Other ways to display a 3D model

Obviously, creating a model in 3D has the benefit of automatically coordinating changes across the different viewpoints (plan, section, elevation, etc.), but why limit the graphical representation to just 2D drawings when you can benefit from the clear communication inherent to a 3D perspective, or axonometric (parallel) projection? This section will tell you how to create specific 3D views, helping you to maximize the use of your 3D model.

Showing specific parts of a project using the Marquee tool

When you are developing a 3D model of a building, it is often difficult to see what you are doing, especially when you are looking at fragments inside the building. Even when you move your view position to the interior, objects may be covered by other objects. You can switch off some layers to hide objects, but you may need to see everything to see how it all works out.

The Marquee tool is useful for picking out fragments of a floor plan window and...