Autodesk 00128-051462-9310 User Guide - Page 885

Converting linework to curtain walls units using the default baseline option TIP If you draw your linework in the XY plane (in Plan view) and accept the default baseline, the resulting curtain wall unit is displayed as it is projected in the Z direction. Converting linework to curtain walls using the specified baseline option 8 To erase the lines, enter y (Yes). To have the lines remain after the curtain wall unit is created, enter n (No). Each enclosed area is assigned the default cell infill. The lines between the cells are assigned the default mullion definition, and the boundary around the grid is assigned the default frame definition. For more information, see "Assigning Definitions to Curtain Wall Elements" on page 785. 9 Select the resulting custom curtain wall unit, right-click, and click Design Rules ➤ Save to Style. 10 Click New to create a new curtain wall unit style. 11 Enter a name for the new curtain wall unit style. 12 Click OK twice. Curtain Wall Unit Styles Curtain wall units are style-based, meaning there are preset characteristics assigned to each curtain wall unit that determine its appearance and function. By changing from one style of curtain wall unit to another, you can quickly study several different design options. Any changes you make to the style are reflected throughout your building, updating all curtain walls that use that particular curtain wall unit style. You can also apply overrides to a single curtain wall unit, without changing other curtain walls of the same style. A curtain wall unit style controls the following properties of a curtain wall: ■ Element definitions ■ Definition assignments for each element ■ Materials for each element ■ Display properties for each element ■ Notes about the style and any associated reference files Curtain Wall Unit Styles | 845