How to Create Wall Foundations in Revit

Place a Wall Foundation to support a retaining or bearing structural wall.
  1. Click Structure tabFoundation panel Wall.
  2. Select either a Retaining Footing or a Bearing Footing type from the Type Selector.
  3. Select a wall to receive the wall foundation.

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