This capability enables users to easily design and document curtain
wall systems. The Curtain Wall tool is based upon the new ArchiCAD
“System Technology” which will serve as a foundation for future system
oriented building components. Based upon a flexible hierarchical
structure of schemes, physical members and additional accessories,
users can easily control & change both the entire system and the
smallest detail throughout the entire project.
This innovative capability allows users to use any 3D view of the model
as the basis for creating a document where dimensions, annotations and
additional 2D drawing elements may be added. This helps designers more
easily communicate their design intent to owners, consultants,
contractors and subcontractors.
With ArchiCAD 12, multi-core
processors become the recommended and standard platform for higher
performance computing. Areas that will see noticeable improvement
include 2D and 3D navigation and 3D model generation including sections
and shadow casting. In addition to the raw speed improvements which
can contribute to a user’s bottom line, the improved feeling of
responsiveness will contribute to an overall better design environment
in which to work.
Graphisoft ArchiCAD 11 introduces the industry-first Virtual TraceTM
technology - allowing Coordination of any kind of views in the Virtual
Building environment and also providing easy access for all to the
Virtual Building environment!