Architectural Design Software">Modern Cad systems use objects rather than lines representing objects. The advantage of using objects is that they relate closer to the real life items they represent.
Who wants to draw a wall as separate lines with hatching when the complete wall can be drawn as a single entity, hatched, dimensioned, displayed in 2D and 3D in a single move.
SoftPlan Architectural Design Software is such a program, having object based libraries like walls, openings, furniture and landscaping symbols ready to use with accurate sizes and life like parameters. These parameters provide the ability for pre-setup so an - install and draw - approach can be taken.
The new version of SoftPlan is destined to be used by every facit of the building industry. A part from designing the complete house, with generated elevations, sections, materials and 3D, SoftPlan has many tools to assist with specific parts of the building.
For kitchens there is Auto Cabinet just draw a line, then base and wall cabinet run will be placed, complete with counter top and hardware, with automatic elevations and 3D imaging.
Total control is had over shape, size and texture of counter tops. Add sinks, dishwashers and fridges etc to complete the design. A wide variety of door style and colours are available or add your own.
Utilising Site mode users are designing shade sails, with 3D images being produced in front of the client. Site mode allows for various heights and produces the twisted shapes required for these unconventional structures.
Combined with this is SoftPlan reView, a module that lets anyone view and comment on SoftPlan drawings. SoftPlan provides all the tools necessary to design, construct and show off the project ideas to prospective clients.
SoftPlan, from CADbuild, is pre-setup with local component libraries, ready to use. Support and detailed manuals are a real bonus.