In this first point release for Revit 2026 we see some significant improvements to the methods used for analytical automation improving workflows between technicians and structural engineers. Load combinations are now automated and support many different worldwide standards.
Analytical Model Automation in Revit Prior to Revit 2023, the analytical model was generated automatically based on the physical model. While this saved time upfront, it often resulted in inaccurate analytical geometry. Users had to invest significant effort to manually correct these errors and get the model into a state suitable for structural analysis.
With the release of Revit 2023, the analytical model was independent from the physical model. This change shifted the responsibility to the user to create the analytical model, either manually or by using tools like Dynamo Player. However, while Dynamo scripts can assist with automation, they don’t offer a fully reliable or error-free solution. Of course, the users could build their own Dynamo scripts to automate certain areas of the model but, again, this requires knowledge of Dynamo and an investment in time.
In Revit 2026.1, the new analytical automation will look at several structural conditions such as planes, grids and levels to automate the creation of the model. Beams and members are automatically extended or trimmed, and elements are aligned in plan to user defined tolerances.
Additionally, the original Dynamo automation has been retained for situations where the standard ‘building rules’ may not be required.
Automatic Load Combinations
In a continued effort to support engineering design, Autodesk have now added fully automatic load combinations. Of course, to manually combine loads to design codes is very time consuming, the automation makes it more likely for engineering teams to define the analytical model, add loads and combinations in Revit. The full model can then be transferred for the actual calculations.
I would imagine that future versions of Revit may also allow for the actual analysis to be performed in the cloud reducing the requirement for Robot.
This year we see the continued expansion of the reinforcement and steel detailing tools alongside some significant platform features that will benefit all of us.
The overall vision of a truly connected environment where engineers and contractors can design, collaborate, detail, document and build are at the centre of the steel and concrete strategy. However, the Revit platform will have to undergo many structural improvements to support this vision, but, if anyone can, Autodesk can!
As in previous releases we will first look at the structural specific features and updates and then move into the platform changes and updates.
Revit 2026 Structures
Rebar
The main new feature of the structural functionality in Revit 2026 is the cranked rebar. Cranked rebar could be created in previous releases but typically you would need to sketch the crank manually which was quite time consuming. The main use case for cranking of rebar in the UK is column to column connections. This can be used for the same column section or where a section change occurs
The rebar crank is a dedicated system family that can have multiple types. For example, you can set differing Crank slopes and laps as new family types.
The crank geometry can either be constrained automatically or you can set precise dimensions to suit particular requirements. Rebar constraints can also be used to control the position of the cranked bars.
It is also worth noting that the shape code can now be applied ‘manually’ to each rebar family which allows for the straight bar to have an appropriate code (e.g. 26 in the UK).
Varying rebar has had a little update and we can now ensure that varying bars in a host are grouped and counted correctly (see the video for the bending schedule).
Revit 2026 Platform
Accelerated Graphics Tech Preview
To enhance the overall graphical performance, accelerated graphics can be enabled which assists with 2D and 3D navigation. Most Revit projects continue to increase in complexity and being able to increase performance when navigating the model is key. At the moment, you can expect a performance of 4-5x which is very impressive. The Accelerated Graphics preview can be enabled in the Options dialog, in the context menu or directly in canvas with the toggle as shown below.
Saved View Positions
A great new feature is the ability to save view positions that are placed on a sheet. The view position can then be applied to other views to enforce consistent looking drawings and end the need for the guide grid and guess work!
You can also control the actual view position based on view anchors. For example, you can use the 4 points of a crop region or use the view origin.
Additionally, if you later decide to reposition views, the view position can be edited, and all the associated views will move.
Also, two new built-in parameters will display the view positions as X and Y values. These values are read only if managed by a saved view. However, you can still line up views on sheets using these values without having to save a view position and apply it.
Revit Contextual Ribbon Tab
In a continued effort to bring all the tools onto the ribbon, many of the contextual tools, previously found on the options bar, are now found on the ribbon tab. This feels easier for new users as everything is now contained within the context ribbon so I am sure that Autodesk will continue to devolve the tools from the options bar.
Toposolid accuracy improvements
Toposolids replaced Toposurfaces in Revit 2024 and promised to bring more control and make it easier to adjust. However, the accuracy of Toposolids that were linked or created from imported data was quite inaccurate, primarily this was due to a limit on the number of points that could be imported. In this release, you can now adjust the maximum number of points by editing the Revt.ini file.
However, whilst testing the beta version of Revit 2026 there are still some discrepancies on the triangulation algorithms used and, hence, some differences on models in Civil 3D and Revit.
Below you can see the relevant lines for setting the Toposolid Native and Link options. The default is now 20,000.
Layer priorities
Revit system families that use layers such as walls and floors have now been updated with a dedicated Priority column which makes it easier to understand and see the layer hierarchy. The functionality is the same as previous versions.
Hope this was useful . I will do a full review and any updates once the shipping version of Revit 2026 is available!
In this latest post we take a look at some structural updates and new features with the release of Revit 2025.3. A quick summary of the structural updates are:
New Load Cases and Combinations.
IFC Export: Export rebars as a rebar set.
Duplicate Layers in a Compound Structure.
Add-Ins Manager.
As part of the progress toward integrated structural analysis in Revit, the Load Cases and Combinations workflow has been improved. A fully integrated view on the Load Cases, Load Natures, Load Combinations, and new configurations have been included in a single dialog. Each section can be minimised to enable efficient viewing of loads and combinations.
Regional design codes have also been introduced which will enable the automated generation of load combinations in the future. Of course, updating your Revit analytical model from Robot Structural Analysis Professional will also import the load combinations that can be currently generated automatically based on regional design codes.
IFC Export: Export rebars as a rebar set
Another significant update for those that work with IFCs is the ability to export reinforcement bars as rebar sets. This is now an option that you can set in the IFC exporter.
In previous IFC exports, bars were exported a singular elements which made it difficult to work with rebars in software such as Navisworks. Of course, as shown in the image below, the quantities of bars in the set are also exported.
Duplicate Layers in Compound Structures
A small, but useful improvement is made to all elements that use the Edit Assembly dialog such as walls and floors. When you have a similar layer to create, rather than creating this again and having to add the Function, Material, Thickness you can simply duplicate the layer.
Add-Ins Manager
The new add ins manager is a simple and effective way of reviewing and disabling add ins. Individual add ins can be enabled or disabled as well as the ability to disable all add ins. This can be a great way of checking if add ins are causing errors when loading.
Additionally, add ins can be grouped together. In the example below, Naviate Accelerate, Structure and Rebar have all been grouped under a top-level Manifest file named ‘Naviate from Symetri’.
The add ins are added or removed when the Revit application is closed and restarted.
With the recent release of Naviate Structure 2025 we take a detailed look at a couple of new tools that enable huge productivity gains while working with concrete structures. Of course, Naviate Structure and Naviate Rebar provide many industry-leading tools for reinforced concrete detailing and scheduling, but, in this post, we will look at some tools to help prepare the basic drawings and schedules.
Let’s start with some enhanced content on the Naviate Cloud Browser. You will now have access to over 20 preconfigured pile caps that are optimised for our pile scheduling workflows. These have been created for Revit 2023, 2024 and 2025.
The piles and pile caps can also be joined, un-joined and switched which enables the piles to ‘cut’ into the soffit of the cap to produce the current embedment. This will also ensure that your drawings show the relevant hidden details in elevation and sectional views.
The Naviate Manage Concrete Joins tool is incredibly useful for automating the joining of multiple elements such as walls to floors. In the example below, the floors and walls will all need joining to ensure an accurate materials schedule and also to make the drawings look more presentable.
The concrete joins can be enabled simultaneously by adding multiple rows in the dialog. Each set of conditions such as Join, Unjoin or switch join order can be set independently and also isolated to understand exactly how the joins will affect the model.
In the example below, the selections have been made using the Naviate Live Selection dialog, however manual selections can also be made to control which elements are joined. As with most Naviate commands, the tools can be chained together to enable fast and efficient workflows.
Another time-consuming task is the dimensioning of elements that are off grid. The Naviate Auto Dimension tool allows many different categories to be selected including single insertion elements such as isolated foundations through to linear elements such as beams and walls.
In a similar fashion to the Manage Concrete Joins, a preselection is made. You can then set the dimensions from the insertion point of the families or the edges depending on preferences. Offsets can be provided both in the x and y axis.
To investigate the above workflows and more features, feel free to download a trial of Naviate Structure and Naviate Rebar from the following location.
Autodesk Revit Structure 