Graph objects

[Jim Allen]

Has anyone ever scripted any graphing or chart objects that can be used for (say) space type analysis with Schedules?

I am working on secondary school extension and key to the process is analysing use of space to identify waste or surplus.

The principle is that new building costs a lot more than (simple) internal reorganisation so by identifying underused areas and optimising the layout, the amount of new space that end users want can be minimised.

Key to this is analysing percentage use of floor space by room type.

What I have in mind is a 'hollow pie chart' like this:

Showing percentage of total area that specific space types comprise.

I currently have a number of formatted schedules showing the difference between existing and new:

 

A chart would be a much better way of displaying the information though.

It can be done with properties or zone classifications or some other means, but it needs to work with renovation status and I think would probably be a really useful thing for many of us to have.

If no-one has anything like this already (I can't be the first person to think of it) any pointers in terms of making one would be great.

My GDL skills could do with a bit more development!

Operating system used: Mac Intel-based Monterey

[Jim Allen]

Any chance you could elaborate on that please? 

I haven't used accessories much at all.