(NOTE: shortly after its release ArchiCAD 16 Hotfix-3 was suspended do to some unforeseen issues causing lots of instability. Turning off guidelines will help, but Graphisoft recommends you not upgrade until further notice. That means it’s probably wisest to wait to explore EcoDesigner STAR until a new Hotfix is released. Which is annoying).

ArchiCAD 16 Hotfix-3 package (build 3482) was released just a few moments ago. You can read about all the details and download the hotfix (if your ArchiCAD isn’t set to automatically notify you) here. It looks like there’s a bunch of IFC export/import improvements as well as a bunch of other fixes (fixing this issue might be my favorite: 144944 EDIT: Splitted Morph had incorrect display on Section/Elevation). But most importantly you need this hotfix to install the Beta version of EcoDesigner Star. Remember to update everyone using Teamwork 2 (including the BIM Server) at the same time.

Also for those of you still using ArchiCAD 15… ArchiCAD 15 Hotfix-5 package (build 4056) is now available. You can read about all the details and download the hotfix (if your ArchiCAD isn’t set to automatically notify you) here. It has similar IFC improvements in addition to the usual fixes. Remember to update everyone using Teamwork 2 (including the BIM Server) at the same time. This Hotfix won’t allow you to test out EcoDesigner Star, but you can download a demo of ArchiCAD 16 and use that. Or just get your act together and upgrade.

For more details about the installation/update process, check the links I referenced above.

Did I already mention that you need Hotfix #3 to install and use the Beta version of EcoDesigner STAR?