[Practice Archicad for Beginners] Lesson 08 – Model Door

In the next lesson of this series, after modeling the structure and walls, we will add Doors to the building.

1. Open the Door Tool Settings

Similar to the previous tools, double-click the Door icon in the Toolbox to open the Door Settings dialog.

door 01

2. Door Settings

  • On the left panel, you will see a list of door types available in the Archicad library.

In the Hinged Door folder, choose the simplest option: Door.

  • On the right panel, set up the door parameters as follows:

    • Width: 900

    • Height: 2100

    • Sill to Story (Door Level): 0

    • Reveal to Wall Face: keep the default setting

  • In the Hinged Door Settings section, select Door Leaf Type and choose the door leaf style you prefer.

Click OK to confirm the settings.

Door 02
3. Placing Doors
  • Click on the Wall where you want to place the door.

After placing the door in the wall, choose the opening direction.
Move the mouse to preview the door swing, then click to confirm the desired direction.

door 03
Next, copy the door to other locations by pressing Ctrl + Shift + D.
door 05
Try adding different door types to explore more options.
door 06
Press F5 to check the door model in the 3D view.
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Model after adding doors
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