Vectorworks is definitely not open source and only free of charge for students. When that license expires you will have to buy a very expensive license, if you want to keep using it. From 2024 onwards there is only the option to lease/hire it (for more than $200 per month). The option to buy a lifetime license will end after december 2023.
Attention all developers, I believe I speak for the majority of non professionals: we want software we can purchase inexpensively and download and run on our computers. We will not, repeat, WILL NOT use anything that: 1. requires an account, 2. requires using on the web, or 3. requires a monthly charge.
Thanks for sharing. All this software is great, most notably blender, which has come a long way in the past couple of years and is having an impact on the 3d industry. However there is a distinct difference between software for architecture and software for architectural visualisation. As an architect, a key part of any software is the ability to produce actual printable drawings that would be at the standard needed for client presentation, submission for approvals then construction documents. Key being the ease at which these can be made and the level of control over graphic style. The amount that the Construction industry spends on software yearly via subscriptions, it would be great if the industry could work with the blender institution to have a genuine industry leading software that is openBim and opensource.
Can you share the tools you currently use to make architectural drawings? I'm a developer and maybe we can start an initiative for a Blender Addon with which you can export floor plans based on the model and vice versa.
@@novaria HI, the software that I currently use is Revit, Autocad and Sketchup. Revit becoming the Industry standard for BIM. The key here is not about making a 3d modeller only as Architects need an integrated software that can produce Construction Documents, Schedules etc.
@@AbuZaynaab We should get in touch. I might be able to develop a complete solutions if I know what you architects needs. Is there really no complete solution available? Feel free to reach me via the address found under my account.
@@novaria the Only open source solution I have seen is Freecad, this does have an architects workbench and technical drawing addon, I will need to explore this further.
The following is a review of some of the software mentioned in this video. 6. Smart Draw. This one works well, but despite what is said in the video, it is NOT COMPLETELY FREE. You get a free trial of a few weeks, after which you are required to pay by the month. 5. Sketch Up You cannot download this, but are forced to use it online. Annoying, right? I found this one very cumbersome and difficult to use. The camera views for 3D viewing were very problematic. 3. Free Cad. This one simply does not work. It failed to load on one PC. On the other PC, it loaded, but then crashed when any attempt was made to use it. Both the computers I used in this test are multi-core Dell PCs, 3.0 GHz processors, 16 GB RAM, and Windows operating system. These are the only ones I have tested; I will update this comment as I continue to test the others.
🎯 Key points for quick navigation: 00:14 *🏠 My Virtual Home: Easy-to-use 3D design software for beginners.* 01:12 *🔄 Meshmixer: Ideal for modeling 3D objects, printing, and preparing architectural models.* 01:55 *🔲 LibreCAD: Free 3D drafting software for technical and interior design.* 03:06 *🎨 Sculptris: Beginner-friendly software for 3D sculpting.* 04:18 *🏗 Vectorworks: Comprehensive BIM software for architects and designers.* 05:12 *📊 SmartDraw: User-friendly 3D modeling software with templates and diagrams.* 05:54 *🏙 SketchUp: Versatile software for creating 2D plans and 3D models in various fields.* 06:50 *🏠 TAD: Free architectural software for interactive design and planning.* 07:18 *🔧 FreeCAD: Parametric software for realistic object creation in architecture and mechanical design.* 08:15 *🎞️ Blender: Powerful open-source software for architectural rendering and modeling tasks.* Made with HARPA AI
I've tested most of them in day to day architectural work. Only Blender proved itself (about 6 years back it wasn't that great either but since then it improved A LOT), and SketchUp being passable. I'm actually disappointed we don't have a good open source cad by now. Loving the concept of open source software, but for now, sadly, payed solutions.
If I'm just looking to get into modeling for fun.. (I did the same with physics & markets) what is the best base level platform for me to jump into? I'd typically grow based on what I need if that makes sense
I'm looking to create a floor plan for a garage/shop and add a room or two. Do you know any website that is free I can use without having to download or sign in? I only need it for one-time use to see what it would look like. Every site I find seems like they want me to download or login.
And right off the bat you start talking about something with a trial version. You can produce videos, but apparently you cant produce an accurate video title. Someday this should be illegal. Maybe it already is, because if you're monetized it could be a form of fraud or false advertising.
So I'm one of those self searchers. I find cool subjects and master them. Thank you internet! I also thank people like yourself for guiding people into fields they'd otherwise struggle to enter. What would you say is the best software for beginners testing the waters?
This video should be updated, for example, smartdraw is not completely free, its highly limited on its demo and for full use you need to pay a subscription, either someone didn't research this properly or you've used fillers with false info to make the video longer
Nice collection of (free) 3d modeling and rendering software. Not all of them really suitable for typical architectural needs! E.G. sculptris is a sculpting tool nice for 3d modeling fine detail organic models with sculpting tools - not typically used in architectural design. Also Blender is a nice general purpose modeler and renderer with lots of features and also capable of doing architectural design, but not specially made for that. You should definetly change the title to be more precise.
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Free Open Source Architecture Software:
- My Virtual Home
- Mesh Mixer
- LibreCAD
-Sculptris
- OpenSCAD
- Vectorworks
- SmartDraw
- Sketch Up
- TAD: The Architect’s Destop
- FreeCAD
- Sweet Home 3D
- Blender
is there anyy good related apps for a low specs pc? i have a laptop i5 2nd gen and only integrated graphics
sketchup isnt
Vectorworks is definitely not open source and only free of charge for students. When that license expires you will have to buy a very expensive license, if you want to keep using it. From 2024 onwards there is only the option to lease/hire it (for more than $200 per month). The option to buy a lifetime license will end after december 2023.
Attention all developers, I believe I speak for the majority of non professionals: we want software we can purchase inexpensively and download and run on our computers. We will not, repeat, WILL NOT use anything that:
1. requires an account,
2. requires using on the web, or
3. requires a monthly charge.
agree
Solid Edge is a free desktop CAD program by Siemens. Rhino is commercial, but affordable ($1000,-) in my opinion.
Thanks for sharing. All this software is great, most notably blender, which has come a long way in the past couple of years and is having an impact on the 3d industry. However there is a distinct difference between software for architecture and software for architectural visualisation. As an architect, a key part of any software is the ability to produce actual printable drawings that would be at the standard needed for client presentation, submission for approvals then construction documents. Key being the ease at which these can be made and the level of control over graphic style. The amount that the Construction industry spends on software yearly via subscriptions, it would be great if the industry could work with the blender institution to have a genuine industry leading software that is openBim and opensource.
Can you share the tools you currently use to make architectural drawings? I'm a developer and maybe we can start an initiative for a Blender Addon with which you can export floor plans based on the model and vice versa.
@@novaria HI, the software that I currently use is Revit, Autocad and Sketchup. Revit becoming the Industry standard for BIM. The key here is not about making a 3d modeller only as Architects need an integrated software that can produce Construction Documents, Schedules etc.
@@AbuZaynaab We should get in touch. I might be able to develop a complete solutions if I know what you architects needs. Is there really no complete solution available? Feel free to reach me via the address found under my account.
@@novaria the Only open source solution I have seen is Freecad, this does have an architects workbench and technical drawing addon, I will need to explore this further.
Huge props for mentioning FreeCad, Sweet Home 3d and Blender.
Those looking for a good interior designer, should definitely take a look at do an incredible job!
No matter who else are , but Blender is always there for you 🔥🔥🔥
The following is a review of some of the software mentioned in this video.
6. Smart Draw.
This one works well, but despite what is said in the video, it is NOT COMPLETELY FREE. You get a free trial of a few weeks, after which you are required to pay by the month.
5. Sketch Up
You cannot download this, but are forced to use it online. Annoying, right? I found this one very cumbersome and difficult to use. The camera views for 3D viewing were very problematic.
3. Free Cad.
This one simply does not work. It failed to load on one PC. On the other PC, it loaded, but then crashed when any attempt was made to use it.
Both the computers I used in this test are multi-core Dell PCs, 3.0 GHz processors, 16 GB RAM, and Windows operating system.
These are the only ones I have tested; I will update this comment as I continue to test the others.
Hello, it's strange freecad doesn't work. It's a very solid piece of software. what version do you use ?
Any updates?
🎯 Key points for quick navigation:
00:14 *🏠 My Virtual Home: Easy-to-use 3D design software for beginners.*
01:12 *🔄 Meshmixer: Ideal for modeling 3D objects, printing, and preparing architectural models.*
01:55 *🔲 LibreCAD: Free 3D drafting software for technical and interior design.*
03:06 *🎨 Sculptris: Beginner-friendly software for 3D sculpting.*
04:18 *🏗 Vectorworks: Comprehensive BIM software for architects and designers.*
05:12 *📊 SmartDraw: User-friendly 3D modeling software with templates and diagrams.*
05:54 *🏙 SketchUp: Versatile software for creating 2D plans and 3D models in various fields.*
06:50 *🏠 TAD: Free architectural software for interactive design and planning.*
07:18 *🔧 FreeCAD: Parametric software for realistic object creation in architecture and mechanical design.*
08:15 *🎞️ Blender: Powerful open-source software for architectural rendering and modeling tasks.*
Made with HARPA AI
I've tested most of them in day to day architectural work. Only Blender proved itself (about 6 years back it wasn't that great either but since then it improved A LOT), and SketchUp being passable. I'm actually disappointed we don't have a good open source cad by now. Loving the concept of open source software, but for now, sadly, payed solutions.
If I'm just looking to get into modeling for fun.. (I did the same with physics & markets) what is the best base level platform for me to jump into? I'd typically grow based on what I need if that makes sense
@@WiCapitalco blender is far the best free one
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I'm looking to create a floor plan for a garage/shop and add a room or two. Do you know any website that is free I can use without having to download or sign in? I only need it for one-time use to see what it would look like. Every site I find seems like they want me to download or login.
@@B-Shep No. Sorry. I only use paid/work stuff for drawing plans.
And right off the bat you start talking about something with a trial version. You can produce videos, but apparently you cant produce an accurate video title. Someday this should be illegal. Maybe it already is, because if you're monetized it could be a form of fraud or false advertising.
Please update your understanding of open source.
Wow ! Great Bro. Please put more.
Advance congratulations for 1 lakh subscribers..
On the go walkthrough dimensioning holding vids and altering other textures and renderings with bim
Blender looks more real than real life
Depends on graphics card
Is there any free program were I can drow 3D house plan with installations layer's?
where can i download my virtual home? cant find it online
So I'm one of those self searchers. I find cool subjects and master them. Thank you internet! I also thank people like yourself for guiding people into fields they'd otherwise struggle to enter.
What would you say is the best software for beginners testing the waters?
Thankx Talib Bahi..
Which software will help me create mechanical tools, like pipe, screws with threds, wrechies etc... ?
Solidworks but it is not free
Blender
Revit
thank you for the video loved it its really helpful.
I though that you were going to list the software
Thank you for the review! It would be nice to see Planner 5 D in this list.
Liked without even watching because of the title
This video should be updated, for example, smartdraw is not completely free, its highly limited on its demo and for full use you need to pay a subscription, either someone didn't research this properly or you've used fillers with false info to make the video longer
Any of these free without download or signing in? I'm only wanting to create a floor plan for my shop/garage and maybe add on a room or two.
Sketchup is not free or open source. But there is a very basic web version that you can use it.
THANK YOU SO MUCH❣️
This is incredibly helpful.
Where are the links to these add-ons?
Thanks
please can you share the link for free vector works?
There isn't. Perhaps only a trial on their website.
My virtual home software. Where from it has to be downloaded ? What is their website ?
thanks but unfortunenately many of softwares u cited aren't open source as vectorworks or smartdraw..
Use blender. you can do anything in that. It's a beast.
The video cites both open source AND free software.
Some programs have both free and paid versions.
Single click dimensioning of your 2d 3d drawings using ai ml
There is a catch for any software that has a paid for....with a free side.... You can't print
My Virtual Home is abandoned, it aldo isn`t free or open source. It does not have a free version.
Nice collection of (free) 3d modeling and rendering software. Not all of them really suitable for typical architectural needs! E.G. sculptris is a sculpting tool nice for 3d modeling fine detail organic models with sculpting tools - not typically used in architectural design. Also Blender is a nice general purpose modeler and renderer with lots of features and also capable of doing architectural design, but not specially made for that. You should definetly change the title to be more precise.
Almost all are paid, change that title.-
Blender is great for exterior renders really poor for interior renders
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Wow
SmartDraw is NOT free or open source, it does not have a free version.
FREE? AND OPEN SOURCE? OPEN SOURCE?
Again a lying video. Those are not all open source or even free.
some of these are not really useful for architecture!! you are reaching!! youre saying any freaking software can be used for architecture!!
He thought the architects just build home
Woow
None of these are free.
Blender is.
Thanks