Item: ARCHICAD
Rating: 8
Author: Verified User

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I normally use ARCHICAD for the creation of 3D models of buildings, adding structural elements such as doors, windows, and other components, and also to visualize how the final structure could look like. One of the main problems is the incompability of different versions of ARCHICHAD and the different element libraries that are installed in each version.

Pros and Cons

visualization of the building
vast library of elements
automatic generation of sections and elevations

creation of a common element library for all the versions
further development of rendering settings
more comprehensible work-interface

Return on Investment

faster and more effective development of plans
the collaboration features enable teams to work together more effectively, regardless of geographical location
by integrating architectural, structural, and MEP systems into a single model, ARCHICAD helps identify and resolve potential conflicts early in the design process.
the compatibility issues with other software platforms or stakeholders which are not using ARCHICAD could pose challenges for collaboration and interoperability.

Alternatives Considered

Revit

On the first hand, ARCHICHAD offers more versatility in modeling complex geometric shapes and forms. ARCHICHAD also offers greater flexibility for customization and the development of add-ons and extensions. This allows users to tailor the software to their specific needs and workflows, enhancing productivity and efficiency. While both ARCHICHAD and Revit offer rendering capabilities, ARCHICHAD's built-in rendering engine, CineRender, is better for its ease of use and high-quality output.

Key Insights

Do you think ARCHICAD delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with ARCHICAD's feature set?

Yes

Did ARCHICAD live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of ARCHICAD go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy ARCHICAD again?

Yes

Other Software Used

SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign

Likelihood to Recommend

A good scenario for the use of ARCHICAD would be the design phase where a building goes through several changes and adaptations that can all be quickly adjusted and modified on the 3D model, generating afterwards automatically the sections, floor plans and elevations, not making it necessary to change and redraw all the drawings after every modification. For the early phases of the design would be maybe better to work on sketches and real models

ARCHICAD as one of the main BIM tools for the future of modeling

Overall Satisfaction with ARCHICAD