Creating a 3D Model: Ceiling Plane

Overview

• Focus on creating a ceiling plane in a 3D model.
• Avoid detailed roof creation; instead, imply a ceiling or lid.

Steps to Create a Ceiling

Step 1: Start Outside the Group

• Click outside of the group to see the wall group.
• Ensure you are outside the group and can see all exterior walls.

Step 2: Use the Line Tool

• Trace the perimeter of the plan with the Line Tool.
• Aim to create a face over the top of the plan.
• This face acts as the lid or ceiling in interior views.

Step 3: Drawing the Face

• Begin tracing at any endpoint.
• Click and drag along each endpoint of the perimeter.
• Ensure to stay on the red and green axes.
• Complete the tracing by meeting the original endpoint.

Step 4: Create a Group

• Use the Select Tool to select the new face created.
• Double-click, right-click, and select "Make Group."
• On Mac, use Command + G as a shortcut.

Step 5: Add Volume

• Double-click into the group and use Push-Pull.
• Pull the lid up to 4 inches (type '4' and press Enter).
• Click away to set the lid in place.

Adding a Tag

Step 6: Create a Tag

• Open the Tags panel.
• Create a new tag (e.g., "01," "roof," "lid," or "ceiling").

Step 7: Assign the Tag

• Click on the lid group.
• Open the Entity Info panel.
• Change the lid to the new tag created.

Step 8: Control Visibility

• Use the Tag visibility (eyeball icon) to show or hide the lid.
• Keep it off while creating interior views and scenes.

Final Note

• The lid implies a ceiling for interior views.
• While roofs are sloped in reality, this approach serves the purpose for interior design emphasis.