2D representation of 3D structure in plan

[adimanno825832]

Hello, first time posting to a forum here. I have recently upgraded to Revit 2025. We have a Structural model linked into our Architectural model, and the Structural model contains several cross-braces throughout our building. The overall graphics of our plans are a little bit confusing, because the braces obscure Architectural elements - like doors - but also look pretty similar to our typical HSS columns when cut through. Is there a way to hide the 3D braces and instead display only a 2D line (preferably very dark/distinct)? It would need to show the full length, column-to-column, and not be cut, or concealed by walls, etc. I know the "dumb" solution would be to hide the Structure and use detail lines, but I'm concerned about the time involved, and missing any changes if the Structural engineer needs to relocate or change the brace layout.

RVT2025_Cross Bracing_Plan.png

[tedg]

I was going to suggest changing the "vertical bracing" detail level to "course" (within your view template visibility/graphics or whatever) which would show single line or dashed line.
But you would need to change all "structural framing" to course, so all framing would be single lines or whatever, I don't think that is what you want.

It only allows you to change the projection and cut line properties within the "vertical bracing" sub category.

Sorry I can't think of anything other than turning them off .
You could have "working views" that have them "on" to be checking for changes and interferences.

Another idea is to turn up the "transparency" of structural framing so you can "see through" the braces within your plan view templates, but all framing would be transparent.

[adimanno825832]

Thanks. I'm not sure setting them as transparent would be the final product, but it could help me to spot when/if the brace moves, or an associated wall is moved away from it.

I think Detail Lines may end up being the path I take. We used that method for a similar project in the past, but I was hoping for a more automated method to hopefully reduce human error.

[shnksh]

Is there any subcategory for the braces which you can perhaps switch on and hide the rest?
braces.png

[adimanno825832]

The issue is actually somewhat the reverse. I'm trying to hide the actual 3D horizontal bracing element, and instead display a heavy black 2D line at all locations where the bracing occurs, across multiple drawing sheets.