Graphics Programs Reference
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8. Check the instance properties of the space, and verify that the volume is
computed under the Dimensions group. If not, go back and set your
model to compute volume by adjusting the Area And Volume
Computations settings on the Room & Area panel of the Architecture
tab.
9. Once again, with the Properties palette showing the properties of the
space, change the Limit Offset parameter value to
10′-0″
(
3050
mm)
and examine the Volume parameter value of the space. You may need to
click the Apply button on the Properties palette for the change to take
place.
10. Change the Limit Offset parameter value to
12′-0″
(
3660
mm), and
note that the Volume parameter value stays the same. This confirms
that the ceiling is acting as a room boundary.
11. Open the 1 - Lighting plan view, and click the Space button on the
Analyze tab to place another space in the room located in the
upper-right corner of the building. Before placing the space, on the
Options Bar, set the upper limit of the space to Level 2, and set the
Offset to
0′-0″
(
0
mm). Then click in the room to create the space.
12. Create a section view of this room, and select the Space object. Notice
that the space extends beyond the ceiling. This confirms that the ceiling
is not set to be room bounding.
13. In the section view, select the Space object, and use the grip arrow to
stretch the top of the space beyond the roof. Notice that the space fills
the entire volume up to the roof.
14. Continue placing spaces in the model, and examine their properties
based on the settings you choose on the Options Bar for placement.
The Reflected Ceiling Plan
The first step in creating a well-coordinated lighting plan is to ensure that
your reflected ceiling plan is properly set up to display the model in a
way that allows you to see all the items necessary to coordinate as you
design. Adjust the view range settings of your view so that all ceilings are
clearly visible, and turn on any worksets or component categories from
other disciplines that may contain items in the ceiling. You can set the
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