Archicad Tutorial #95: Importing and Cleaning up Objects in Archicad
Cleaning up imported Objects in Archicad is fairly easy. Just follow these steps.
Image Based Objects in Archicad
Trees in your Archicad model can really enhance the sense of place, if those tree objects don't look like garbage.
Shoegnome Open Template v24.2 for Archicad 24
The Shoegnome Open Template v24.2 for Archicad 24 has more Favorites, three new Objects, and a lot of other improvements.
Shoegnome Open Template v24.1 for Archicad 24
There are a lot of great improvements to the Shoegnome Open Template v24.1 for Archicad 24
Shoegnome Open Template v23.2 plus coffee tumblers
I have an update to my template AND beautiful 8 oz tumblers for you.
Parametric Ceiling Object Tool for ARCHICAD
Kristian Bursell just launched the first ARCHICAD related Kickstarter Campaign. It's for an amazingly flexible Ceiling Object. Learn how you can help.
Building Better BIM Libraries
Jon Buerg talks about his experiences building BIM Libraries for both Revit and ARCHICAD. To him, it's the key to any successful project.
Colloquial BIM
When talking about BIM, we often use language that confuses rather than clarifies. Do you know when you are speaking Proprietary or Colloquial BIM?
Shoegnome Open Template 18.4 and ArchiCAD 18 Libraries
I've updated my Template again. Read the post to find out all the details, then download it and some ArchiCAD 18 Libraries .
Shoegnome Open Template 18.3 and Layer Improvements
I've made some additional improvements to my ArchiCAD template. I think you'll like them, even if you just take the ideas and implement them elsewhere.
What does your BIM content say about you?
Luke Johnston, the former Marketing and Development Manager for the Britex Group (Australia) has some great advice for BIM content creators.
Parameter Transfer in ArchiCAD
Parameter Transfer in ArchiCAD (eyedropper and syringe) is an ultra basic concept. I really hope you already know everything I discuss in this video.
Custom Empty Openings in ArchiCAD
Creating custom empty openings in ArchiCAD is fairly easy. And it's a great introduction into object making.
BIM Content With Too Much Detail — It’s All Your Fault
Are you frustrated with all the over detailed BIM content out there? Or all the under detailed content? It's all your fault. Luke explains why.
Modlar is looking for BIM users in San Francisco, CA
Modlar is looking for new and innovative ways to provide BIM information to their subscribers. Would you be willing to come into their office in San Francisco, CA and provide feedback on how you utilize BIM on Wednesday February 19th,
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.
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.
Guest Blogger Kristian Bursell: Nasty ArchiCAD Models
Guest Blogger Kristian Bursell shares his thoughts on free ArchiCAD content from manufacturers.
Guest Blogger Martijn de Riet: Let me tell you about Revit Families
Jared's Note: As should surprise no one, Kristian's post comparing ArchiCAD GDL vs Revit Families caused quite a stir on both sides of the ArchiCAD vs Revit divide. I am both thrilled and honored that Martijn de Riet has written
Guest Blogger Djordje Grujic: Untangling the Arcane Secrets of GDL
"The sea is dangerous and its storms terrible, but these obstacles have never been sufficient reason to remain ashore
Guest Blogger Willard Williams: Review of the Better Detail Marker by Master Script
The Better Detail Marker for ArchiCAD by Master Script is an awesome little tool to add to your box. Â The Object basically allows you to adjust how the tail will look while removing the arrow at the markers' head. Â The
Guest Blogger Endre Ilauszky: The Random City Object for ArchiCAD site models
After the successful Ceiling Editor and Floating Dimension objects the next BIM component has arrived in the "Wish upon an Object from BIMcomponents.com”. The Random City component is a very useful tool when you want to place schematic buildings or
Creating 2D Symbols for ArchiCAD Objects
The most important ArchiCAD (Objects) video you'll watch in 2013 Back in February 2013 I made a tutorial video on making ArchiCAD Objects. If you haven't watched it, you should. It covers the basics of object making that I completely gloss
BIMcomponents.com Channels BIM Objects from BIMobject® – More ArchiCAD 17 News
BUDAPEST, May 8, 2013 -- GRAPHISOFT, the developer of ArchiCAD, the Number One choice of architects for BIM solutions, will now channel BIM objects from the BIMobject® cloud and integrate them into the organic search results on BIMcomponents.com. BIMcomponents.com, GRAPHISOFT's portal
Guest Blogger Kata Danis: Reinforcement plans in ArchiCAD
ArchiCAD is considered to be a modeling program for architects only. We at Eptar Ltd. however do not think that is the case. We believe that ArchiCAD can be made capable of handling not only architects' but other designers' preferences