Graphisoft Newsletter December 2011

Graphisoft Australia Newsletter

Dear Subscriber,

What a busy time it's been for all and what an amazing progress we have seen with Building Information Modeling (BIM) launching on the iPad & iPhone. We have completed our national launch of BIMx in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, and Perth. We are extremely proud that GRAPHISOFT is referred to as the leader in BIM software due to the support of open collaboration between all disciplines.

Take a look at our website as case studies have been added. Our aim is to continue to build this library of success stories across the ArchiCAD community. We want to show you how streamlined and effective the adoption of BIM is for your requirements in CAD. Our newest case study is on the Sunshine Coast Council implementation of ArchiCAD with in Urban planning.


Upgrade to ArchiCAD 15 - upgrade to the future
ArchiCAD 15 helps designers unleash their creative minds. Call for upgrade specials now and implement the efficiencies & new tools available including the renovation and shell tools.

Contact your BDM to discuss the opportunities that are open to help your business stream line processes and save even more time. Click Here

sam Cunningham ArchiCAD

Sunshine Coast Council Webinar and Case Study
Sam Cunningham, Senior Urban Designer is hosting a 2 webinars to discuss how ArchiCAD has been utilised by the Sunshine Coast to develope their working model and to increase community involvement in council planning. Sam next features at a webinars on the 6th of December. Read More

Click Here to register for the 24th November Webinar

sam Cunningham ArchiCAD 20% Off Graphisoft Upgrade Training
ArchiCAD 15 has a lot of new features that we are sure you will use. Some of these include the new shell tool – allows the creation of enriched architectural forms, Renovation feature – with full BIM workflow, Complex roof tool, New Australian template and many more. The most effective way to ensure you are getting the most out of the new features as modifying your template for the new renovation tool is to be trained by Graphisoft. Read More

sam Cunningham ArchiCAD Brian Zulaikha, AIA President & Long Term ArchiCAD client
Congratulations to long term ArchiCAD client Brian Zulaikha. During his first year as the National President of the Australian Institute of Architects, Brian's key objective have included:
* Sustainable communities, cities and architecture;
* Influencing planning reform throughout Australia;
* Furthering dialogue, between federal and state governments and the profession
Read More
Image Title

Sustainable Design Live Online Seminar
This live online seminar explains how GRAPHISOFT ArchiCAD helps native BIM energy analyses in seconds for projects of any size; at any stage of the design development workflow; without additional sustainable expertise; using a familiar design environment.
Read More

Image Title Construction Computing Awards - ArchiCAD "BIM Product of the Year"
Affectionately known as "The Hammers" and now in their 6th year, the Construction Computing Awards showcase and reward the technology, tools and solutions for the effective design, construction, maintenance and modification of commercial buildings, residential and social housing and civil engineering projects of all sizes.
Read More
Artlanis Artlantis 4 New Release Available Now
Now up to 50% faster and up to 7 times faster with Neon 64 processors. Quality Improvements include: Fresher Shaders, Shaper textures, New Sky and New Radiosity Engine, Artlantis 4 is the true cutting edge leader. Read More
ArchiCAD Australian Library

Australian Essential Library V15 Now Available
Now available is the updated V15 Library including over 460 object with some objects including up to 100 variables. The library is extremely flexible and bridges the gap
between the international library and Australia'slocal needs. Upgrades to this library are constantly being worked on so to keep an eye out for upgrades and additions in the
future! To access the new library, Click Here

ArchiCAD BIMx App

New Apps for ArchitectsRedstick SiteCAD for iOS & Android
* BIMx - Fly through your 3d Models on the iPad or iPhone. Read More
* RedStick Site CAD for iOS & Android - Producing IFC files cross platform! Read More
* Roof. Architecture. World - GPS enabled Broadband magazine.
* Magic Plan - Publish and interactive Floor plan.
* Sound The Sound of Buildings - Walking tour through Melbourne Buildings.
*PaintSwatches - Create your own personalised room designs.

ArchiCADYoung Architects Program YAP Program

Young Architects Program
Graphisoft's Young Architect Program is intended to encourage graduating students to take their first steps using ArchiCAD as commercial users. Graphisoft is reaching out with an offer that incorporates our full architectural modeling and visualisation product range - including ArchiCAD and Artlantis. At 30% Discounted RRP it is a great head start for any aspiring Architect! Read more

ArchiCAD Cleaver Design

BDA Tasmania, Award of Excellence Winner - Mike Cleaver
Congratulations to Mike Cleaver of Clever Design who took out multiple awards at this year’s BDAT Awards night. Mike won awards including: Best Use of Colour, Best Use of Glass, Residential Buildings up to 350m2 and several others. Mike is now a contender for the National Building Design Awards in Sydney in April 2012. Read More

Image Title

Presentations to your local chapter of Architects, Building Designers etc.
If you require sponsorship at local breakfast meetings, evening drinks or quarterly conferences please contact your local Graphisoft consultant.
We can provide information about how ArchiCAD:
– Designs Documents
– Provides Energy Assessments
– And links with Engineers
Contact us to sponsor your next meeting

Work with Graphisoft Australia
Are you interested in progressing your sales, tech support or client engagement career? Graphisoft Australia has opportunities available across Sales, Technical Support and many more. Click Here to send your application and resume.

Tekla bimsight - Clash detection for FREE!
Download a professional tool for free that will change the way you work and manage projects. Available for Windows only. Read More

 

ArchiCAD Tip and Tricks

ArchiCAD Tips & Tricks
Subscribe to the latest tech tips and receive e-mail notifications whenever a new item is added. Read More

Graphisoft Australia | P: 1300 USE BIM (873 246) | W: www.graphisoft.com.au

Graphisoft Newsletter Header: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Australia, A Plenary Group Public Private Partnership, Architects: Woods Bagot and NH Architecture, Photograph © Peter Bennetts
For Seasons Greeting Icons Click Here
We are always happy to hear feedback on the content of this newsletter so please send your comments to info@graphisoft.com.au.