About this asset

This timber open-web joist is a Revit structural family designed for floor or roof framing systems in residential construction. The component features a lightweight, open-web configuration composed of horizontal top and bottom chords connected by diagonal timber webbing. This design mimics traditional floor truss geometry, providing a high strength-to-weight ratio while allowing for the convenient routing of MEP services between the chords. The assembly is constructed from standard timber members, exhibiting a consistent natural wood finish. Its proportions are specifically set to a length of five feet, making it suitable for modular framing applications or as a representative section within a larger structural model assembly.

The download is a 225 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 structural framing family, this component should be loaded directly into the project environment or structural template. Users can snap the joist to grid lines or reference planes for precise alignment. Because it is a native Revit family, it can be scheduled for material takeoff and quantity estimation. Ensure that the structural usage category is correctly assigned within the family parameters to maintain consistency with other framing elements in your structural analytical model.

This joist is ideal for residential floor or roof framing projects, particularly where long spans or service integration are required. It serves as a practical asset for architects and structural engineers developing detailed BIM models for light-frame construction. Professionals searching for timber framing, floor joist systems, or open-web truss components will find this family useful for creating accurate construction documentation and structural layouts in both new-build housing and renovation projects involving exposed or concealed floor structures.