ArchiCAD solutions

ArchiCAD® is Graphisoft's purpose-built virtual modeling solution that allows architects to assemble all necessary information of their building design into a three dimensional Virtual BuildingTM model. With over 100,000 users worldwide, and over a million realized projects, ArchiCAD is a tried, tested and proven solution for architects who design and build "Great Buildings".

While workflow is centred on ArchiCAD, other applications may also contribute to the creation as well as the analysis of the Virtual Building data. Because of ArchiCAD's open architecture and support of IFC standards, ArchiCAD can be easily connected with, and used in conjunction with, a variety of other applications. As a result, with ArchiCAD-based architectural solutions, every part of the architectural workflow can be sufficiently covered with the widest usage of the Virtual Building's data.

Cinema 4D 10 - Maxon’s high-end free-form modeler application with full animation and rendering capabilities. CINEMA 4D's intuitive interface and logical workflow make it possible to dive in and be productive quickly.
Structural - Now with the bi-directional I/O capabilities via IFC or native file format, the architect and the structural engineer can use the same Virtual Building model. A structure designed in this same model can be used for stress analysis as well reflecting automatically the changes effectuated by either parties.
Google SketchUp - this add-on to ArchiCAD allows architects and principals to focus on creativity at the earliest concept phase of any new project, knowing that their designs can be automatically imported into the Virtual Building environment.
MaxonForm - Starting with ArchiCAD 12, Graphisoft will cease the development and distribution of MaxonForm. Technical support for existing MaxonForm licenses will continue to be available for a period of one (ending on March 27, 2009). The ArchiCAD 11 version of MaxonForm will be available until August 1, 2008. To ensure that creating free-form shapes continues to be possible for our users, we are releasing a free CINEMA 4D add-on that allows seamless data exchange between ArchiCAD 11 and C4D R10–10.5.
Energy analysis - Now the tools exist for architects to face a commercially sound choice of delivering analysis services and designs, or waiting for governments to enforce new regulations.
Artlantis R/Studio - The ultimate tools to easily create high quality, still renderings and movies, bringing fast, "one-click" radiosity to the desktop.
Google Earth Connections - the essential tool to access Google 3D Warehouse directly from ArchiCAD or present your design solution in its virtual context in Google Earth.
Vico Site Survey for ArchiCAD - this ArchiCAD add-on enables surveyors to use model-based site surveying data to perfectly match design and build.
IFC open standards - Architects can safely work in ArchiCAD without fear of being isolated from consultants, clients or other specialists using other software because of the IFC industry-wide information sharing commitment
ArchiCAD's wide range of productivity tools enhance your workflow and help concentrate your effort on creativity. This page lists products with which you can extend the functionality of your standard ArchiCAD software package. To find available Object Libraries please click here. To find available Supplementary Materials please click here.