What is required to generate construction documents in Revit?

To generate construction documents in Revit, creating sheets is essential. Sheets serve as the framework for presenting various views and annotations, allowing architects and designers to compile all necessary information for construction plans and documents. Each sheet can contain floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules, all organized to effectively communicate the design intent to contractors and stakeholders.

The process involves placing views onto sheets, which helps organize the work for clarity and efficiency. Without sheets, even if detailed models are created or elements are exported, there would be no coherent way to present that information for construction processes.

Other aspects, such as detailed modeling or removing unnecessary elements, certainly contribute to a cleaner and more effective project, but the key step to formally generating construction documents is the creation of sheets where these elements are showcased clearly for distribution and printing.