Octagon Window Size Parameter

I have made a nice 2' octagonal window family (the octagonal window from the Revit Autodesk site is a hex after all) with grids that I can turn on and off. I would like parameters to make its size adjustable (say 1' or 3' or whatever) but after many many hours I just can't seem to make it work. Could this be a rare instance outside the capabilities of Revit or is it my abilities in question?

Bill Maddox

Here's a parametric octagonal opening, that might give you a starting point.

Thanks so much andrewg. That is a huge help. I'll work on it this weekend and give an update. Thanks.

Andrewg:

Got the window done with your help. Don't know how to attach it to this message but if you want a copy I will be happy to e-mail it to you. My e-mail is zenomail@aol.com.


Thanks again

Bill Maddox

Hi there guys after seeing your Octagonal Windows and openings I tried to see if I could maybe simplify the process a little.Here is my Octagonal opening. zenomail you can add a file when you are in the the advanced section for replies by managing attachments

Yes Clinton it does simply things. I am studying it. Thanks


Also thanks for the advice on attachments. I am trying it out with my Octagon. Voila!


Bill Maddox

Impressive zenomail.I like what you did with the family.Just a couple of suggestions though make the glass thinner and make it fit the in the mullions and lock it to them.If you want to change the material parameters in the family select the object(like a mullion) go to it's properties and where you would give it a material select the little grey box next to it and make it into a parameter.

Thanks Clinton. Happy days!


Bill Maddox