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+++How to create parametric compositions for Japanese traditional elements (roofs, tatami, etc.)?+++ Hello everyone, I’m currently exploring how to build parametric compositions in BricsCAD BIM for some traditional Japanese architectural elements, such as: Thatch roofs (茅葺き屋根) Tiled roofs (瓦屋根) Traditional copper sheet roofing (銅板葺き) Tatami mats ( 畳) I would like to ask for advice on the recommended workflow: Is it better to first create library blocks (for example, one block for a single roof tile or one block for a tatami mat) and then use them as parametric building units? Or should I try to model these elements directly in a fully parametric way without relying too much on blocks? My main goal is to have parametric flexibility (e.g., easily changing roof size, tile spacing, or tatami arrangement) while also keeping the models organized and reusable. Has anyone here tried similar workflows, or could share best practices for combining library blocks with parametric controls in BricsCAD? Thank you in advance!

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    +++How to create parametric compositions for Japanese traditional elements (roofs, tatami, etc.)?+++

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    Hello everyone,

    I’m currently exploring how to build parametric compositions in BricsCAD BIM for some traditional Japanese architectural elements, such as:

    • Thatch roofs (茅葺き屋根)
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    • Tiled roofs (瓦屋根)
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    • Traditional copper sheet roofing (銅板葺き)
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    • Tatami mats ( 畳)

    I would like to ask for advice on the recommended workflow:

    • Is it better to first create library blocks (for example, one block for a single roof tile or one block for a tatami mat) and then use them as parametric building units?
    • Or should I try to model these elements directly in a fully parametric way without relying too much on blocks?

    My main goal is to have parametric flexibility (e.g., easily changing roof size, tile spacing, or tatami arrangement) while also keeping the models organized and reusable.

    Has anyone here tried similar workflows, or could share best practices for combining library blocks with parametric controls in BricsCAD?

    Thank you in advance!

    September 16
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