June 18, 2025

Importing, Scaling and Tracing a Floor Plan from PDF in Revit 2026

Shaun Bouwer | Application Engineer

In this vlog I’m showing you a super useful workflow in Revit 2026: How to import a PDF floor plan, scale it precisely using a known dimension, I am using a 900mm single door, and trace over it to create a proper Revit model.

This is ideal for those times when all you’ve got is a scanned floor plan or PDF from a client or consultant, and you need to start modelling in Revit from that reference.

With Revit 2026’s improved PDF import, scaling to precision with a reference is quick and reliable and it’s the perfect way to start modelling when all you’ve got is a floor plan image.

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About the Author

Shaun Bouwer | Application Engineer

As an Applications Engineer and AEC Technical Consultant at Micrographics, Shaun specializes in AECO-specific software applications with a focus on the Architectural field. With a 15-year background in Architectural Design, Shaun has studied Interior Design and Architecture and is a registered professional with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP). Shaun's primary software proficiencies include Revit, AutoCAD, Forma, Lumion, Autodesk Construction Cloud (BIM Management), and SANSCalc. Additionally, Shaun has a keen interest in rendering, utilizing various software such as V-ray, Twinmotion, 3DS Max, and Enscape to bring designs to life.