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Daniel John Stine
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Lake|Flato, Director of Design Technology. Architect (WI), Educator, Author, Blogger, International Speaker.
Curious about what's new in Autodesk Revit 2026?

My latest article on AECbytes takes a deep dive into the most exciting updates and features in Autodesk’s newest release.

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April 2, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Early morning Lake Flato lobby pics…
March 26, 2025 at 12:09 PM
FenstraPro in Forma Webinar Recording

Here is a recording of a presentation I participated in on the free FenestraPro add-in within Autodesk Forma.

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March 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Arriving at the office... Lake Flato in the morning. Downtown San Antonio.
March 5, 2025 at 1:45 PM
The little yellow building you can see from one of our second-floor conference rooms is the Lake|Flato wood shop:)
March 4, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Last year, @LakeFlato implemented Pirros, a novel detail library platform. It is a curated detail library like the others that might come to mind, but it has another side to it that opens up a whole new world of efficiency and inspiration.

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Pirros - A Novel Revit Detail Library Approach
Last year,  Lake|Flato implemented Pirros , a novel detail library platform . It is a curated detail library like the others that might com...
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February 17, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Autodesk is phasing out Autodesk Insight Energy Analysis and Green Building Studio bit.ly/3WXaGme

If you use Autodesk Insight for early energy modeling, you will want to read. In less than two months, you will not be able to run an analysis.

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Autodesk is phasing out Autodesk Insight Energy Analysis and Green Building Studio
If you use Autodesk Insight for early energy modeling, you will want to read this and be aware of the big changes that will happen soon. In...
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February 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
How to Transfer Keyboard Shortcuts to New Version of Revit bit.ly/3WDKUTQ

Using keyboard shortcuts is essential to efficiency. Learn how to transfer your custom keyboard shortcuts from one version of Revit to another.

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How to Transfer Keyboard Shortcuts to New Version of Revit
I think most advanced Revit users would agree that using keyboard shortcuts is essential to efficiency. Here is a quick post on how to trans...
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January 29, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Recap - 2025 AIA/ACSA Research + AIAS Forum bit.ly/3PJIIXe

Here is a recap of the Keynote (AIAS) and Presentation (AIA/ACSA) I gave two weeks ago, as well as a Lake Flato-led tour and sketching workshop I helped organize at the Austin Central Library (designed by the firm).
January 22, 2025 at 1:58 PM
I have had my Tesla for about a month now and really love it... I use Full Self Drive (FSD) about 90% of the time... which is crazy cool.

If you plan on buying a Tesla in 2025, here is my new (2025) referral code you can use to save a few dollars. ts.la/dan444761
January 1, 2025 at 8:17 PM
My Revit 2024 Blog posts & my Trip to Chaos HQ
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Did you know I have been writing blog posts for Enscape since 2016?

In today's post, I will highlight my 2024 posts on the Enscape blog and my Chaos offices visit!

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December 27, 2024 at 2:21 PM
BIM Chapters 2024 Recap and Top Ten Posts
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I've just published a year-end recap on BIM Chapters highlighting my top ten posts of 2024—everything from innovative Revit tips to event recaps!

2025 sneak peek: NVIDIA GTC prezo + workshop in Japan

Thanks for joining me on this journey!
BIM Chapters 2024 Recap and Top Ten Posts
This year has been an incredible journey—I had the privilege of presenting at several major industry events and am honored to have received ...
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December 24, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Exploration - Knowledge Architecture IntraNet inside Revit
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Lake Flato uses Knowledge Architecture "Synthesis 6" as our intranet platform. Using a bit of a hack, I wanted to test the idea of presenting it directly within Revit as a "start screen".

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Exploration - Knowledge Architecture IntraNet inside Revit
Lake Flato uses Knowledge Architecture Synthesis 6 as our intranet platform - we call this site FlakeNet (btw, our summer outing is calle...
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December 21, 2024 at 3:49 PM
Learn how to create plan views with accurate shadows in Revit that respect windows, ceilings, and roofs—perfect for daylight analysis and site features like canopies. Plus, master the Linework Tool for soffits and bulkheads. Watch Daniel John Stine's tips now! 🌟 #Revit #BIM

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Revit Shadows Accurate in Plan View (plus Linework tool bonus)
YouTube video by Daniel Stine
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December 17, 2024 at 1:27 PM
Enscape Impact -- Sensitivity Review
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Sharing some tests I performed to understand the sensitivity of this new tool.

The test project is a Lake|Flato "Porch House" design - a modular system based on a library of pre-designed living and sleeping rooms (see link in post).
December 11, 2024 at 2:31 PM
On Thursday, I will present in person at AIA Houston's Architecture Center Houston space on circularity and sustainable design!

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AIA Houston Presentation - Full day of Continuing Education by COTE - 12 December 2024
I will present in person next month at the AIA Houston's Architecture Center Houston space on circularity and sustainable design! See the ag...
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December 11, 2024 at 3:10 AM
Autodesk Revit Schedules - Tips and Tricks bit.ly/4cAhOdf

Check out this 40-minute YouTube video covering design options, embedded schedules, grouping, and more... Efficiency Now!

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Autodesk Revit Schedules - Tips and Tricks
I created a 40-minute video highlighting several tips and tricks for using Revit schedules. keep reading to learn more...
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December 7, 2024 at 12:13 AM
I made two YouTube videos showing how to represent this curtain wall condition. I also explain using Revit's Groups and Design Options to manage frame types (and why Design Options are better than using Phasing or Worksets for visibility control).

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December 6, 2024 at 11:45 PM