This detailed introduction to Revit Architecture features straightforward explanations and real-world, hands-on tutorials to teach new users the software's core features and functions. Presented in the context of real-world workflows, and using real-world projects, each chapter contains a discussion of the "why" and "how" that is reinforced with a step-by-step tutorial so you'll gain practical and applicable experience with the core features of Revit Architecture. The new pedagogical approach emphasizes learning skills to help you prepare for the Revit certification exams. Topics include: floors, ceilings, walls, and curtain walls; modeling and massing to explore design ideas; Family Editor to create and manage families; effective worksharing, BIM workflows, and file management; rendering and visualization techniques to make your design come alive; Revit certification exams preparation. --