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IdeateApps

Suite of Revit plugins for efficient model data management and workflow automation

Collection of 10+ specialized Revit plugins designed to reduce time spent on repetitive model verification and data manipulation tasks. Includes tools for renumbering, sheet/view management, spell checking, alignment, cloning, smart deletion, quick selection, X-ray analysis, and more. Supports Revit Architecture, MEP, and Structure with 1-year subscription licensing.

Acquired by GRAITEC Group (2024) raisedEstablished
Founded 2009 · Not publicly specified (user base includes architecture and engineering firms globally)
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Architects and engineers spend significant time manually managing Revit model data—verifying element properties, renumbering components, managing sheets and views, correcting spelling, and performing quality control checks. These repetitive, error-prone tasks delay project delivery and distract teams from higher-value design work.

The Solution

IdeateApps provides specialized Revit plugins that automate common model management workflows. Ideate Align synchronizes view placement across sheets, Ideate Renumber applies custom numbering rules, Ideate SheetManager handles sheet/view organization, Ideate SmartDelete prevents accidental deletions, and others address specific verification tasks. Reduces manual checking time and improves model consistency and accuracy.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
Desktop PluginSaaS (Subscription)
Integrations
Autodesk RevitIdeate Automation (scripting)Excel (data import/export)
Disciplines
Architecture, Mep Engineering, Construction
Workflows
Design & BIM
Project Phases
Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction Administration
Project Types
Commercial, Residential, Mixed-Use, Industrial, Healthcare, Infrastructure
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:Revit project file
Optional:Custom numbering rules, Visibility/workset settings, User-defined criteria
Formats:RVT (Revit files)
Output
What you get
Format:Modified Revit models with automated changes applied
Fields:Renumbered elements, Synchronized sheet/view placements, Organized sheet indexes, Corrected element properties, Spell-check corrections, Updated element visibility and properties, Quality control reports
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Rule-based automation with Revit API integration
Accuracy:Deterministic (based on user-configured rules); prevents errors by applying consistent logic
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:Not publicly specified
Training:Not publicly specified
Compliance:Not publicly specified (inferred SOC 2 compliance for enterprise use)
API
Integration
Endpoint:No public API; integrates with Revit API internally
Method:Revit plugin architecture (add-in)
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Automated renumbering of doors, windows, and other building elements per project standards
  • ·Sheet and view management for large, complex projects
  • ·Model consistency checks to identify missing or incorrect properties
  • ·Elimination of manual alignment work in drawing sets (Ideate Align)
  • ·Batch duplication of sheets with property mapping (Ideate Clone)
  • ·Quality control workflows (spell checking, visibility analysis, deletion prevention)
  • ·Support for Architecture, MEP, and Structure workflows
PRICING

Pricing

Free
30-day free trial (full feature access, no credit card required)
Pro
Standalone license: $495/year | Network license (1 seat): $795/year | Volume plans: $1,000/year (5 seats) or $3,000/year (25 seats)
Enterprise
Volume discounts available for 5+ licenses; custom licensing negotiable
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-04-04
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