3d to 2d when? and how to improve 2d archicad skills.

[Anonymous]

ok i am wondering what you consider the best approach? should wall sections be a 3d section or a 2d worksheet section?

then, am I correct to assume all details should be pretty much done in 2d?

i am wondering about layer management. do you use a special couple of layers for modifications that you make to the 'build' detail.? so that when you 'rebuild' details you have easier manipulation control of any modifications you have made.

i've done a couple of residential projects, and thus far, have done wall sections in 2d, details in 3d and it has worked out alright. But now i am trying to get my head around how to approach our offices first larger archicad project - a renovation and addition for a 12,000 square feet correctional facility. in terms of detailing and wall sections. any advice would be really great. thanks guys.

[Anonymous]

The best way of having clean 3D sections is using complex profiles and SEOs.

You should therefore be aware that this path will lead you to tears and frustration when you get to the point where you have to extract very detailed quantities from your model, or share it with other sw.