VectorWorks Designer enables you to create simple to complex designs and generate BIM (Business Information Models) and SIM (Site Information Modeling) capabilities for your project.

CAD tool for architects and entertainment designers The available collections include architectural objects for building designs, landscape elements, furniture, light systems and so on.

It is compatible with some of the most widely-used file formats, such as DXF, DWG, DWF, EPSF, 3DS, PDF, SAT, Shapefile, IGES, Rhino, Parasolid and so on, while also featuring importing capabilities for SketchUp 3D models.ĭepending on what you want to use VectorWorks for, you can download and install one or more libraries during setup, using the so-called 'VectorWorks Package Manager'. Relying on the powerful rendering engine of CINEMA 4D, VectorWorks can produce accurate designs, enabling you to bring your ideas to life. Irrigation Tools: Enables automated and manual placement methods of sprinkler heads and other systems, taking into account a site's physical features and its available resources.VectorWorks is a full-featured, versatile 2D and 3D CAD platform dedicated to professional architects and designers, which delivers a wide set of tools ready to meet even the most demanding users.Īside from the VectorWorks Designer and the Renderworks package, which are included in the trial edition, there are also other modules that can be purchased separately, namely Fundamentals, Architect, Landmark, or Spotlight. (Also available in DESIGNER and LANDMARK) Revit Import: Vectorworks users can now import Revit files directly, maintaining manufacturer-specific objects and Revit families. Web View and Virtual Reality: Architects can easily export designs so clients and collaborators can immerse themselves in a 3-D model on any device. Vectorworks Graphic Module: Introduced in 2013, the VGM has been reengineered to enable smoother navigation and drawing, even in highly complex scenes. Project Sharing Enhancements: Customer feedback led Vectorworks to incorporate cloud integration so users can save and share project files in Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive and Box accounts. Renderworks for Everyone: All Vectorworks software packages now include Renderworks with its impressive Cinema 4D render engine. Resource Manager: This flagship feature is a means of having eacy access to content libraries from many different sources, including online libraries, all in one place.

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