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Can I modify the roof in a massing model to show gables? Thanks, lm

I am working on a concept plan and have a massing model. I would like to change the roof to show gables. When I indicate using the custom profile I am taking back to the basic geometry of the roof where I can change the shape of the room,m but I am unable to edit the roof criteria. Has there been a change to w2015 regarding editing the roof for a massing model? Thanks, lm

Jim, I will try again. Thanks lm

I have loaded VW2015 and am downloading library content as provided in the download section of VSS. I want to load the additional content for Database - Shoot Gardening Plant Database. However, there does not appear to be any download? How do I add this content to my current VW Database? I would lie to add this content to my user folder. Thanks/lm

I used a rectangle tool to create shape. Objects from shapes Converting it to a hardscape with solid fill?

Why would the hardscape texture bed only show the border texture when the main is also set to the same texture? Thanks lm

Thanks Jonathan. I am not sure what is at issue but been having problems with VW. I simply rebooted and problem resolved. Thanks Jim as we'll. Lm

Jim, I am in existing and Mesh solid. The same results occur in both GL and renderworks. I am checking settings. Thanks, lm

I am working with a site model and placing hardscape objects on the model. I would like to use the hardscape as textured beds. However, textures are not appearing. I have created pads with grade limits and created hardscpes as textured beds. Why are the textures not appearing? Thanks, lm

I am starting a new project and have requested a DWG file as well as a text file from the surveyor. I have importing the DWG file for property line and other pertinent data. When I imported the DWG file I did not get any lat or long values. I have also imported the text file for elevations. When I import the text file I find that the elevations are approximately 5.4 meters greater than the actual elevation values? What am i doing wrong? I chose under import survey data the ID, Northing.....option but I did see any choice regarding adjusting values? Thanks, lm

I am starting a new project and am using a massing model with site modifier option ticked. How do I specify the site modifier be used for existing site conditions on the site model? Currently the massing model seems to be a factor in he cut volume. I would like to use cut and fill calculations for my proposed project work and would like the massing model / modifier to be for existing only on the site model. Thanks, lm

I have just extruded a rectangle. Again, not visible when I try to render? Is this a setting/bug or corrupt file?

Jim, Correct. Nothing is visible in either open GL or Final Render works. Thanks lm

I have just finished modelling a table. I can view in wireframe and hidden line. When I try to render nothing is visible. Why. What do I need to do? Thanks lm

Thanks!

Is there a way of deleting all duplicate plant records in file maker/data base. I know that you can manually delete a record. I am looking for a way of deleting all duplicates? Thanks

Thanks Jonathan!

Mike, Thanks Mike. That was just too easy! I obviously was looking for something more complex. Best,

Can any one help me create a half hip or jerkin head roof. Not sure how to configure such a roof in vector works! Thanks,

Tamsin, Thank you vey much for the suggestion. I have used textured beds for rendering and agree it it works well. I do think that there would be many advantages if we had greater flexibility by setting hardscapes with actual dimensions including thickness on site models with the prescribed slope. I think that it would be advantageous for sections, details and streamline the workflow process. I am an advocate of producing drawing that reflect actual site conditions. I will continue as you suggested. Always helpful! Thanks, lm

Once again, I am working on another landscape design with a site model. I have placed structures on the site and have a number of hardscape elements. I am adjusting the grades and setting elevations. When I am designed hardscape especially adjacent to residential structures, I always specify a slope to facilitate drainage. It would be very advantageous to have a hardscape tool that has the ability to set a slope and accurately reflect proposed grades. Elevations could be better managed when implementing hardscape if the designer has the ability to set hardscape elevations at specific points. Thanks, lm

I am working on another landscape design with a site model. I have placed structures on the site and have a number of hardscape elements. I am adjusting the grades and setting elevations. When I am designed hardscape especially adjacent to residential structures, I always specify a slope to facilitate drainage. It would be very advantageous to have a hardscape tool that has the ability to set a slope and accurately reflect proposed grades. Elevations could be better managed when implementing hardscape if the designer has the ability to set hardscape elevations at specific points. Thanks, lm

I find the Roadway Tools in Site Planning very limited. I do a lot of residential site planning with driveways and adjacent areas that may have an array of functions. I am always forced to come up with some work around solution as a result. I find it difficult when working with the roadway tools due to the restrictive nature. It would be very useful to have some flexibility with varied widths, configuration and shapes. I do not use this tool as often as I would like because of the limitations. This tool could be very powerful and more useful if the designer had a greater ability to change parameters reflecting today's reality. Thanks, lm

Worked through the setting again. Reopened VW and all is well. Thanks you very much for all your help.

3D options are turned on. Thanks lm