Curved Glulam Structural Timber Beam

This Revit family provides a curved glulam timber beam for structural framing, ideal for complex roof geometries and large spans. Engineered for high-performance structural applications, this curved glulam beam features a deep, laminated timber profile with a distinct natural grain finish. The geometry is specifically designed to facilitate sweeping roof arches or vaulted ceiling structures, providing both load-bearing capacity and aesthetic warmth. Its smooth, continuous curve allows for integration into complex architectural frameworks where traditional straight beams are insufficient. The profile is clean and minimalist, focusing on the structural integrity of the timber laminations. This component is built to serve as a primary framing element in large-scale interior or exterior architectural canopy systems.

The download is a 440 KB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.

As a native Revit family, this component is best used within the structural framing category. Users can load the file into their project environment and host it on reference planes or grid lines to define the curvature. Once placed, the beam can be adjusted using standard instance parameters to match specific span requirements. Material assignments should be handled via the project's material browser to ensure consistency with other timber elements in the model, allowing for accurate visual representation in renders.