CADMASTER1128 Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 School is starting in 4 days and I was wondering... What are some most popular AutoLISP commands used in the Residential Architecture? Since I just learned how to use LISP and I am studying Architecture I thought it would be best to download as many as I can. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Mac Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 I would assume that Architecture can run all the LISPs that AutoCAD can run? Are you learning LISP Steve? Or have you just figured out how to load a routine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted August 21, 2009 Author Share Posted August 21, 2009 I would assume the same as you Lee Mac... I am not learning how to create them and I do know how to load them (using APPLOAD) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzframpton Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 I don't know of any "AutoCAD Architecture" specific Lisp routines. Most out there are very specific to plain jane AutoCAD and not a vertical product, since the customization and tools are already highly developed for that specific trade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted August 21, 2009 Author Share Posted August 21, 2009 I don't know of any "AutoCAD Architecture" specific Lisp routines. Most out there are very specific to plain jane AutoCAD and not a vertical product, since the customization and tools are already highly developed for that specific trade. I think you are miss understanding the question... Which may be my fault. I am asking for LISP to create custom door opens (arched doors) windows, sidewalks, things like that... Even lisp to draw plumbing plans or items for a specific plan... Is that better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzframpton Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 I am asking for LISP to create custom door opens (arched doors) windows, sidewalks, things like that... AutoCAD Architecture already does this, minus sidewalks since that's more Civil than Architecture. Start looking into Styles (aka Door Styles, Windows Styles) and build on top of the ones already custom made for Architecture. Even lisp to draw plumbing plans or items for a specific plan... Is that better? Hmmm, AutoCAD MEP (MEP = Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) lets you do all this, and VERY easily once you get the hang of it. This is kinda overkill for residential plans, though. All you really need is a plumbing block library and create a Tool Palette with the symbols and you're good to go. You can't squeeze much more efficiency than that out of simple plumbing plans for a residential project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted August 21, 2009 Author Share Posted August 21, 2009 Here come the student in me: How do I create these dynamic blocks and tool Palettes? SO much CAD so little time... HAHA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzframpton Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Here come the student in me: How do I create these dynamic blocks and tool Palettes? SO much CAD so little time... HAHA! Dynamic Blocks will not work with AutoCAD Architecture AEC objects. Just forget about them, unless you want to do 2D plans. To utilize the full use of AutoCAD Architecture, you need to use Styles. If you look for the Styles folder, there are a ton of stuff already there. Just use these *.DWG files to import the styles into your new drawings via the Style Manager. Look at the ZIP file I uploaded, it has the Door Styles that comes with AutoCAD. door_styles.zip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted August 21, 2009 Author Share Posted August 21, 2009 Here is what i found for my styles. I assume this is the correct location... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted August 21, 2009 Author Share Posted August 21, 2009 It may help if I attach the image: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Mac Posted August 21, 2009 Share Posted August 21, 2009 Styk - How dyou get your Vista Windows to look like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Buzzard Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 I think you are miss understanding the question... Which may be my fault. I am asking for LISP to create custom door opens (arched doors) windows, sidewalks, things like that... Even lisp to draw plumbing plans or items for a specific plan... Is that better? Give this door program a try. http://www.cadtutor.net/forum/showthread.php?t=34891 You can modify it to suit your own needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzframpton Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 It may help if I attach the image: You got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzframpton Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Styk - How dyou get your Vista Windows to look like that? Lee, it's the default Aero interface, but I set my border padding to 0 is the only customization I make. As long as you don't have Vista Basic, you can use the sleek Aero interface. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CADMASTER1128 Posted August 22, 2009 Author Share Posted August 22, 2009 You got it. Now that I have the styles what do I do with them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Mac Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Lee, it's the default Aero interface, but I set my border padding to 0 is the only customization I make. As long as you don't have Vista Basic, you can use the sleek Aero interface. I only have Vista Home Edition, so I don't think I have that option Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tzframpton Posted August 22, 2009 Share Posted August 22, 2009 Now that I have the styles what do I do with them? Modify them to fit your needs. Or use these styles to help you learn to create your own. Now you are getting into the advanced party of AutoCAD Architecture, learning how to really dive into the inner workings of an AutoCAD vertical product. There are plenty of tutorials to help you along, just search Google. Also, you can search for new Door and Window styles to use. Try here: http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=3050058&linkID=9240658 http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=3065688&linkID=9240658 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.