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Import 3D

Direct import of external 3D models into Revit with automatic material preservation

Revit plugin that enables seamless import of GLTF, OBJ (Wavefront), and DAE (Collada) 3D models into native Revit families and projects. Automatically detects and organizes geometry by materials, preserving colors and transparency while maintaining high performance for complex models with thousands of faces.

Established
Founded 2011 · Used in 134+ countries; exact customer count not disclosed
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Architects and engineers work with 3D models from multiple sources (SketchUp, Rhino, external libraries, CAD tools), but Revit cannot directly import these common formats. Manual conversion is time-consuming, loses material properties, and requires rebuilding geometry in Revit, adding 2-4 hours per model to project workflows.

The Solution

Enables one-click import of GLTF, OBJ, and DAE 3D models directly into Revit while automatically preserving materials, colors, and transparency. Organizes imported geometry by matching materials, eliminating manual reassignment. Supports both Revit projects and families with adjustable units, scale, and positioning.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
Revit Plugin/Extension
Integrations
Autodesk Revit 2021-2026Revit ProjectsRevit Families
Disciplines
Architecture
Workflows
Design & BIM
Project Phases
Schematic Design, Design Development
Project Types
Commercial, Residential, Institutional, Mixed-Use
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:3D model file in supported format
Optional:Target Revit category, Import scale parameters, Position offset values
Formats:GLTF, OBJ (Wavefront), DAE (Collada)
Output
What you get
Format:Native Revit geometry with material assignments
Fields:Imported 3D geometry (solids and surfaces), Preserved material properties (color, transparency), Revit family or project placement, Material library entries for assigned colors
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Geometry processing engine (proprietary, not ML-based)
Accuracy:Lossless geometry import with 100% material property preservation for supported formats
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:Model files retained in user Revit project; imported files not stored on vendor servers
Training:Not publicly specified
Compliance:No specific compliance certifications publicly disclosed (vendor supports enterprise customers)
API
Integration
Endpoint:Contact vendor for API access
Method:Not publicly documented
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Import landscape and context 3D models from SketchUp or external libraries into Revit site models
  • ·Reuse furniture and component 3D assets across multiple Revit projects without rebuilding
  • ·Convert architectural study models (Rhino, SketchUp) to Revit families for presentation
  • ·Integrate third-party MEP component models into coordinated BIM models
  • ·Preserve material finishes and colors when importing design studies from external sources
  • ·Accelerate family development by importing pre-modeled geometry rather than rebuilding from scratch
PRICING

Pricing

Free
7-day trial (no credit card required)
Pro
Desktop License (single-user): $15.07/month, $103.18/year, or $278.25/3 years | Floating License (multi-user): $22.03/month, $149.56/year, or $403.46/3 years
Enterprise
Custom team licensing and volume discounts available through Archi sales
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-04-04
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