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Modeling Cabinets Using the Ribbon

The Graphite Modeling Tools ribbon, referred to in this tutorial simply as “the ribbon,” is a customizable toolbar that provides you with all the tools you need to edit Editable Poly surfaces.

The lessons in this tutorial show how to use the tools available on the ribbon to create a set of kitchen cabinets.

In this tutorial, you will learn how to:

- Create loops by connecting polygon edges.
- Extend polygons using various extrusion techniques.
- Create beveled and inset shapes.
- Use the Symmetry modifier to produce a mirrored duplication of an object.

Skill level: Intermediate

Time to complete: 2 hours

Preparation for This Tutorial

- If you have not already downloaded the tutorial files (MAX scenes and other assets), download them now and unzip them into a project folder called \Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2012 tutorials. See Where to Find Tutorial Files.
- On the Quick Access toolbar, click (Project Folder) and set your current project to Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2012 Tutorials.

#### Topics in this section

- Using Basic Polygon Editing to Create a Base Cabinet
- Using Basic Polygon Editing to Create an Upper Cabinet
- Using Extrusions and Bevel Profiling to Create Cabinet Doors
- Creating Cabinets of Various Sizes
- Using Symmetry To Create a Corner Cabinet