How to Remove Room Boundary in Revit?

Guide to Removing Room Boundaries in Revit

When working on architectural designs in Revit, occasionally you may need to remove a room boundary. A room boundary defines the limits of a room and affects how areas and volumes are calculated. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to effectively remove a room boundary.

Step-by-Step Process to Remove a Room Boundary

1. Open the Appropriate View
   Start by opening a floor plan or a 3D view that includes the room with the boundary you want to delete. This allows for a clear representation of the room’s layout and boundaries.

2. Locate the Room Boundary
   Using your cursor, hover over the boundary line you wish to remove. The line should highlight to indicate that it is selectable. If you have difficulty selecting the correct line, press the TAB key. This cycles through the various elements until you identify the desired room boundary.

3. Select the Boundary Line
   Once the room boundary line is highlighted, click on it to select it. Ensure that you are focused specifically on the boundary rather than other adjacent elements.

4. Delete the Selected Boundary
   With the boundary line selected, simply press the DELETE key on your keyboard. This action will remove the room boundary from the designated room, allowing for changes in its area calculation.

5. Confirm Changes
   After deletion, it’s wise to double-check the room’s properties or schedule to ensure that the boundary removal has been properly executed and that the room calculations reflect the change.

6. Adjust Room Properties if Necessary
   If removing the boundary affects the overall room definition or its calculations, you may need to revisit the room properties. Navigate to the room’s properties panel to adjust any settings or redefine the room’s boundaries as needed.

Additional Considerations

• Visibility/Graphic Settings
  If you’re having trouble viewing room separation lines or boundaries, check your visibility/graphics settings. Access the view tab, select the Visibility/Graphics options, and ensure that the required elements such as room boundaries are set to be displayed.

• Room Schedule
  If you use a room schedule, remember that changes in boundaries might impact how rooms and their areas are displayed or calculated. Keep this in mind and check the schedule for any necessary updates after making your adjustments.

FAQs

1. What should I do if I cannot find the room boundary line?
If the room boundary does not highlight when you hover over it, make sure the visibility settings are correct. Additionally, use the TAB key for cycling through elements, as there may be overlapping items obstructing your selection.

2. Can I restore a deleted room boundary?
If you delete a room boundary accidentally, you may use the ‘Undo’ command (Ctrl + Z) to restore it immediately. However, if you have saved the file after deletion, you may need to recreate the boundary manually.

3. How will removing a room boundary affect area computations?
Removing a room boundary can alter the calculated area and volume of the room. Always verify calculations in the room schedule after making adjustments to ensure the data accurately reflects your design’s intent.