Archicad keeps getting better

BUDAPEST, December 7, 2020 – GRAPHISOFT, the leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software solution for architecture, today released Archicad 24 Update 2, responding to user needs and market trends with significant improvements and new capabilities enhancing the Integrated Design workflow and Issue Management features introduced with Archicad 24. This update aligns with GRAPHISOFT’s new approach to releasing continuous quality and feature improvements within version cycles, making it easy for existing users to upgrade and benefit from the latest capabilities right away — even mid-project.

GRAPHISOFT revolutionized Building Information Modeling in July with the launch of award-winning Archicad 24, which unites architects and engineers in a shared BIMcloud environment to deliver Integrated Design. The shared model and team-oriented workflows increase trust among team members, while reducing model duplication and redundant work between architects and structural engineers.

“We are committed to serving customer needs and market trends quickly by releasing continuous improvements to our software as they’re ready,” said Akos Pfemeter, Vice President, Product Success at GRAPHISOFT. “We continue enhancing the powerful capabilities introduced with Archicad 24, such as extending the Integrated Design workflow, which now provides automatic mapping of manufactured steel profiles. We’re also acting quickly to take advantage of the recently released macOS 11 Big Sur. The goal is to continuously add value with each release, which our users greatly appreciate.”

“We get every updated version upon release, so we're always current on the time-saving and streamlining improvements," said Jeannie Bertolaccini, Principal at Ordiz-Melby Architects. "GRAPHISOFT's pace of research and continuous enhancements to workflow and background speed allow us to stay competitive,” she added.

What’s new in Archicad?

Issue Management: Review your project’s issue history faster and highlight changes thanks to enhanced issue management and sorting with custom defined type tags that also work with BCF.

Model Compare: Assign openings to issues based on more accurate change detection. Model Compare recognizes modified openings.

MEP Modeler: Pre-defined bend radius and improved routing controls lead to a faster, more intuitive MEP routing workflow.

Structural Analytical Model: Better structural alignment thanks to enhanced material mapping, automatic profile mapping, and ready-to-use translators that result in a more intuitive analytical model exchange and improved bi-directional workflow.

Structural Analysis Format: Enjoy a fully integrated design workflow based on OPEN BIM thanks to Model Compare’s compatibility with IFC Structural Analytical Models.

Add-ons: Save time and reduce errors thanks to smooth connections with third-party apps, ensuring uninterrupted and efficient workflows.

• Datasmith Exporter for Archicad 24: Create custom, interactive 3D solutions in Unreal Engine 4 on both Windows and macOS.
• Solibri Connection for Archicad 24: Save time with instant quality control of projects without needing to export or import the model. Sort and track issues thanks to full compatibility with Archicad 24’s new Issue Manager.
• RFA and RVT Geometry Exchange for Archicad 24: Access a wide range of manufacturers’ content in your project quickly and easily thanks to direct exchange with Revit. Collaborate with stakeholders exchanging geometry in RVT format.
• IFC Model Exchange with Archicad for Revit 2021: Enjoy smoother collaboration with Revit users thanks to improved IFC export and import.

For more information about Archicad 24 Update 2, please visit: https://graphisoft.com/downloads/archicad/updates/archicad-24-update