This review takes a detailed look at the BIM capabilities of Vectorworks Architect, a relatively late entrant into the field of architectural BIM applications, and explores if it is indeed possible to create a full-fledged BIM model with it. With advanced 3D modeling, rendering, and documentation capabilities, a price that is almost half of that of other BIM applications, cross-platform capability, and strong IFC support, Vectorworks Architect has a lot to recommend it, even if it does not have all the bells and whistles of more established BIM solutions.
URL: http://www.aecbytes.com/review/2011/VectorworksArchitect2011.html
Hi Lachmi,
Great review – have always been interested to find out more regarding Vectorworks’ BIM capabilities. Sounds like it is the kind of application that would represent a good first step for a practice thinking of implementing BIM, but for a firm already using Revit or ArchiCAD, Vectorworks might not seem as capable.
One question – does Vectorworks Architect 2011 have the ability to export to gbXML for energy analysis?
Regards,
Sid.
Thanks, Sid! Vectorworks Architect 2011 cannot export to gbXML at the moment. It relies mostly on the IFC to connect with other applications.
Lachmi