28 Days to Water Tight?! Framing Begins! (North Wing Pt 13)

On this episode of The North Wing, I'm finally strapping on the tool belt and diving headfirst into framing! But there's a major catch—I have only 28 days to reach water tight.

To tackle this huge challenge, I've paused ALL my other work and commitments for 4 intense weeks dedicated solely to framing. The clock is ticking, and the pressure is on. Can we get the North Wing sealed and water tight before time runs out?

Follow along to see the process unfold, and find out if this ambitious goal is achievable for an amateur carpenter like myself...

Click here to view Part 13 of The North Wing design, BIM, build project... 

Concrete Slab and Waterproofing (North Wing Pt 12)

 

On this episode of The North Wing project we finally pour our slab!! Additionally, I do some waterproofing, show some backfilling, and talk about how to access your Revit model out in the field (for FREE!) and track your schedule with Revit & Notion... 

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Wrenches, Gadgets, & Hacks Podcast: Content Creation and Community Building

 

I was asked to join my friends Carl and John on the "Wrenches, Gadgets, and Hacks" podcast late last year ... and I never got to posted it here on the blog... Sorry, guys!

If you are into podcasts and want to hear and interesting chat about some of the "behind the scenes" thoughts and motivations that created "The Revit Kid", check out this episode.  

"...In this episode of Wrenches Gadgets &Hacks, we dive into the world of content creation and community building with Jeff Pinheiro, also known as The Revit Kid. Jeff shares his journey, from starting a blog to amassing nearly one hundred thousand followers on his YouTube channel, "The Revit Kid." We explore the importance of creating valuable content, the role of social media, and how to build a supportive online community. Whether you're a seasoned content creator or just starting out, Jeff's insights offer valuable lessons on leveraging technology to share knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals..."

Click here to listen to the episode now (or search on your favorite podcast listening app).... 

Thanks again for inviting me on, Carl and John!!

Foundation Walls Complete and Anchor Bolts in Revit! (North Wing Pt 11)

 

On this episode of The North Wing project we have footings and foundation walls poured and complete!  I also talk a little bit about some design changes, how I approached moving the building in Revit, and how I use Revit to coordinate the anchor bolts!

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Catch up on all 11 episodes to date... 

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Excavation Begins… And We Hit Ledge! (North Wing Part 10)

 

Construction is officially underway on The North Wing—but we’ve already run into a classic New England challenge: ledge! In this episode, I walk you through the unique design and BIM-driven approach behind this project, while tackling the obstacles of excavating a rocky site. 

Plus, I’ll share some Revit tips and tricks for efficiently pulling together wood framing material orders and quantities—a must-know for anyone managing BIM workflows in residential construction.

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Click here to watch Part 10 of the North Wing project now...

Architect as Builder: Yes, You Can Do It Too! (The North Wing - PT 9) - Replay

 

In this episode, we continued The North Wing project by discussing what it meant to be both an architect and a general contractor (builder) for a project. We explored the exciting world of architect-led construction and how individuals could take charge of their residential projects by becoming their own general contractor.

Whether listeners were considering taking the leap or just curious about the process, we broke down:

✅ The benefits of architects stepping into the builder role (and how natural and rewarding it could be).

✅ The challenges they might face—and how to overcome them.

✅ Practical steps, tools, and processes to get started on their first project as an architect-builder.

✅ How using BIM tools, like Autodesk Revit, could help reduce the anxiety and risk of designing and building.

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PS - As I mentioned in the video... all of the files I share on this project (Revit, Excel, Schedule) are available to download for all members of the BIM After Dark Community....  

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Replay - Electrical Plans in Revit: Simple Tutorial for Architects (The North Wing - PT 8)

 

On this episode of BIM After Dark Live, we talked about creating electrical power and lighting plans in Revit for residential architects. I shared some tips and tricks, recommendations, and processes to help you create simple electrical plans for your next small-scale residential Revit project!

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From Revit to Twinmotion ... in 34 Minutes !

 

No live stream this week!  Instead, here is a little excerpt from a recent presentation I did for AIA Columbia (South Carolina)... 

Watch me transform an Autodesk Revit project to a Twinmotion real-time rendered scene in under 34 minutes...

Special thanks to AIA Columbia for asking me present to them... and letting me record it to share with you all!

Plumbing the Primary Bath in Revit... in 3D! (The North Wing - PT 7) - Replay

 

Last night on BIM After Dark Live, we talked about modeling plumbing in Revit for residential architects. I showed how to get started modeling pipes, setting up views, and creating dynamic yet informative plumbing drawings for small-scale residential work.

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On this episode, we continued The North Wing by completing some construction documents in Revit... But, what I really wanted to show you was why you should STOP USING TEXT NOTES IN REVIT!!! You heard me... Now, tune in to the replay find out why and how!

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Residential Revit - Design Options (The North Wing - PT 5) - Replay

 

On this episode of BIM After Dark Live we looked at the Residential Revit project I am working on ("The North Wing") and I riffed a bit about design options in Revit... a powerful but underutilized function in Autodesk Revit. 

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Residential Revit - Modeling Structure (The North Wing - PT 4) - Replay

 

On last nights episode of BIM After Dark Live we to look at the Residential Revit project I am working on ("The North Wing") and walked through how I approach modeling wood framed structures in Revit... 

There was tips and tricks on how I approach headers, floor framing, roof framing, framing plans, and more!  

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3 Options to Model Where Sheathing / Siding Overlap a Rim Board in Revit

 

In this Office Hour Session I riff on 3 options to modeling the detail where sheathing and siding overlap a rim board in residential Revit construction... 

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