3 KEY software for ARCHITECT
BIM Software
Nowadays BIM software is an IMPORTANT technology for building design. It allows architects, engineers and others to COLLABORATE during design. This technology is CRITICAL for visualizing concepts and turning ideas into REALITY. The most commonly used BIM software are:
Archicad - User Friendly, Extended Library, Lighter File, Better 3D editing
Revit - Collaboration Easier, More Support & Tutorials, More parametric option, Slightly more users
Fast Concept Software
During the early DESIGN stage, the use of FAST concept software is CONVENIENT to explore different IDEAS in a short period of time.
Here are some useful fast concept software:
- Sketchup
- Rhino
- Illustrator
NOTE: Nothing beats a good SKETCH as it conveys information and EMOTION in the drawings.
Drafting Software
In term of drafting SPEED, no other software beat AutoCAD. AutoCAD has been in the construction industries for a while, hence it is still the most user FRIENDLY software for consultants, contractors and sub-contractor.
Moreover, since it is a vector based software, it can EASILY convert to different format.