What we’re about
C-ville RUG was founded in July 2011 by Bethany Pritchard, a Revit enthusiast and BIM consultant to several firms in Charlottesville at the time. Today she is the Director of Design Technology at VMDO Architects. The group has grown over the years and is managed by a board of directors where Bethany is joined by Sidney Griffin of the University of Virginia (formerly of VMDO), Matthew Kavanaugh of Stantec, William Abrahamson of Grimm + Parker, Robert Glover of Barton Malow and Sal DiPietro of Springpoint Structural.
We are a collaborative group, sharing tips and tricks as well as best practices, processes and workflows for working with Autodesk Revit and related software. Anyone who currently works with Revit or is interested in learning more about it is invited to join our group.
Experienced group members are happy to share their experiences to advise and guide prospective offices considering an upgrade to Revit. You’ll find out what it really takes to make the transition and if you’re ready to take the plunge!
C’ville RUG has consistently provided high quality education and networking opportunities for area AEC professionals from all disciplines. Attendance draws from across Central VA with regular partnerships with Richmond and DC/NOVA BIM groups.
C’ville RUG has hosted national BIM industry leaders and offered a platform for local practitioners to present topic specific expertise while always providing an open forum for peer-to-peer learning on technical solutions, practice management, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies (3D scanning, construction coordination, AR/VR, generative design, energy/carbon design strategies, etc.).
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Simple AI prompts and use cases for improving workflows and efficiency using AIGrimm and Parker Architects, Charlottesville, VA
HYBRID Event - Click here to join the meeting now virtually.
See time on the right to add the event and teams link to your calendar. If you want a reminder you'll need to set that in the calendar appointment settings (by default it's set to none).Simple AI prompts and use cases for improving workflows and efficiency using AI tools accessible to all of us
Moderators:
Sal DiPietro, Sidney Griffin, Karim Habbab, Bethany PritchardSession Description
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Learning Objectives
AIA Learning Credit CEUs pending approval. - Roundtable Workshop: 3D Strategies - System Families - Roof ConstructionGrimm and Parker Architects, Charlottesville, VA
Hybrid Event - Click here to join the meeting now virtually.
See time on the right to add the event and teams link to your calendar. If you want a reminder you'll need to set that in the calendar appointment settings (by default it's set to none).Roundtable Workshop: 3D Strategies - System Families - Roof Construction
Moderators:
Sidney Griffin & Sal DiPietro
Session Description
Learning Objectives
AIA Learning Credit CEUs pending approval.
- Roundtable Workshop: 2D Strategies- BIM Detailing and AnnotationGrimm and Parker Architects, Charlottesville, VA
Hybrid Event - Click here to join the meeting now virtually.
See time on the right to add the event and teams link to your calendar. If you want a reminder you'll need to set that in the calendar appointment settings (by default it's set to none).Join us for a special event celebrating our last meeting of 2025! We will have lunch at 12:00 and the presentation will start at 12:30. Our meetings are always hybrid, but this would be a great one to attend in-person if you are able - three reasons why:
- IMAGINiT will be providing sandwiches, sides and desserts.
Roundtable Workshop: 2D Strategies - BIM Detailing and Annotation - Symbols
Moderator:
Robert Glover
Session Description
In this session we will explore effective methods for managing text annotations and dimensions within Revit. Attendees will gain insights into text and dimension standards that enhance clarity and consistency, improve efficiency, and ensure alignment with project documentation requirements. The presentation will cover text type standards, proper formatting, and leader attachment, along with techniques for using dimension types effectively to communicate design intent clearly. We will review industry standards and provide practical tips for maintaining readability and accuracy across various documentation views.Learning Objectives
- Understand and Apply Text Standards in Revit: Attendees will learn how to create and apply text type naming standards and text formatting practices to maintain consistency and readability across project documentation.
- Optimize Dimensioning Practices: Attendees will gain knowledge on best practices for placing and formatting dimensions, including naming conventions, alignment options, and when to use different dimension types for clear and accurate communication.
- Improve Annotation Clarity Using Revit Tools: Attendees will become familiar with tools such as annotation scaling and view templates, enhancing clarity and consistency of annotations across various scales and views.
- Leverage Keyboard Shortcuts and Alt Codes for Efficiency: Attendees will discover how to use Alt codes and other keyboard shortcuts to enhance workflow efficiency when adding symbols, bullets, and special characters in Revit text.
AIA Learning Credit CEUs pending approval.
- Special Presentation – Creating Custom pyRevit tools using ChatGPTGrimm and Parker Architects, Charlottesville, VA
Hybrid Event - Click here to join the meeting now virtually.
See time on the right to add the event and teams link to your calendar. If you want a reminder you'll need to set that in the calendar appointment settings (by default it's set to none).Special Presentation – Creating Custom pyRevit tools using ChatGPT
Presenter:
Karim HabbabSession Description
Learning Objectives
AIA Learning Credit CEUs pending approval.
