Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — March 26th, 2019
We have another ARCHICAD user group scheduled in Seattle.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — December 4th, 2018
After a near two-year hiatus of meeting in other locations, we're going to once again descend on DeForest Architects in Ballard.
Shoegnome Open Template for ARCHICAD 22
The sixth iteration of the Shoegnome Open Template for ARCHICAD is now available. Learn about the latest changes to my template and then download it.
September, October, and November ARCHICAD Events (Seattle and Beyond)
Join ARCHICAD users in Seattle, Lisbon, and Cabo for some great upcoming events.
Adding 2D to Sections and Details in ARCHICAD
Sections and Details in ARCHICAD require a combination of 2D and 3D information. This blog post talks how to handle the 2D.
ARCHICAD Roof Construction Techniques
In this video I discuss how to I prefer to model roof assemblies in ARCHICAD.
Shoegnome Work Environment for ARCHICAD 22
No surprises, just an already great Work Environment updated to ARCHICAD 22.
Model Speed, Complex Profiles, adding Fills, and a Quick Video
Complex Profiles need to be built correctly or they can cause a lot of problems in an ARCHICAD model. Here's one simple technique to remember.
Mitering Roofs in ARCHICAD
This two minute video will show you how to miter roofs in ARCHICAD. This is one of my favorite, little known techniques.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — June 19th, 2018
By June 19th I should have a permit for my own remodel, so let's get together and talk ARCHICAD. And then get a drink.
Shoegnome is ready to Grow
Shoegnome Architects is looking for freelancers and maybe full time employees.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — March 8th, 2018
By March 7th I'll have submitted my own remodel for permit, so let's get together and talk ARCHICAD. And then get a drink.
Shoegnome Open Template 21.21 for ARCHICAD 21
A super minor update to my template.
Shoegnome Open Template 21.2 for ARCHICAD 21
I've corrected errors, added more Favorites, updated how I manage Building Materials and Surfaces, and more.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — November 30th, 2017
Before winter really sets in, let's get together and talk about CineRender and ARCHICAD 21.
Shoegnome Open Template for ARCHICAD 21
The fifth iteration of the Shoegnome Open Template for ARCHICAD is now available. Learn about the latest changes to my template and then download it.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — September 21st, 2017
We're heading back to Hoffman Construction's office in downtown Seattle for our September 2017 ARCHICAD user group.
Shoegnome Work Environment for ARCHICAD 21
Before we can start properly using a new version of ARCHICAD, we must first set up our Work Environment. Download my Work Environment for ARCHICAD 21.
ARCHICAD Site Models: Images on Meshes
Aligning 3D textures in ARCHICAD allows us to create stunning site models with little effort.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — June 22nd, 2017
We're kicking off the Summer with a Seattle ARCHICAD User Group at Weinstein A+U. The focus of this meeting will be an official introduction to ARCHICAD 21. Join us!
The importance of walking through your building before it is built
Architecture firms, regardless of their size, must offer VR and 3D walk-throughs. It is now a basic service, not an add-on to our offerings.
Seattle ARCHICAD User Group — April 27th, 2017
Our Spring Seattle ARCHICAD User Group meeting will be in downtown Seattle at Hoffman Construction. Join us for another great night of ARCHICAD discussions.
Quantum Superposition: Schrödinger’s Architect
You are probably familiar with Schrödinger's Cat. But what about Schrödinger's Architect? Both are absurd creatures suffering from an uncertain fate.
ARCHICAD Elevations: turning on and off color
With the latest update to ARCHICAD 20, we can now turn color and shadows on/off with Graphic Overrides in any ARCHICAD elevation.
A Tale of Exploding PDFs
Guest blogger Ferenc Traser returns to talk about exploding PDFs in ARCHICAD. When Ferenc isn't guest blogging, he can be found working as a Product Designer at GRAPHISOFT.