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GRAPHISOFT’s BIMx Docs Ranked Third out of Top 10 Apps for Architects

November 5, 2013

BUDAPEST, November 5, 2013 — GRAPHISOFT’sÂ BIMx Docs is a Top 10 App for Architects, chosen by the editors of ArchDaily, an online publication and resource for architecture news and product information. Developed by GRAPHISOFT, BIMx Docs is a professional BIM project viewer featuring “BIMx Hyper-models”, a unique technology for integrated 2D and 3D building project navigation. BIMx Hyper-models offer extremely smooth handling and outstanding performance even for projects with

Dear Architecture Firm: why isn’t your intern on your website?

November 4, 2013

I have a mental checklist that I measure against all architecture firms that I know. The checklist comes out at different times. When I look at their websites; when I read bios on LinkedIn; when I’m connecting with them on Twitter or Facebook; when I tour their offices; when I talk to a principal at a convention or an intern over a beer after a user group; when I read

The Architect’s Greatest Fear: The Usurper

October 30, 2013

What is the number one problem plaguing architects? What is their greatest fear? The Usurper.

Architects, Social Media, and Time Management

October 29, 2013

There’s something a bit meta about writing about social media for architects on a blog about being an architect. But after 3+ years of blogging, one learns a thing or two. Enjoy this quick article I wrote about Architects and Social Media. It won’t be the last time I discuss this issue. There’s just so much more to share.

Virtual Walkthrough in 3D with GRAPHISOFT BIMx and ZEISS cinemizer® OLED Glasses

October 29, 2013

Everyone who was at the Graphisoft North America BIM Conference in San Diego got a chance to try these VR glasses with BIMx. It was pretty cool.

Ten Years of ArchiCAD Talk Forum

October 24, 2013

I can’t believe that the ArchiCAD Talk Forum is ten years old. That’s amazing. As is the fact that many of the original experts are still active. Thank You!

Compatibility note: ArchiCAD on Windows 8.1 and OS X 10.9 Mavericks

October 23, 2013

Do you use ArchiCAD on Windows? How about ArchiCAD on Windows 8.1? Or are you a Mac user who just upgraded to OS X 10.9 Mavericks? Here’s what you need to know.

Nemetschek AG names GRAPHISOFT and Vectorworks CEOs to Executive Board

October 23, 2013

BUDAPEST, October 22, 2013 — Nemetschek AG has announced that Viktor Varkonyi, CEO of GRAPHISOFT SE, and Sean Flaherty, CEO of Nemetschek Vectorworks Inc., have been promoted to the Executive Board of Nemetschek AG. Both managers bring comprehensive knowledge of international markets, deep experience in the software industry and strong leadership to the new Executive Management Team. The Nemetschek Group is committed to securing a leading position in the AECO

ArchiCAD 17 is a finalist in the UK Construction Computing Awards

October 22, 2013

Do you enjoy voting? How about voting for Graphisoft, ArchiCAD, and BIMx? It’s time for the 2013 UK Construction Computing Awards.

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