How to position multi-segmented columns

Description

You have created a multi-segment column. However, the segments are always centered on each other and cannot be constructed off-center. For example, the upper column segment should align flush on one side with the segment below it.

Solution

To offset the alignment of column segments in Archicad, follow these steps:

I. Create the new profiles and work with an offset from the profile origin

1. Go to: Options > Element Attributes > Profile Manager.
2. Create the desired profiles in the Profile Manager and align their hatch pattern at the appropriate, desired distance from the profile origin.

Profile 1

Profile 2

II. Set the profiles as a segments for the column

1. Select the column, open Column Selection Settings > Segment > Structure.
2. Add two segments to the structure and assign the newly created profiles to the respective column segments.
3. Adjust each segment’s length and surface to achieve the desired result.

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