The selection of architectural CAD software is vast and varied. Given that each option has distinct characteristics, finding the best architecture program can be challenging. Fortunately, we intend to simplify the decision-making process by helping you narrow down the extensive list. …
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The Top 30 AEC Firms
CAD skills open up doors to a vast range of careers across some of the most exciting industries to work for. This, then, leaves you with an important question: where to apply? If you’re looking for a company with a big…
This Month in Design: Stirling Prize, New MacBook Air and More
Want to read up on some of the most interesting stories from the fields of architecture, design, engineering and CAD? Here’s a selection of some of the things we’ve loved this month. We’ve highlighted the winner of the RIBA Stirling Prize,…
CAD Software Compared: SolidWorks vs Autodesk Inventor
With so many industries now dependent on CAD software to take products from creation to eventual production—from architecture to industrial engineering—it’s of no surprise to find so many CAD programs on the market. Regardless of whether you’re a beginner or a…
Everything You Need To Know About SketchUp
SketchUp is one of the most familiar and popular 3D modeling programs out there. With both a free and pro version, it’s an option for both professionals and hobbyists. A handy software package, SketchUp enables users to create 2D and 3D…
Which BIM Software Should I Use?
If you work in the AEC sector, you’ll have encountered BIM software at some point. Building Information Modeling software is designed to compile all the information that designers, architects and engineers might need to know about a building or infrastructure. From…
Which Architecture Software Should I Use?
CAD software has changed the way the entire world works—from the design industry to engineering to architecture. Instead of old school drafting methods, architects can use CAD software to bring any type of design to life. From start to finish, design…
How Industries Use CAD: Architecture
CAD software has changed the way the world works, particularly in the engineering and architectural industries. It has replaced traditional drafting and design methods like pen and paper, allowing industries to plan, simulate and produce their new ideas in a single…
CAD in the World of Art
Normally, when we imagine the advances brought about by CAD software, we don’t tend to think of its creative side. We’re more likely to think about an engineer using CAD to improve the efficiency of a car engine; a footwear designer creating sports…