View the Energy Analytical Model

To see a visualization of the energy analytical model, with its defined spaces and surfaces, open it in Autodesk Design Review. This representation of the analytical model can be helpful when the analysis returns unexpected results. Use it to troubleshoot issues with the model and the resulting analysis.

Before performing this procedure, do the following:

• If Design Review is not already installed on the local computer, install it. The software is available for free download from www.autodesk.com.
• Generate an energy analysis of a conceptual design or building elements.

To view the energy analytical model in Design Review

1. Click Analyze tabEnergy Analysis panel Results & Compare.
2. In the Results and Compare dialog, select the desired energy analysis.
3. Click OpenDesign Review.

Design Review opens and displays the 3D energy analytical model that was used for the analysis. It shows defined surfaces and spaces.

The building model in Revit	The energy analytical model in Design Review

In Design Review, you can do the following:

• Use the ViewCube and tools on the Canvas toolbar to manipulate the model to inspect it for irregularities.
  
• Use the Model palette to expand the list of surfaces or spaces, and click an object in the list to highlight it in the canvas. Then view its properties on the Object Properties palette.
• Click the Help button or press F1 for more information on how to use Design Review.

For information on how to troubleshoot and address specific issues with the model, see Energy Analysis using Building Elements - Model Validation or Energy Analysis using Conceptual Masses - Best Practices.