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15 reviews(4.5/5)
15 reviews(4.5/5)

Vectorworks Architect by Nemetschek is a cloud-based modeling, drafting and documentation solution that aims to draft and document the workflow of the construction process.

Its features include project sharing, graphical scripting, 3D modeling and rendering applications.

Vectorworks Architect provides the ability to design 3D solutions. This is accomplished using NURBS surface and parasolid base tools, which enable users to create and convert different forms of geometry. It also offers rendering applications through a 4D render engine, where users can design as well as communicate with customers in a single platform.

The custom multi-user project sharing feature enables architects, interior designers and other users to collaborate as a team on a single vector file at the same time.

The solution supports 3DM, COLLADA, SKP and STL file formats. In addition, it supports DWG, DXF, DWF and PDF formats for analysis and document creation.

Supported Operating System(s):
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  • Benjamin from ETA - Creative Event Producers

    Number of employees: 11-50 employees

    July 2018

    Vectorworks makes CAD designing interesting!

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    Pros

    The flexibility of the software, combined with the deep catalogue of available 3D objects makes Vectorworks a powerhouse! It's capable of creating not only awesome top down CAD designs, but beautiful artistic renderings of your creations. Vectorworks lets you get out what you're willing to put in.

    Cons

    Vectorworks can take a decent amount of time to get intimately familiar with. There's plenty of classes and videos available to help you along your way, but there is certainly a skill cap to this software that requires professional knowledge to get the most out of it. It's not difficult to learn, but the skill cap is high to get the most out of it.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Anthony from Architect

    Specialty: Architect

    Number of employees: 11-50 employees

    July 2018

    Some good features but let down by bugs and half finished elements. No go for BIM.

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    Shame as this could be a great software, yet after using it for years it just doesn't seem to be as complete a software as you would expect in 2018. Go for another, such as industry standard Revit.

    Pros

    2D Drawing is fine, basic 3D work is also fine. Classes and layers system is generally a good way of working. I like the clean appearance of the workspace.

    Cons

    Half implemented and half finished features. The software advertises itself as being compatible with BIM projects, but the 3D modelling and parametric 'smart' tools are buggy and unfinished, and many tools are way behind other software (i.e. Revit). Support is not great even when paid for.

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  • Marcos from Atenea Producciones C.A

    June 2018

    It could improve in many aspects

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    I only had the knowledge to handle it

    Pros

    Vectorworks is a versatile design tool and if you want a user friendly interface, its basic libraries are very complete, in general lines it is a software for the design 2d and 3d easy to use and price value relation

    Cons

    I could say very few opinions against, but in my opinion the libraries of objects should be broader, applicable to different areas, such as the scope of the shows and related

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra
  • Verified Reviewer

    Number of employees: 1,001-5,000 employees

    June 2018

    One of the best additions to our workflow because it has increased our efficiency dramatically.

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    Pros

    Building high quality visual models across different platforms always meant having to sacrifice somewhere along the design process. But with Vectorworks Architect, we didn't have to sacrifice anything. We're able to create data-rich designs anywhere, using multiple different operating systems with ease.

    Cons

    At times, syncing between the two main operating systems used in our office seemed slow. Thankfully, the helpful support helped us come to the conclusion that the delays in data transfer were because of our network connection, and not the application itself. Vectorworks Architect itself never seemed to fail us.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra
  • Verified Reviewer

    Number of employees: 1,001-5,000 employees

    May 2018

    It provides a solution that supports the creative process instead of replacing it, From 2D and 3D.

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    It maximizes efficiency since Project Sharing allows architects, interior designers and others to unify their workflows by allowing the project team to work on the same Vectorworks file at the same time. Speed up your trip from the simple sketch to the final product.

    Pros

    Vectorworks Architect is the only industry modeling, design and documentation software created with BIM from the basics of the design process. Edit and analyze your model while simultaneously generating interactive schedules.

    Cons

    It is a software with a little high cost despite all the benefits offered by it, and the requirements in terms of storage and processing memory have a considerable demand.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • FELIPE from consejo federal de Gobierno

    May 2018

    With this program planners and public planners can design, create and model landscapes and urban pla

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    It is a software that, unlike others, works with real data from the geographic coordinates of the site, which allows a real study of what is going to be represented, allows connectivity with other formats to be able to import files among other advantages.

    Pros

    This software allows me to manage the design in all its phases, from the design or initial idea, to the presentations. It uses the data of the site, accepting the geographic information systems. It allows the modeling of the land and study of slopes. You can create floor plans with natural elements, as it has a library with green areas, trees, plants and other elements such as pavement and walls. Files are imported and exchanged with other programs and formats such as DXF, DWG or DWF. From the models I can make rendes that I can take them to other formats such as pdf, jpg, tif, among others.

    Cons

    It requires a PC with a good ram memory capacity (from 4 to 8 GB) and a 64 bit processor since in computers with lower capacities it tends to perform the functions in a slow way. The graphics card must be of high performance, in otherwise the rendering of images will be limited.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Tyler from Studio light / Events Services

    May 2018

    Vectorworks is out go to for any project

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    Pros

    I love how detailed this product is. It has every item we use on any project and we are able to print these cad files off in big blueprints to take onsite. The ability to accurately see items in the space is game changing for clients

    Cons

    The early updates prove to be less than useful. I'd rather have a program for two years that works than spend six months beta testing the software

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Farral from FDG Architects

    April 2018

    A great product but not widely used.

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    We didn't implement as it isn't used much in the US.

    Pros

    Vectorworks seems to have all of the functionality one would need and at a more reasonable cost than the industry standard. 3D modeling and rendering works well and improvements are made consistently.

    Cons

    I would love a viable option in addition to Autodesk products. Vectorworks seems to be a great product and would be an option for smaller architect firms or those that focus on residential design but collaboration with engineers and other consultants who tend to work in AutoCad is easier when everyone is on the same platform.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra
  • Verified Reviewer

    Number of employees: 201-500 employees

    April 2018

    Good 3D rendering software for Mac

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    Pros

    Vectorworks was a good option for Mac users. Not everything is very realistic looking and intuitive, but I liked that the files can be shared with AutoCad users. It involves some learning to be able to use it at its full potential.

    Cons

    Nothing to complaint about it. I recommend to download the demo and take their free tutorials on the website to decide it this works for your company.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Rhys from Redrow Homes

    April 2018

    Good Alternative to AutoCAD

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    Good alternative to autocad

    Pros

    The best thing about using Vector works is that it has a lot of useful features which enables you to produce detailed designs

    Cons

    The biggest drawbacks to using Vectorworks is that it is not as widely used in the construction industry, so can be limited in transferring between consultants etc.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • blake from Hart Homes

    April 2018

    Great BIM software and powerful program for any capable designer!

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    Pros

    I love that this program gives me the platform to create designs and communicate those designs to my team. It has great modeling software functions and seamlessly transitions into the everyday modeling of my business.

    Cons

    Not well known and there are not a lot of users for this program. Need to create a better platform for users to interact and share experiences for problems and issues.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra
  • Verified Reviewer

    April 2018

    Great Software for Mac book version..!

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    Nice to see this kind of software..!

    Pros

    Its such an easy to customise our work and very much user friendly software. A Completed package of design work I can say about this software.

    Cons

    A very good software but not enough users and need to work on cost & delivery of the product to attract more users.

    This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Khai from Paloform World FZE

    March 2018

    Powerful CAD and 3D software for Mac

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    Pros

    A very comprehensive suite of CAD tools for designers and architects. Everything you need to conceptualize and create architectural designs right through to final approval drawings. Powerful 3D tools with decent rendering capabilities. Best CAD solution for Mac. Inexpensive.

    Cons

    Complicated and feature-rich, requires a level of training and skill to properly utilize it to its potential. Difficult transition from AutoCAD.

    This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Jamie from Creative Arts Center - West Virginia University

    October 2017

    Quick, powerful and concise communication tool

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    Pros

    Vectorworks can do a lot without getting in the way. It's easy to customize the tools to allow you to work the way that you want to work.

    With the powerful visualization features, it's easy to communicate highly-technical concepts to self-described non-technical people. In theatre and event production, this is an indispensable asset.

    And the best part is that the initial sketch can be transformed into the fully realized design drawings further saving time.

    Cons

    The only con I can think of is that the price can be cost prohibitive for freelancers just starting out. If you're able to afford to make the investment, it should pay off pretty quickly.

    This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered
    Review Source: Capterra

  • Vincent from Vincent Oles Architect AIA,llc.

    Number of employees: 1 employee

    September 2017

    14 years using Vectorworks. Never used a CAD/Bim system before this.

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    Can do it all for small to medium sized studios....really a delightful program to use!

    Pros

    This does everything....2-d drawings and 3-d modeling, landscape, lighting and site design, interiors, great renderings plus all of my office graphics. The graphic capabilities are awesome from sketch to OpenGL, hidden line and fully rendered

    Cons

    Not enough local users to share this program. This is a must have program for small to medium sized Mac-based firms...affordable and capable of handling just about anything you can throw at it!

    This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered
    Review Source: Capterra
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