Tempered	Glass performance characteristics

Window Functions

Function	Description
View	Primary windows for natural light and views
Ventilation	Operable windows for natural ventilation
Egress	Windows meeting egress requirements
Clerestory	High windows for light without compromising privacy