Black and White 3D Documents in ArchiCAD
Someone asked me a simple question. So I recorded about 13 minutes of answers: it's time to talk about Black and White (and red) 3D Documents in ArchiCAD.
ArchiCAD 17 Hotfix #5
ArchiCAD 17 Hotfix-5 package (build 5014) was released today.
GRAPHISOFT Releases EcoDesigner STAR
GRAPHISOFT®, the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) architectural software developer, has announced the launch of EcoDesigner STAR, the first software that places standard-compliant energy analysis in the heart of the architect's familiar BIM work environment. EcoDesigner STAR enables architects
GRAPHISOFT Reaches the Final of Prestigious European Business Awards, Named 100 Ruban d’Honneur Recipient
BUDAPEST, January 14, 2014 — GRAPHISOFT SE, the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) architectural software developer, has qualified for the third and final round of the 2013/2014 European Business Awards, in the Infosys Business of the Year category. GRAPHISOFT and other finalists
TEKLA EUROPEAN BIM FORUM 2014
Are you in or around Europe? Are you interested in BIM? Free February 13th and 14th, 2014? Check out the Tekla European BIM Forum 2014.
ArchiCAD Videos by ArchiLINK
Last week I shared 3 ArchiCAD videos. How about 9 more from one of my favorite ArchiCAD users?
Complex Profile Siding in ArchiCAD
Once I figured out this technique to create Complex Profile siding in ArchiCAD, my models became about 20% cooler.
Interior Elevation TOOL in ArchiCAD
My ArchiCAD videos tend to come in pairs. Here's the follow up to yesterday's video. In this video I focus more on the Interior Elevation Tool itself.
Interior Elevations in ArchiCAD
Do you need to create Interior Elevations in ArchiCAD? Of course you do. We all do. Are you creating them in the best possible way? Watch this video and find out. Got something to add? Share your tips in the
BIM Templates: When ‘If I have to’ becomes ‘I always do it’
If you use BIM and don't have a good BIM Template (whether for ArchiCAD, Revit, etc.). You Are Doing It Wrong.
ArchiCAD 17 Hotfix #4
ArchiCAD 17 Hotfix-4 package (build 5005) was released today. You can read about all the details and download the hotfix (if your ArchiCAD isn't set to automatically notify you) here. The list of fixes is long and varied; it's worth
Software Decline
There is so much misinformation out there, especially about usage numbers and software, especially software for architects. Right before I left Minnesota I had an old colleague/friend tell me that he was talking to an ArchiCAD user he met in
ArchiCAD 17 is BIM Product of the Year
BUDAPEST, November 27, 2013 — GRAPHISOFT, the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software developer for architects, is proud to announce that ArchiCAD 17 has won the prestigious BIM Product of the Year award at the eighth annual Construction Computing Magazine
Implementing Successful Building Information Modeling – A book by a fellow ArchiCAD master
ArchiCAD-Talk alumn and BIM expert Erika Epstein has written a book about the implementation of BIM. Here's the synopsis from Amazon: Building Information Modeling (BIM) is the process of generating and managing building data during a building's lifecycle. Today, more and
Architect Magazine, November 2013: BIM for Emerging Firms
I wrote an article for Architect Magazine on BIM for Emerging Firms. You should read an article in Architect Magazine on BIM for Emerging Firms.
SketchUp to ArchiCAD (a super quick video)
I'm always being asked how to get content from SketchUp to ArchiCAD. It couldn't be easier. Here's a video showing you how.
Nikken Sekkei and GRAPHISOFT Announce Strategic Partnership
BUDAPEST, November 21, 2013 — GRAPHISOFT, the global leader in Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions for architects, and Nikken Sekkei, one of the world's largest architectural design firms, announced today their strategic partnership agreement to establish a jointly-funded BIM Competence
When are you a machine gun and when are you a sniper rifle?
Video games have a lot to teach us about being an architect. You should play more video games to verify this theory.
Tekla Global BIM Awards 2013
Those are some Beautifully Intricate Models (see what I did there). Tekla is currently running their global Building Information Modeling competition, Tekla Global BIM Awards, showcasing 46 projects from around the world. The competition website offers a nice brief look at what
Pocket Door Display in ArchiCAD
A quick lesson on pocket doors in ArchiCAD. The video will also teach you a little about composites and niches.
Chic ArchiCAD Design Takes Top Honors at Build Sydney Live 2013
BUDAPEST, November 13, 2013 — GRAPHISOFT has announced that the team of ArchiCAD clients Rice Daubney of Australia and Obayashi of Japan have won the award for Best Use of BIM for Design, Drama, and Excitement at the recent Build
Building Materials in ArchiCAD 17 – Video Two
Here's my second video on Building Materials in ArchiCAD 17. I pick up right where we left off in the last video.
Nemetschek acquires leading MEP solution provider Data Design System
Data Design System (DDS) offers CAD software solutions for intelligent building planning Strengthening market position for Building Information Modeling (BIM) Expansion of solution portfolio in the building process Munich, November 12, 2013 — Nemetschek AG (ISIN 0006452907) announced today to acquire Data Design
Building Materials in ArchiCAD 17 – Video One
I asked on the Shoegnome Facebook page what my next ArchiCAD tutorial video should be about. There was some interest in Pen Sets, but the overwhelming majority of people wanted more on Building Materials in ArchiCAD 17. So here's the
GRAPHISOFT Launches Campaign to Become the National ‘Public’ Champion for Hungary in the European Business Awards
BUDAPEST, November 12, 2013 — GRAPHISOFT, the global leader in Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions for architects, will compete for the title of Hungary's ‘National Public Champion' in this year's European Business Awards, sponsored by RSM International, as the public