BSA Committee on Design Software
10. Add-on and Supplementary CADD Software
Add-ons / Macros :
For ArchiCAD :
MSA Detailer
RealDoors and RealWindows
ArchiSite
ArchiTerra = gil@cigraph.com
ObjectsOnline = http://www.objectsonline.com
3D Model Store = http://www.3dmodelstore.com
For DataCAD :
DC Sprint Utilities (stickyback)
Blocker
TouchUp
3D PowerTools
dhSoftware Macros for DataCAD (dhText, dhLayerMaker, dhEdits, dhTrim, dhBox, dhOffset, dhContours, dhToggle and dhZ) detailed description = http://www.draftcad.com
Roof Builder Tools = mailto:erikzett@yahoo.com
Cross-hatch macro ----- Connecticut Advanced Products Inc.
BuildPlan
Scrive M18 ------- Shu associates Inc, eshu@world.std.com
Scrive M18 is a text manipulation software add-on that can do almost anything to your written text. Spell checker, alter blocks of text to any new true justified format, left & right margins being straight, word search for replacement of words for another throughout a large block of text, draw boxes exactly around text, underline................... I'm sure it does much much more, all this I found easy to do in a quick 15 minute test drive.
3D stairs - 3D ramps
Ramp Master, you can get it for free at the main download page on the DataCAD web site = http://www.datacad.com/support/downloadpg.htm
For AutoCAD :
ArchT ----- EaglePoint = http://www.archt.com
PalladioX ----- Nemetscheck = http://www.palladiox.com
ArchPro ----- EaglePoint = http://www.eaglepoint.com
Facade ----------------------------- Arch.Modelers ---------- Facade Inc.
Bricsnet Architecturals ----- Bricsnet = http://www.bricsnet.com
AutoCAD ArchitecturalDesktop ---- Autodesk = http://www.autodesk.com
GeoCAD
AutoArchitect ------- see AutoCAD ArchitecturalDesktop
Ketiv ------- see ArchT
Chorus Batch Plotting Software is a stand-alone batch-plotting engine
compatible with AutoCAD 14 (US$200/site or US$25/seat) from http://www.sepialine.com
For AutoCAD LT :
RealArchitect ----- Robert McNeel & Associates ----- http://www.realarchitect.com also see http://www.mcneel.com
SmartArchitect ----- http://www.smartarchitect.com/
For IntelliCAD :
ArchT ----- EaglePoint = http://www.archt.com
Bricsnet Architecturals ----- Bricsnet = http://www.bricsnet.com
For MicroStation :
TriForma ----- Bentley = http://www.bentley.com
Plotting and Presentation Software :
Squiggle
Piranesi
LiveStyles ----- Graphisoft = http://www.graphisoft.com
Supplementary CADD Software (regardless of what primary CADD is used)
LightScape ----- LightScape = http://www.lightscape.com
Americans with Disabilities Act Accesiblity Guidelines (ADAAG)
There are no requirements for Accessibility in single family homes, unless they may be for rent or lease, then FHAG would apply if the dwelling unit had the entire dwelling unit on the ground floor (i.e. a "ranch" house) or served by elevator(s). But, following the Americans with Disabilities Act Accesiblity Guidelines (ADAAG) for hotels and institutions, the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines (FHAG) or ANSI 117.1, you could design your own.
ADAAG at http://www.access-board.gov/bfdg/bfdg.htm
FHAG at http://www.hud.gov/fhefhag.html
ANSI 117.1 has to be purchased
OfficeCAD
OfficeCAD has added 3D and rendering to the custom, detailed AutoCAD drawings available from the http://OfficeCAD.com Web site. Generate 3D AutoCAD drawings from your browser. Non-draftsmen can visit a web site, enter a few specifications or select options and then receive a 100% AutoCAD drawing file in only seconds. A bitmap JPEG version of the drawing is also created for the user who does not have a CAD viewer or plug-in program.
Objects: Commercial
Real-Time Models -By nTools
All the models are optimized for real-time applications. The set includes a variety of 50 models and they come in 3ds, obj, lwo and NeMo nmo file formats. ROYALTY FREE !!
Date: 19 Jul 1999
From: Mindy Rosenblatt <mindy@architrek.com>
NEW GDL ONLINE OBJECT STORE
Hi All - I'm happy to announce the opening of a new online outlet for ArchiCAD Objects:
Come visit - the interface at 3D Model Store is crisp and clean - pages load quickly - searches run like lightning - and the organization is fast and easy to work.
And if you would like a new or additional outlet to sell your GDL objects - we are looking for GDL developers to join our team. E-mail team@3dmodelstore.com for further information on being a member of the collective.
Mindy Rosenblatt
3D Model Store.com
Other Stuff :
Macro Recorder
Some time ago the was a lament for the demise of the macro recorder in W3.11. There is no equivalent in W95. This thread was likely to have been about bulk editing templates. I have found a shareware app called Macro Magic from http://www.iolo.com. It appears to be prtetty slick and a worthy succssor to Macro Recorder. Nick Pyner Dee Why Beach NSW <npyner@tig.com.au>
There's also another good shareware one called Macro Express. If you talk to Gordon Martinsen (marty1@ihug.co.nz)he'll tell you about it. He's used it for some time. "Ian Shere" <thecoach@paradise.net.nz>
Date: 31 Jan 2000
From: gil liebrecht <gil@cigraph.com>
Terrain / Site Modelling API for ArchiCAD 'ArchiTerra' is coming! Brought to you by Cigraph.
With over a decade experience in Terrain modelling software and over 15 years as a software publisher and exclusive reseller of ArchiCAD in Italy, no one is more qualified!
- -ArchiTerra is an API that adds functionality to ArchiCAD. (no extra application to open)
- -Commands are added to the ArchiCAD tools menu.
- -DXF, TXT, and Pict file import capabilities.
- -Points transformed into 100% ArchiCAD compatible mesh.
- -Builds plateaus and digs embankments with ease.
- -Calculates contour lines with a single command.
- -Utilizes fill and spline tools to maximize user friendliness and minimize learning curve.
- -Cost: 134 Euro ($155 U.S.) end user price (wow so cheap!)
ArchiTerra is finished. It's being tested and will be ready shortly.
For more information please contact gil@cigraph.com
Simple, intelligent, refreshing... ahhh! Gil