Changing your project location in Revit often refers to adjusting the physical position of your building model within the project's internal coordinate system or relative to a shared coordinate system. One common method for this is using the "Relocate Project" tool.
Using the Relocate Project Tool
The "Relocate Project" command allows you to move the entire project model relative to its internal origin or a defined survey point and project base point. This is useful for tasks like:
- Aligning models from different sources.
- Adjusting the building's position on the site.
- Setting up shared coordinates for linking models.
To use the Relocate Project option, follow these steps:
Steps to Relocate Your Project
- Navigate to the Manage Tab: Go to the ribbon interface at the top of the Revit window.
- Access Project Location Tools: In the ribbon, click Manage tab > Project Location panel.
- Select Position: Within the Project Location panel, click on the Position dropdown.
- Choose Relocate Project: Select the Relocate Project option from the dropdown menu.
Once the tool is active, you click a start point and an end point in your view to define the direction and distance you want to move the project. All elements in the project will move together.
- Practical Insight: Use a view where you can clearly see the elements you need to align or the direction you need to move, such as a floor plan or site plan.
Understanding "Project Location" in Revit
It's important to distinguish between different aspects of "location" in Revit:
- Project Internal Origin: The fixed (0,0,0) point in the model space, which cannot be moved.
- Project Base Point: Represents a known point relative to the project, often used for positioning and coordinating. Its coordinates are relative to the internal origin. You can move this point.
- Survey Point: Represents a real-world control point (like a survey marker). Its coordinates are typically defined in a shared coordinate system relative to the internal origin. You can also move this point.
- Geographic Location: This refers to the actual latitude and longitude of the project site, used for accurate sun studies and weather data. This is set separately in the "Location" dialog (also found on the Manage tab > Project Location panel).
The Relocate Project tool primarily affects the position of the model elements relative to the internal origin, Project Base Point, and Survey Point. It shifts the entire model relative to these defined points.
Comparison Table: Relocate Project vs. Other Location Settings
| Setting | What it Does | Primary Use Cases | How to Access (Partial) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relocate Project | Moves the entire model relative to origins/points | Aligning models, shifting building position | Manage tab > Project Location > Position |
| Project Base Point | Defines a project-specific reference point | Internal positioning, linking models by shared origin | Select point in view; adjust coordinates |
| Survey Point | Defines a real-world reference point | Shared coordinates, site alignment | Select point in view; adjust coordinates |
| Geographic Location | Sets latitude/longitude for the site | Sun studies, energy analysis | Manage tab > Project Location > Location |
Using the Relocate Project tool is a fundamental way to spatially adjust your model within Revit, ensuring accurate coordination and site placement.
