Create your initial layout drawing in your CAD system.

KEY POINTS:

*Layer Names: STICK_BEAM (Beams), STICK_BEAM_SEC (Joists), STICK_COL (Columns)

• Stick model must be fully connected (always use Snaps)
• Use LINE objects in CAD
• No need to show bracing or plates (added in MezzDESIGN)
• Save to 2010 DXF or 2013 DXF format (avoid 2018 DXF)
• The building outline can be placed on the OUTLINE layer.