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Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR plugin that empowers design workflows by turning building models into immersive 3D experiences.
Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR plugin. Compatible with Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Archicad, and Vectorworks, it is the easiest and fastest way to turn models into immersive 3D experiences. Used by 85 of the top 100 architecture firms, Enscape empowers workflows by integrating visualization and design processes into one.
Enscape is a real-time rendering and VR plugin. Compatible with Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Archicad, and Vectorworks, it is the easiest and fastest way to turn models into immersive 3D experiences....

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Simple software program used to quickly create floor plans for home and office layouts with precise measurements.
Simple software program used to quickly create floor plans for home and office layouts with precise measurements.
Simple software program used to quickly create floor plans for home and office layouts with precise measurements.

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A web-based 3D space planning system that allows companies to design homes and share project ideas.
A web-based 3D space planning system that allows companies to design homes and share project ideas.
A web-based 3D space planning system that allows companies to design homes and share project ideas.

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Home design software for Mac & Windows with a diverse floor plan & 3D editing tools to bridge the gap between ideas and visualization.
Live Home 3D is the interior and home design software for both Mac and Windows. Draw CAD-like 2D plans, then surf 3D environment to get the look and feel of the interior. Automatically add one of the supplied roof types with the Roof Assistant. Place and arrange furniture, appliances and other objects in both 2D and 3D modes. Shoot interior movies, make floor plan and interior pictures, and export to 360 Panoramas. And even create stereo 3D video, 360 video and stereo 3D 360 video.
Live Home 3D is the interior and home design software for both Mac and Windows. Draw CAD-like 2D plans, then surf 3D environment to get the look and feel of the interior. Automatically add one of the...

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An interior decoration 3D software accessible directly via browser without the hassle of installation or downloads.
Professional online 3d interior design software suitable for designers, architects, retailers, dealers and manufacturers. InnoPlanner come in many flavours, from basic designer accounts to white-label versions for ecommerce integration.
Professional online 3d interior design software suitable for designers, architects, retailers, dealers and manufacturers. InnoPlanner come in many flavours, from basic designer accounts to...

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Cloud-based construction management software used by architects, designers to collaborate with the site teams.
Cloud-based construction management software used by architects, designers to collaborate with the construction teams. VisiLean supports lean production planning and execution, with dedicated BIM integration and Mobile App support.
Cloud-based construction management software used by architects, designers to collaborate with the construction teams. VisiLean supports lean production planning and execution, with dedicated BIM...

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Scan a floor plan in 5 minutes with an easy-to-use mobile app and receive your floor plan.
Scan a floor plan in 5 minutes with an easy-to-use mobile app and receive your floor plan.
Scan a floor plan in 5 minutes with an easy-to-use mobile app and receive your floor plan.

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One simple model to design, estimate and manage home building construction. Virtual reality mode is available.
Cadsoft is an award winning developer of Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions for: Builders & Remodelers Architectural Designers LBM Dealers & Suppliers Developed for the residential & light commercial sectors, our programs are true BIM solutions that take you from concept to construction in one, seamless environment. Its easy to create a digital 3D model, and derive automatic elevations, sections, details, Bill of Materials and export out in other file formats
Cadsoft is an award winning developer of Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions for: Builders & Remodelers Architectural Designers LBM Dealers & Suppliers Developed for the...

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Professional-level A/E/C CAD program for architectural design, rendering, animation, and document creation.
Professional-level A/E/C CAD program for architectural design, rendering, animation, and document creation.
Professional-level A/E/C CAD program for architectural design, rendering, animation, and document creation.

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Synergy is business and project management software for architects, engineers and construction design people (AEC). #moretimefordesign
We make Synergy - business and project management software for architecture, engineering and construction design people (AEC). Our goal is to give AEC people #moretimefordesign. Synergy is like a wingman to your business - someone who's got your back in the business of designing the built environment. It's pure cloud software that works on any web-enabled device. All you need is an internet connection, web browser and your smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer.
We make Synergy - business and project management software for architecture, engineering and construction design people (AEC). Our goal is to give AEC people #moretimefordesign. Synergy is like a...

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Web and mobile-based solution that helps businesses capture on-site images, email inspection reports, manage documents, and more.
It is to make it the only software (other than CAD) that a small or medium sized architects
It is to make it the only software (other than CAD) that a small or medium sized architects

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Photorealistic 3D rendering & home designing tool that enables interior designers to custom edit layouts of floors, furniture and more.
Architecture tool designed to help interior designers and home decorators including beds, appliances, rugs, curtains, and other structural objects to create 2D or 3D floor plans. Using its snapshot feature, managers can add shadows and lighting effects to capture the realistic image of the interior. Planner 5D allows amateurs to adjust the sizes of furniture and walls and add colors to provide an accurate look of the building. It lets professionals save and share the designs with home owners.
Architecture tool designed to help interior designers and home decorators including beds, appliances, rugs, curtains, and other structural objects to create 2D or 3D floor plans. Using its snapshot...

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Edificius is the BIM software for improved architectural design: simple, innovative, convenient
Edificius is the simple and complete BIM technology, easy to use and learn. Address the various architectural design aspects, present your projects with great visual impact, and remain continuously up to date with the latest technologies and solution. Develop the project with a single software from concept to construction documentation. Take full control of time and cost of your project and take advantage of the powerful ACCA software integration features.
Edificius is the simple and complete BIM technology, easy to use and learn. Address the various architectural design aspects, present your projects with great visual impact, and remain continuously...

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Compliance solution designed to keep all codes in a unified platform to provide research and project based coordination.
Compliance solution designed to keep all codes in a unified platform to provide research and project based coordination.
Compliance solution designed to keep all codes in a unified platform to provide research and project based coordination.

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One stop shop for all of your design and specifications needs that makes processes more efficient.
One of the most Powerful Architecture and Interior Design Software For Specification Schedules. Fohlio is your one-stop shop for all of your design and specifications needs. It's a web app that helps streamline your day-to-day processes and helps to make them more efficient. It's the fastest way to create and share mood board, FF&E Schedules, Architecture Specifications and much more.
One of the most Powerful Architecture and Interior Design Software For Specification Schedules. Fohlio is your one-stop shop for all of your design and specifications needs. It's a web app that helps...

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Online 3D design software that helps create a full set of room design. No courses are required to start to work with the tool.
Online 3D design software that helps create a full set of room design. No courses are required to start to work with the tool. A professional designer will need 2 hours to learn the software. And a beginner will feel assured and comfortable after a day of work with the software. Build real 3D renderings and 2D floor plans in accurate measurements for free. Experience your room through VR-panorama, 3D renders, and virtual tours.
Online 3D design software that helps create a full set of room design. No courses are required to start to work with the tool. A professional designer will need 2 hours to learn the software. And a...

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Offers critical Drawing Cleanup features and advanced 2D to 3D routines that streamline the estimating process.
Offers critical Drawing Cleanup features and advanced 2D to 3D routines that streamline the estimating process.
Offers critical Drawing Cleanup features and advanced 2D to 3D routines that streamline the estimating process.

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Platform-as-a-Service for a range of Rails applications, from smaller-scale web applications, to production applications.
Engine Yard is your Platform as a Service service provider for your Ruby, PHP and Node.js application hosting. With Engine Yard, youre never alone and neither are your customers. Be as hands on or hands off with AWS as you want and know we have your back. Were an extension of your team, offering application, database support, architecture recommendations, AWS management, White-Glove Customer Support with 24/7 coverage.
Engine Yard is your Platform as a Service service provider for your Ruby, PHP and Node.js application hosting. With Engine Yard, youre never alone and neither are your customers. Be as hands on or...

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Urban planning, architecture, and design software with 3D visualization capabilities to help manage projects and plan implementations.
Urban planning, architecture, and design software with 3D visualization capabilities to help manage projects and plan implementations.
Urban planning, architecture, and design software with 3D visualization capabilities to help manage projects and plan implementations.

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Full-featured CAD software for architects, engineers and consultants to create precise drawings, projects, layouts and illustrations.
Comprehensive design software for architects, engineers and consultants. Create production drawings, edit imported designs, manage sheets, details, layouts and project resources, generate documentation, present the drawings and publish the project. Major features: extensive drawing and editing tools; annotation and documentation; DXF/DWG 2019 support; design tools such as walls, doors, windows & columns; layers and specialized sheets; layouts, viewports & titleblocks; project views; types.
Comprehensive design software for architects, engineers and consultants. Create production drawings, edit imported designs, manage sheets, details, layouts and project resources, generate...

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Specification management tool that automates creation of project manuals through linking, syncing and integrating.
Specification management tool that automates creation of project manuals through linking, syncing and integrating.
Specification management tool that automates creation of project manuals through linking, syncing and integrating.

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AEC BIM software. Quick and easy transformation of a 2D project into 3D model. Floor plan, 3D modeling, technical documents, rendering
Architectural BIM software. Certified IFC, DWG, RFA, SKP, OBJ import/export Best tools: 2D Drawing Architectural modeling Architectural Model Library Conceptual design Multistory, multi building Point cloud Interior Design – Tiling, Lighting, Cabinets MEP, HVAC design Layout - documentation tool, multi pages PDF Listing of the materials for budget Real-time visualization Section, Elevation, Wall views, Callout, Schedule, Tags, Quantity take-off Photorealistic visualization
Architectural BIM software. Certified IFC, DWG, RFA, SKP, OBJ import/export Best tools: 2D Drawing Architectural modeling Architectural Model Library Conceptual design Multistory, multi...

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Architect 3D Ultimate 2017 - The ultimate solution to help you design your dream project!
Architect 3D is a Home Design application that allows you to design, equip and decorate your home and garden in 3D. Design your creative project step by step and room by room, from the basement to the loft space. Draw up plans of your house, equip your interior and exterior areas and add your own personal touch to your living space. A virtual tour and extremely realistic 3D allow you to review the results. Architect 3D Ultimate 2017 brings you all the professional tools you need to design your h
Architect 3D is a Home Design application that allows you to design, equip and decorate your home and garden in 3D. Design your creative project step by step and room by room, from the basement to...

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Design solution for creating facility layouts used in healthcare, manufacturing, and warehousing.
Layout-iQ is a design software for creating more productive facility layouts. Layout-iQ is widely used in healthcare, manufacturing, and warehousing. In healthcare architects use the software to create more efficient hospital designs. In manufacturing, the software is used to design more efficient factories and warehouses. Layout-iQ is used by universities and colleges to teach students the principles of layout planning in curriculums for Industrial Engineering and Architecture.
Layout-iQ is a design software for creating more productive facility layouts. Layout-iQ is widely used in healthcare, manufacturing, and warehousing. In healthcare architects use the software to...

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Control construction process based on a 3D-model using software that offers estimation, planning, purchasing, and cost control.
Control construction process based on a 3D-model using software that offers estimation, planning, purchasing, and cost control.
Control construction process based on a 3D-model using software that offers estimation, planning, purchasing, and cost control.

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Powerful, easy to use 2D CAD Software package that is free to use. Create, save and print your work with our unlimited free version.
Draft It Version 4 is faster and more powerful than previous versions whilst retaining its acclaimed ease of use. It is a 2D CAD software for suitable for all users, in the office or at home. * Powerful drawing tools * Dynamic editing functions with visual handles and snaps * Support of various Metric and Imperial Units * Standard Metric, Imperial and Custom Sheet Sizes * Linear, Angular, Radial, Diameter and Arrow Dimension tools * Comprehensive Help system including tutorial exercises.
Draft It Version 4 is faster and more powerful than previous versions whilst retaining its acclaimed ease of use. It is a 2D CAD software for suitable for all users, in the office or at home. *...

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ElectricalDesign helps you design any building's electrical installation, make calculations & produce floorplans, schematics & reports.
TiSoft ElectricalDesign helps you design any building's electrical installation, make all the necessary calculations ensuring code compliance, and produce a variety of drawings, floorplans, schematics and reports. It will also provide a wealth of information that will assist you in making design decisions early on, avoid oversizing materials and equipment and visualize the installation prior to construction.
TiSoft ElectricalDesign helps you design any building's electrical installation, make all the necessary calculations ensuring code compliance, and produce a variety of drawings, floorplans,...

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The most advanced master guide specification system available.
BSD SpecLink is a master guide specification writing, management, and production system with built-in intelligence designed to help you dramatically speed up editing tasks and reduce specification production time while minimizing errors and omissions. Combined with the industry's most comprehensive and up-to-date master database, SpecLink enables you to accelerate your specification development with unsurpassed accuracy and integrity.
BSD SpecLink is a master guide specification writing, management, and production system with built-in intelligence designed to help you dramatically speed up editing tasks and reduce specification...

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Simple but powerful tool for Architects & Engineers to manage their Practice - Timesheets, Projects, Stages & Invoicing.
Cost Gem is Online Practice Management Software. Specifically tailored for Architects, Engineers, Planners, Designers & other Construction Consultants. Simple but powerful with features including Timesheets, Project Management, File Management, Employee Work Schedule, Sub-Consultant Invoice Approval, Leave Applications, Project Variations, Payroll Reporting, Revenue Forecasting, Numerous Project Reports, Time Invoicing, Percent Invoicing & more! Mobile, Tablet & Desktop Friendly.
Cost Gem is Online Practice Management Software. Specifically tailored for Architects, Engineers, Planners, Designers & other Construction Consultants. Simple but powerful with features including...

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Bizprac is a complete construction business management software system designed for Australian residential & commercial builders
Bizprac is an industry-leading construction management system designed exclusively for the Australian construction industry. Bizprac contains all of the functionality required to run a successful, and profitable, construction company from a single software system. Bizprac is a fully-integrated, constantly evolving business management system that includes estimating, job costing, accounting, invoicing, purchasing, single touch payroll, builder retention's and more.
Bizprac is an industry-leading construction management system designed exclusively for the Australian construction industry. Bizprac contains all of the functionality required to run a successful,...

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EAB offers the only platform that can weave multiple media types into one single asset, transforming traditional photos and videos
The EAB platform is the only platform that can layer multiple media types on top of each other. This transforms traditional content into immersive and interactive content, showing prospective students more. This new super content evokes powerful emotions, increasing conversions, moving people to the next stage of their journey in the recruitment, application, and enrollment processes.
The EAB platform is the only platform that can layer multiple media types on top of each other. This transforms traditional content into immersive and interactive content, showing prospective...

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A software system that helps electrical installation businesses create and document electrical plans, calculate materials and prices.
A software system that helps electrical installation businesses create and document electrical plans, calculate materials and prices.
A software system that helps electrical installation businesses create and document electrical plans, calculate materials and prices.

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A 3d floor and space planning app that helps to plan and preview any space changes a designer or an architect may make.
PlanningWiz is an online floor plan design service that allows anyone to create a professional looking floor plan online. PlanningWiz is intuitive and easy to use; no previous experience with floor planning is required in order to create a 3D professional-looking floor plan. Mouse clicks and drag feature are the base elements to draw, design and decorate a floor plan.
PlanningWiz is an online floor plan design service that allows anyone to create a professional looking floor plan online. PlanningWiz is intuitive and easy to use; no previous experience with floor...

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On-premise platform that helps businesses with inventory management, quotes/estimates, job tracking, NC simulation and more.
The world's most powerful nesting software for every fabrication machine. Solutions for cutting. pumching, and routine for laser, plasma, oxyfule, waterjet, press brake, router, punch, knife and tube.
The world's most powerful nesting software for every fabrication machine. Solutions for cutting. pumching, and routine for laser, plasma, oxyfule, waterjet, press brake, router, punch, knife and tube.

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Project management software that helps professional services firms with job costing, resource planning and billing.
Project management software that helps professional services firms with job costing, resource planning and billing.
Project management software that helps professional services firms with job costing, resource planning and billing.

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SiteSupervisor delivers value to every architect, consultant, contractor & subcontractor. Collaboration across Construction. Solved.
SiteSupervisor offers the benefits of the big players, but it's the ONLY solution built from the ground-up to be affordable to all. SiteSupervisor helps everyone in our industry work more effectively - architects, consultants, contractors, subcontractors and more. With powerful features created from hands-on experience, SiteSupervisor not only helps you deliver your current project better. It also grows your business network for future success. Collaboration across Construction. Solved.
SiteSupervisor offers the benefits of the big players, but it's the ONLY solution built from the ground-up to be affordable to all. SiteSupervisor helps everyone in our industry work more effectively...

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Residential construction estimating solution that helps businesses plan, estimate, and schedule renovation or restoration of buildings.
magicplan builds mobile and cloud software to capture interior spaces. The company's mobile-first software solutions assist in the planning, estimating, and scheduling of renovation, restoration, and remodeling jobs. Every week over 50,000 new projects are managed with magicplan around the globe. magicplan was founded in 2010 in Montreal, Canada. Since the initial release, the application has been downloaded over 20 million times.
magicplan builds mobile and cloud software to capture interior spaces. The company's mobile-first software solutions assist in the planning, estimating, and scheduling of renovation, restoration, and...

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World's first chat platform marketplace for the design & construction industry.
ArchChat is the world’s first chat platform cum marketplace for the design & construction industry. It increases project efficiency by letting you chat with your team, project owners, teams of architects, designers, engineers, contractors, and product sellers on a single platform. It converts any message to a trackable task or approval request, and sorts conversations and documents for each project space. Its marketplace lists products & services for easy collaboration with new suppliers.
ArchChat is the world’s first chat platform cum marketplace for the design & construction industry. It increases project efficiency by letting you chat with your team, project owners, teams of...

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ARRIS CAD (basic architectural drafting and design tools) plus five highly focused architectural plug-ins.
ARRIS CAD (basic architectural drafting and design tools) plus five highly focused architectural plug-ins.
ARRIS CAD (basic architectural drafting and design tools) plus five highly focused architectural plug-ins.

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A CAD drafting tool for educators, designers, architects, and engineers.
A CAD drafting tool for educators, designers, architects, and engineers.
A CAD drafting tool for educators, designers, architects, and engineers.

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Architectural CAD for 3D modeling and rendering. Supports QuickDraw 3D for walkthroughs in real time and plug-in renderers.
Architectural CAD for 3D modeling and rendering. Supports QuickDraw 3D for walkthroughs in real time and plug-in renderers.
Architectural CAD for 3D modeling and rendering. Supports QuickDraw 3D for walkthroughs in real time and plug-in renderers.

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Fully integrated, office and project management software specifically for architects and engineers.
Fully integrated, office and project management software specifically for architects and engineers.
Fully integrated, office and project management software specifically for architects and engineers.

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Document management tool that enables sending transmittals through CAD modules and markup drawings.
Document management tool that enables sending transmittals through CAD modules and markup drawings.
Document management tool that enables sending transmittals through CAD modules and markup drawings.

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A unique, cost-effective solution for bringing legacy paper drawings into a modern AutoCAD environment.
A unique, cost-effective solution for bringing legacy paper drawings into a modern AutoCAD environment.
A unique, cost-effective solution for bringing legacy paper drawings into a modern AutoCAD environment.

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Architectural design solution that helps create 2D & 3D designs, visualizations, blueprints, material lists, floor & roof plans & more
Architectural design solution that helps create 2D & 3D designs, visualizations, blueprints, material lists, floor & roof plans & more
Architectural design solution that helps create 2D & 3D designs, visualizations, blueprints, material lists, floor & roof plans & more

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Web-based project, time and document management. Targeted to Land surveying, Engineering and Architectural companies.
Web-based project, time and document management. Targeted to Land surveying, Engineering and Architectural companies.
Web-based project, time and document management. Targeted to Land surveying, Engineering and Architectural companies.

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Design Tools is available in network and stand-alone versions, and is highly customizable through its open scripting language.
Design Tools is available in network and stand-alone versions, and is highly customizable through its open scripting language.
Design Tools is available in network and stand-alone versions, and is highly customizable through its open scripting language.

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A powerful, easy to use, frame and finite-element analysis tool with design interface available.
VisualAnalysis is a powerful, easy to use, frame and FEA tool for structural engineers and related professionals. Designed to stay out of the way and let you get your job done quickly: model, load, analyze, design, report and succeed!
VisualAnalysis is a powerful, easy to use, frame and FEA tool for structural engineers and related professionals. Designed to stay out of the way and let you get your job done quickly: model, load,...

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  • Contract/License Management
Woodworking software that creates a complete cut list which includes individual lists for stiles/rails/panels sorted from large -small.
Woodworking software that creates a complete cut list which includes individual lists for stiles/rails/panels sorted from large -small. Produces invoices price methods include per square foot costing and per door costing with up charges, etc. Easy to use software that produces parts list for virtually any type of raised panel or solid unit.
Woodworking software that creates a complete cut list which includes individual lists for stiles/rails/panels sorted from large -small. Produces invoices price methods include per square foot...

Features

  • 3D Imaging
  • Presentation Tools
  • Document Management Software
  • Project Management Software
  • 2D Drawing
  • Contact Management Software
  • Contract/License Management
Building information modeling tool that provides construction documentation through from concept to construction.
Building information modeling tool that provides construction documentation through from concept to construction.
Building information modeling tool that provides construction documentation through from concept to construction.

Features

  • 3D Imaging
  • Presentation Tools
  • Document Management Software
  • Project Management Software
  • 2D Drawing
  • Contact Management Software
  • Contract/License Management

Architecture Software Buyers Guide

What is architecture software?

Architecture software is project management and computer-aided design (CAD) program that enables contractors, engineers, and architects to digitally create and refine high-quality architectural designs and manage their projects and job proposals. Architecture software is also known as construction design software and architectural drawing software.

The benefits of architecture software

Architecture software digitalizes the architect's workflows and helps them manage designs and construction plans in an organized manner. Key benefits of architecture software are:

  • Organized design repository: Long gone are the days when architects had to work on paper-based construction designs. An architecture program not only allows architects to create and edit their designs electronically, but also organize them. Designs can be easily searched using filters for date, project/client name, project type, designer name, etc.
  • Better visualization: Designs built using an architecture program offer better clarity into site models and floor plans than paper-based drawings or 2D models, which means clients can better visualize the entire design before construction begins.
  • Easy design revisions: Digital designs allow designers to easily change and revise their design an unlimited number of times without having to create a new design from scratch. Architects can also reuse designs from previous projects.

Typical features of architecture software

  • 2D drawing: Design and view objects in a two-dimensional space.
  • Drafting: Draft digital architectural designs for visualizing, communicating, and planning future construction.
  • Document management: Create and manage a central, searchable repository to collect, store, and share documents of all types.
  • Presentation tools: Share and present architectural design to clients.
  • 3D modeling: View a three-dimensional representation of any surface or object.

Considerations when purchasing an architecture program

  • Feature requirements: An architecture program not only offers basic design features such as 2D and 3D modeling, but can also include advanced tools such as 3D mapping or BIM capabilities. With advanced features, however, the cost rises. Be sure to evaluate your business requirements before purchasing software so you aren't paying for more than what you actually need.
  • Compatibility: Some architecture software runs only on certain operating systems (e.g. Windows or Mac). Make sure you have complete knowledge of your in-house IT infrastructure so you know which products will be compatible with your hardware. Vendors can even run the software on your system to make sure it's compatible. Asking for a free trial of the software is also a good way to make sure the system is right for your needs.
  • Integrating 3D printing technology: Paper-based illustrations and 2D or 3D models are not always the most effective way to present the minute details of a complicated project to clients. Thanks to 3D printing, architects are now able to print physical models of their designs. A 3D-printed model offers a faster way to create ready-to-present models as soon as the digital designs are approved and finalized by the client.
  • Replacing physical prototypes with virtual reality: From paper-based construction plans to displaying physical prototypes of a building, architects are always looking for more innovative ways to present their designs to their end clients. Virtual reality can replace the need for physical prototypes, as it offers a more interactive tour of the property to clients. Clients can better understand designs and get a feel of the final site while taking a virtual tour.