Edil Aviso

08/01/2025

New Year, New Goals!

Excited to continue my learning journey in Revit and Virtual Assistance this 2025!
I've always believed that growth happens when we step outside our comfort zones and keep learning something new. This year, I’m ready to explore more, sharpen my skills, and stay open to new opportunities!

If you’re on a similar path or have any tips or resources to share, I’d love to connect and learn together! Let’s make 2025 a year of growth and possibilities.

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31/12/2024

As I look back on the past year, I’m proud of what I’ve shared, accomplished, and learned. From the highs to the lows, every moment has been a chapter in this journey.

Now, I’m stepping into this new year with hope, determination, and excitement for what’s to come. Here’s to new opportunities, fresh challenges, and making every moment count.

Let’s make this year unforgettable. Ready to embrace it all!

Cheers to 2025! 🥂

29/12/2024

A Milestone Worth Raising a Glass To

Tonight, I shared a drink with my son for the first time – a memory I will treasure forever. 🥃

What made it even more meaningful were the bottles on the table: Douglas Laing’s Old Particular and Mossburn Single Malt Scotch Whiskey, straight from Scotland. These weren’t just any bottles; they were brought back by him during his exchange student days in Europe – a thoughtful gesture as he nears graduation.

This moment isn’t just about the whiskey. It’s about the journey, the stories behind it, and the bond we share as father and son.

Here’s to his achievements, the man he’s becoming, and to more moments like this. Sláinte! 🍻

26/12/2024

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Christmas Hustle Mode: ON

The holiday season is in full swing, and life has been busier than ever! With all the preparations, gatherings, and the joyful chaos that comes with this time of year, I’ve decided to hit the pause button on my drafting journey—just for now.

I’m so grateful for all the support and encouragement I’ve received as I work on this passion, but for the moment, my focus is on making this Christmas season extra special.

I’ll be back at it soon, refreshed and ready to continue where I left off. Until then, wishing everyone a festive season filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

Happy holidays, everyone!

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from Our Family to Yours!

This season, we are reminded of the joy, love, and blessings that surround us. As we celebrate, we want to extend our warmest wishes to all our friends and loved ones.

May your Christmas be filled with peace, laughter, and cherished moments with those who matter most. Here’s to a season of giving, gratitude, and the magic of togetherness.

With love,
Edil, Aggie, Matthew & Martha

17/12/2024

ACMV As-Built Drawing Complete!

Today, I wrapped up an ACMV (Air Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation) as-built drawing for one of the shops in Suntec Tower 1, Singapore. It’s always satisfying to see a project come together, especially when it’s for a location as iconic as Suntec Tower.

Here’s what the task involved:
✅ Updating duct layouts, diffuser placements, and pipe routes based on actual site conditions.
✅ Ensuring the drawings align with the existing architectural and structural setup.
✅ Coordinating with MEP systems to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

As-built drawings are critical for ensuring proper system maintenance and future modifications, and I’m glad to have contributed to this essential documentation.

On to the next project!

16/12/2024

Weekly Recap: Progress and Learning!

This past week has been all about growth, learning, and building momentum on my Revit journey. Here's a quick look back at what I accomplished:

🎯 Finished the 2-Storey Japanese Modern House Project

Learned how to place roofs, use room separators, name rooms, create schedules, cut sections, and finalize drawings in the title block.
🎯 Started Relearning Revit MEP

Focused on the fundamentals: project workflow, MEP interface, importing architectural and structural drawings, and setting up levels and grids.
🎯 Dived into Revit MEP Families

Explored system families, loadable families, and customizations for MEP systems, enhancing my design efficiency and flexibility.
It’s been a productive week filled with challenges and achievements, and I’m excited to keep the momentum going! Next up: diving deeper into Revit MEP to refine my expertise and tackle more advanced systems.

Let’s keep learning and growing—one project at a time.

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14/12/2024

Exploring Revit MEP Families: Building Smarter Designs!

Today, I focused on Revit MEP families, and wow—what a game-changer for efficient and detailed design! Families are the backbone of Revit, allowing us to create and manage components like mechanical systems, electrical fixtures, and plumbing elements with precision.

Here’s what I’ve been exploring:
✅ Understanding the difference between system families, loadable families, and in-place families.
✅ Customizing MEP-specific families for better project efficiency.
✅ Using parametric controls to adapt components dynamically.
✅ Learning how to import, edit, and create families tailored to project needs.

Revit MEP families save so much time by offering flexibility and reusability while ensuring accuracy in every design detail. Mastering this aspect is an essential step in my Revit journey, and I can’t wait to dive deeper into creating fully functional MEP systems.

Any tips or resources for working with Revit MEP families? Share them below!

13/12/2024

Relearning Revit MEP: Back to My Roots!

Today, I started relearning Revit MEP with the help of Mohamed Gamal's tutorial on YouTube, and it feels great to dive back into something so closely tied to my work experience. Since I already have a foundation in Revit Architecture, I’m focusing on mastering the MEP side of things to align with my expertise.

What I’ve learned so far:
✅ Understanding the Revit MEP project workflow.
✅ Navigating the MEP interface efficiently.
✅ Importing architectural and structural drawings seamlessly.
✅ Setting up levels and grids for precise coordination.

This tutorial is packed with valuable insights, and while it’s a long one, I’m excited to continue and build on these skills. Revit MEP plays such a critical role in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and I’m eager to apply this knowledge to real-world projects.

Can’t wait to tackle the next sections and share more progress soon!

12/12/2024

Revit Architecture Journey: 2-Storey Japanese Modern House Completed!

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve successfully completed Niko G.’s Revit Architecture tutorial (Project 1) on designing a stunning 2-storey Japanese modern house! This journey has been an incredible learning experience from start to finish.

What I accomplished today:
✅ Adding roofs to complete the structure.
✅ Inserting room names and using room separators for better organization.
✅ Creating schedules to keep track of design elements.
✅ Cutting sections to reveal detailed insights into the design.
✅ Finalizing the project by inserting all drawings and details into the title block.

This project has truly elevated my skills and given me a deeper appreciation for Revit’s power in architecture. Big thanks to Niko G. for the amazing tutorial! If you’re exploring Revit, I highly recommend this for honing your design and drafting skills.

What’s next? Onto new challenges and projects to continue the journey!

11/12/2024

Revit Architecture Journey: 2-Storey Japanese Modern House!

Today, I started working on Niko G.’s Revit Architecture tutorial (Project 1) in youtube, where I’m designing a stunning 2-storey Japanese modern house! While I haven’t finished the project yet, I’m already learning so much and can’t wait to continue tomorrow.

What I’ve learned so far:
✅ Tracing the layout plan and translating it into Revit.
✅ Placing walls, doors, and windows.
✅ Creating floors and attaching stairs.
✅ Adding sleek storefront walls for a modern touch.

This tutorial has been super insightful and fun to follow—it’s amazing how Revit brings designs to life with precision and style. I’m excited to complete this project and see the final result!

If you’re into Revit or architecture, give this tutorial a try—it’s a great way to level up your skills. Stay tuned for updates tomorrow!

10/12/2024

Learning Revit with Niko G.’s Tutorial – A Bumpy but Rewarding Ride!

I started following one of Niko G.’s Revit Architecture tutorials on YouTube, and it was going great… until I reached Part 5. Unfortunately, there was no sound in that section, which made it hard to follow and complete the project.

Despite the hiccup, I’m proud to say I still learned a lot of valuable techniques along the way! From creating walls and floors to understanding finer details of Revit workflows, this experience was definitely worth it.

Now, it’s time to find a new tutorial with clear audio so I can continue my Revit journey without interruptions. If you have any recommendations for great Revit tutorials, drop them in the comments—I’d love to hear your suggestions!

10/12/2024

Good morning, world!

Another day, another opportunity to learn and grow. I'm excited to embrace new challenges and continue my lifelong journey of learning. Let's make today count!

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09/12/2024

Completed My 2-Storey House Project in Revit Training!

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve just finished an amazing Revit training course by Balkan Architect, where I tackled a 2-storey house project from start to finish! This training has been an incredible learning experience, and I’ve gained so much knowledge about the essential elements of Revit design.

📚 Here’s what I learned:
✅ Ground floor and upper floor walls (exterior and interior)
✅ Designing functional and aesthetic stairs
✅ Creating floors and balconies
✅ Adding railings, balcony walls, and roofs
✅ Inserting doors, windows, and curtain walls
✅ Placing curtain wall doors for a sleek modern look
✅ Adding Families to enhance design details

This hands-on project helped me strengthen my Revit skills and feel more confident in handling real-world architectural projects.

Big thanks to Balkan Architect for the detailed training! On to the next challenge as I continue this exciting Revit journey.

If you’re also learning Revit or want to share tips, let’s connect and inspire each other!

09/12/2024

Relearning Revit Architecture: Levels and Grids!

Today, I took another step in my Revit relearning journey by revisiting Levels and Grids—essential components for any architectural design!

What I Learned:
✅ Setting up Levels to define floor heights and building structure.
✅ Adding and adjusting Grids for proper alignment and organization.
✅ Understanding how these elements form the foundation for an accurate and efficient design workflow.

It feels great to get back to the basics and rebuild my skills in Revit Architecture. These small wins are the foundation of mastering this powerful tool again.

Next up: diving deeper into more complex components. If you're also exploring Revit or have tips to share, drop them in the comments! Let's grow together.

07/12/2024

This Week’s Revit Journey Recap!

It’s been an exciting week of relearning and rediscovering Revit Architecture! Here’s a quick look at what I’ve accomplished:

1️⃣ Basic Floor Plan Creation:
Followed Dianne Barinque’s () YouTube tutorial and drew walls, floors, windows, doors, furniture, and fixtures. While it’s not a complete design yet, it’s a solid start!

2️⃣ Levels and Grids:
Revisited the fundamentals of setting up Levels and Grids, which are crucial for aligning and organizing designs. Building that strong foundation for future projects!

Every step this week reminded me of why Revit is such a powerful tool for modern drafting. I’m excited to keep pushing forward, relearning, and leveling up my skills.

Thanks for following along on this journey—let’s keep growing together!

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07/12/2024

Relearning Revit Architecture: A Fresh Start!

I’ve started my journey to relearn Revit Architecture, and I couldn’t be more excited! Today, I followed Dianne Barinque’s YouTube tutorial and created a basic floor plan.

Here’s what I accomplished:
✅ Drew walls and a floor.
✅ Added windows and doors.
✅ Placed furniture and fixtures to bring the space to life.

While the plan isn’t fully complete yet (still missing a roof, grid lines, and other elements), it’s a fantastic start to getting familiar with Revit’s basic components again.

This small step reminded me of how powerful and intuitive Revit can be, and I can’t wait to dive deeper into mastering it. Huge thanks to Dianne for the awesome video guide—it made relearning so much easier!

If you’re also learning or relearning Revit, let’s share tips and resources! Together, we can level up our skills.

06/12/2024

As the design and construction world evolves, Revit is quickly becoming the preferred drafting tool over AutoCAD—and for good reason! Here’s why:

1️⃣ BIM Integration: Unlike AutoCAD, Revit is built for Building Information Modeling (BIM). It’s not just about drafting; it’s about creating intelligent, data-rich models that improve collaboration and decision-making.

2️⃣ 3D Design Capabilities: Revit allows you to design in 3D from the start, making it easier to visualize and detect potential issues before construction begins.

3️⃣ Collaboration: Revit’s cloud-based features enable multiple users to work on the same model simultaneously, which is a game-changer for teamwork and coordination across disciplines.

4️⃣ Efficiency: With tools like parametric components and automatic updates across drawings, Revit saves time and reduces errors compared to AutoCAD’s 2D drafting process.

5️⃣ Industry Demand: Many companies now prioritize Revit expertise, as it aligns with modern construction methods and project needs.

AutoCAD is still a fantastic tool, but Revit’s advanced capabilities make it a clear choice for the future of drafting and design. For drafters like me, it’s essential to adapt to this shift to stay competitive in the industry!

What do you think about Revit’s rise? Are you team Revit or team AutoCAD? Let me know in the comments!